Our Business Blog.
This is where we post our regular blogs on topics that interest most business owners. There are articles on Accountancy and Tax changes and how these affect you. Also, we have business growth articles to help you grow a better business.
“Achieved Failure: Turning Setbacks Into Your Competitive Advantage”
"How to Use Achieved Failure to Build a Stronger, Smarter Business" 1. Introduction: What is Achieved Failure? Achieved failure isn’t about half-hearted attempts or giving up halfway. It’s about committing fully, giving your absolute best, and rigorously executing a...
“Monthly Management Accounts, From Metrics to Mastery”
"Stay on Course: Why Monthly Management Accounts Are Key to Business Success" Introduction. Imagine you’re piloting a plane from Los Angeles to New York. You know your starting point, and where you want to land. But what happens if your navigation system is off by...
“Mastering Your Start-Up Finances: How Accountants Help You Succeed”
"From Cash Flow to Compliance: Why Every Start-Up Needs an Accountant" Starting a new business is one of the most exciting and rewarding steps you can take. It’s a chance to bring your vision to life, solve real problems for your customers, and create something that...
Are You Caught in the Business Planning Paradox?
"Are You Caught in the Planning Paradox? 10 Reasons Business Owners Avoid Planning—and Why It’s Holding You Back". The Business Planning Paradox. For many small business owners, business planning presents a puzzling paradox: it’s one of the most powerful tools for...
“Business Management System: Monitoring, Improving, and Expanding Your Business”
"From Chaos to Clarity: Why Every Business Needs a Comprehensive Business Management System" Introduction. As a business owner, one of the most critical aspects of ensuring long-term success is having a structured system in place to monitor, guide, and improve your...
Understanding the Balance Sheet Equation.
This is the second of our Blogs on the Balance Sheet. Understanding the Balance Sheet elements (which we discussed in the first Blog) and the Balance Sheet equation is fundamental for small business owners and Entrepreneurs who run a limited company. You can read the...
Mastering Your Balance Sheet.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Understanding Assets, Liabilities, and Equity" Introduction. The balance sheet is one of the most important financial statements for any business. It provides a snapshot of your company’s financial position at a specific point in time,...
“Cash vs. Accrual Accounting: Which Method is Right for Your Business?”
"Understanding Cash Vs Accruals Accounting: Key Differences Every Business Owner Should Know" Introduction. When running a small business, understanding your financial position is critical, and one of the key decisions you’ll make is choosing the right accounting...
“Business Start-Up Challenges, Avoiding Costly Mistakes”
"Why Every Business Start-Up Needs an Accountant: Prevent Common Financial Disasters" Introduction. Being a Business Start Up is an exciting journey filled with opportunities but also fraught with challenges. As a new business owner, you will likely encounter numerous...
“Unlock Your Business Potential: A Guide to Using Porter’s Tools for Strategic Success”
When you're running a small business, setting the right strategy can mean the difference between thriving and merely surviving. You don't have the luxury of endless resources, so every decision counts. This is where Michael Porter's strategic tools—Porter’s 3 Tests...
“Business Acquisition. Beyond Organic Growth”
Introduction. When it comes to growing your business, there are two primary routes: organic growth and acquisition. Each approach offers unique advantages, but they also come with different timelines, risks, and potential rewards. Most business owners instinctively...
“IR35 Rules: Best Practices for Contractors and Companies”
Introduction. IR35 is a term that holds significant weight for both contractors and the businesses that hire them. Introduced by HMRC in April 2000, IR35, also known as the 'off-payroll working rules,' is designed to prevent tax avoidance by individuals who supply...
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Recent Articles
Pricing
- Markup vs Margin: Busy But Not Profitable
- Pricing Power: The Hidden Lever That Drives Profit, Growth and Business Value.
- When should a business take low margin work
- “Pricing with Confidence: Stop Undervaluing Your Business.”
- “Are You Leaving Money on the Table? Learn How to Price Like a Pro using 80/20.”
- “All you need to know about pricing models for your small business.”
- Are you charging enough for your products or services (Part Two)
- Are you charging enough for your products or services (Part One)
- How to set the optimum price for your product
Business Planning
- Sole Trader to Limited Company
- “Business Valuation: Forget Guesswork, Find Out How.”
- The Business Case for a Bulletproof Shareholder Agreement.
- “Preparing for Major Contracts: How Small Businesses Can Manage Large Orders with Confidence”.
- Exit Planning
- “Selling, Scaling, or Passing It On? Why Every Business Needs an Exit Strategy”
- “Why Lean Startup and Game Plan Accelerator Aren’t Just for Startups—They’re for Every Business”
- “Achieved Failure: Turning Setbacks Into Your Competitive Advantage”
- Are You Caught in the Business Planning Paradox?
- “Business Management System: Monitoring, Improving, and Expanding Your Business”
Marketing
Business Growth
- “Ready to Sell? Here’s How to Boost Your Business Value Before You Go to Market”
- “Real Growth Isn’t Revenue: It’s Valuation”
- From Busy to Profitable: The Real Reason Your Bank Balance Doesn’t Match Your Sales.
- “Business Acquisition. Beyond Organic Growth”
- Are you building your business to sell?
- Times are changing, but is your accountant keeping pace?
Corporation Tax
- How to get tax relief on business assets (Capital Allowances)
- Are you a Tax Master? Why you need to embrace MTD.
Income Tax
VAT
- “From Fear to Freedom: How VAT Registration Turns Survival Businesses Into Scalable Ones”
- Are you thinking about VAT Registration?
Business Start-Up
- Why Articles of Association Matter More Than You Think.
- “Mastering Your Start-Up Finances: How Accountants Help You Succeed”
- “Business Start-Up Challenges, Avoiding Costly Mistakes”
Business Accounting
- Sole Trader to Limited Company
- Making Tax Digital For Sole Traders
- “Understanding EBITDA vs SDE: How to Value Your Business the Right Way”
- Why Most Accountants Keep You in the Dark — and How Proactive Accounting Changes Everything.
- “From Fear to Freedom: How VAT Registration Turns Survival Businesses Into Scalable Ones”
- Why Articles of Association Matter More Than You Think.
- Director’s Loan Account: What you need to know.
- Dividends for Limited Company Owners.
- Your Confirmation Statement and Upcoming Changes.
- “Why the Acid Ratio Could Save Your Business”
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