Guidance and support for employees affected by COVID-19 COVID-19 has turned the world as we knew it on its head. Between restricting our movements, stifling our businesses, and impacting our economy, these are unprecedented and uncertain times. And with an endless newsreel detailing how the economy will suffer and businesses across all industries face a [...]
Small changes you can make to add more value to your business So, you want your business to grow? It might not be the next Apple, sure, but you want to make an impression and build something for yourself. Maybe it’s only been a couple of months or a couple of decades, but there’s always [...]
How technology can improve your business Technology is everywhere. It’s how you’re reading this right now. It has become part of our lives and most of us would be lost without our phones, or Siri, or Alexa. These advancements have made life better in every way possible. And the same is true for businesses. Today, [...]
Three easy ways to streamline your systems We’re always looking for ways to reduce our outgoings and give all our processes that slight edge. Overhauling your entire IT system takes time, not to mention a lot of money. Not everyone can afford a team of infallible robots. But, in the meantime, there are things you [...]
What you need to know about taxes as a new business owner So, you’re new to the world of business and you’ve just had a rude introduction to a world dominated by HMRC. How much of this tax business do you need to know? You might hope we’ll tell you, “you don’t need to know [...]
The only way is up: getting good at business by being bad The reasons anyone starts a business can be complex. But, overwhelmingly, one of the biggest factors is passion. When you’re passionate about something, turning it into a business isn’t necessarily easy, but it’s definitely easier. You have the knowledge and drive to push [...]
Attention all business owners: how should you pay yourself? Setting up a business isn’t the easiest task, but you’ve got it under control. You’ve got the right premises, hired the right staff, set up your IT infrastructure, and you’ve already got a few clients lined up. Soon, you’ll be making mountains of cash, just like [...]
Asking the hard questions: are you ready to buy or sell a business? While businesses changing hands is a common occurrence in some industries, it can also be a big decision with far-reaching consequences. Even if change and progression is the name of your game, it can still be difficult to decide whether it’s the [...]
Buying a business - before, during, and aftercare If you’re looking to buy an existing business, there are plenty on offer. But it’s a situation that comes with significant financial risks. Therefore, finding someone to give you guidance throughout the process could save you a significant amount of money. Before you buy Buying a business [...]
To be valuable, you need to understand valuation Business value is a term that many of us use several times a day. Above all, we want to increase our business value and we believe our business to be valuable. This is often because our companies are a part of us. To us, they have huge [...]