The next financial year is fast approaching – and while it may not be as fun-filled as January’s New Year festivities, it’s still an important milestone for business owners. In spite of the challenges, your business has survived another rough year. And while you...
Did you know that people who work from home are more productive than those working in a conventional office environment? That’s what the research says, anyway. The reality, for many of us, is quite different. You may love the lack of commute, the convenience of a...
What’s the worst part about running a business? If your answer includes any financial tasks, you’re not alone. Bookkeeping, accounting and taxes are among the most hated business tasks, with 40% of small business owners categorising them as their number one peeve....
Do you have a vision for the future of your business? Have you thought about how you want things to look if everything goes to plan, and how your ideal business will unfold in the coming years? Many companies create vision statements to help them identify their goals...
Paying your staff is one of the most important tasks in your business. Getting it wrong is certainly almost unforgivable. With that in mind, it’s important to understand that running payroll isn’t as simple as paying your employees XX number of hours x $XX = Gross...
Outsourcing is a lifesaver for many businesses. It provides valuable time and space for business owners to focus on core activities without distraction, improves efficiency and productivity, and makes it easy for even the smallest business to access expertise skills...
With the plethora of social media platforms already about, why try another one? - I hear you cry! Isn’t it for influencers and hobbyists? Does it actually work for business? The reality is that Pinterest is a formidable tool, offering business actionable engagement...
One of the tricks to running a successful business is getting your timing right. Knowing how to make the right move at the right moment can ensure continued growth and sustainability. But get your timing wrong, and you could be putting all that hard work at risk. So,...
How many hats do you wear as a business owner? Are you an accountant, marketer, IT troubleshooter, web designer, content writer, and HR manager all rolled into one? If so, chances are you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, and sigh longingly when you hear...
How many business bank accounts do you have on the go? Do you have one giant financial pot where everything enters and exits from? Or do you opt for multiple accounts dedicated to various business functions? Does it even matter as long as the bills get paid every...
Are you struggling to convert leads into sales? Are you talking to customers who aren’t interested? Do you feel you may be barking up the wrong tree? You’re not alone! Marketing is tough and with the constant development of new social media platforms overloading...
Running a small business can be exciting, rewarding, fun, challenging - and sometimes, downright terrifying. No matter how hard you work or how well you plan, there will be rough patches that cause extra stress and sleepless nights. But as the expression goes, “when...