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3 pillars of successful CFOs: Strategic leadership, technological integration, and work-life harmony
While CFO roles as reliable stewards of finances are indispensable, the best modern CFOs are far more potent as catalysts of transformative...
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Overcome financial fear to grow your business (Part 1)
In the chaotic early days of starting a business, it can be easy to overlook the numbers, especially if you don’t understand them. You...
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MTD for ITSA: What businesses and accountants need to know
Digitalisation of tax is a huge focus for the UK government. Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT is already running and demonstrating the...
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Latest enhancements to Sage Payroll
No matter what type of business you run, making sure your people are paid properly and on time is a non-negotiable standard that you’re probably...
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I turned down £200k and built a spellbinding brand
Phil Pinder and Ben Fry have harnessed the excitement for everything magical by bringing their ventures to life. Not only do they have The...
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Top 5 insights from Accountex 2024
Accountex 2024 was buzzing with insights, caffeine-induced energy crashes, and sore feet. There were mind-reading beer taps, VR games, and battles...
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8 AI side hustle ideas to try in 2024
Side hustles are now standard practice for many Americans. According to recent survey data , 53% of Gen Z, 50% of millennials and 40% of Gen...
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Flexible working changes in 2024: What employers need to know
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act has been discussed for a while and has been brought in to address the global shift happening in...
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I started a business with a Spice Girl
Christopher Money was on the hunt to find baby products that were both kind to sensitive skin and kind to the planet, but he couldn’t find...
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HMRC tax inspection: How small businesses can prepare
The thought of being investigated by HMRC leaves many business owners with a sense of dread. But it doesn’t have to be that way....
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How to budget for AI adoption: Tips for CFOs
Budgeting for artificial intelligence (AI) adoption can be a tricky business. Rapid technological evolution and vast numbers of emerging...
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6 accounting, payroll and HR templates you can use right now
As any small business owner knows, small business doesn’t mean small challenges. No two days are ever the same. And while that can...
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From my 1-bed council flat to the Dragons’ Den
From humble beginnings in her one-bed council flat, to pitching her business to the successful investors on Dragons’ Den, Zoë Chapman has...
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What is eNPS? A guide on Employee Net Promoter score
An Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS) is an important tool in the role of recruiting and retaining talent. As businesses manage the...
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What is revenue and how to calculate it
Understanding the fundamentals of your business’ financial health starts with mastering the basics of revenue calculation. Revenue,...
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From chatbots to visionary generative AI-powered productivity assistants
You browse a website or app, and up pops a little chat window in the corner. “How can I help you today?” You type in your question, and...
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How AI can improve the customer service experience
Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are becoming more accessible to small and medium-sized businesses. These technologies have the...
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15 steps for an effective recruitment process
The recruitment process may be the first time a prospective employee interacts with your business. Does your hiring process make a great...
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AI for family offices: How to work smarter
Many family offices (firms that manage private wealth for high net worth individuals) have been taking steps over the past few years to modernise...
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How AI can save you time as an entrepreneur
Every entrepreneur could use a bit of extra support, and artificial intelligence (AI) is an impactful and effective way to get it. Despite...
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What is company culture?
The culture of your company has a profound effect on how successful it is. Not easily understood and often overlooked, this essential aspect...
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4 steps to create employee development plans that lead to success
People are any business’s greatest asset and that’s why employee development is so important. And it’s becoming more so....
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Navigating new tech frontiers: 5 action points from Digital Accountancy Show 2024
Accountants and bookkeepers were back in force for Digital Accountancy Show 2024 in London. With more than 3,000 attendees, 100 speakers,...
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How accountants and bookkeepers can embrace the new tax year with confidence
The start of a new tax year presents your practice with an opportunity to set the stage for success. From embracing automation and optimising...
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How to set your business up for success in the new tax year
The new tax year is a prompt for small businesses and the self-employed to get their finances in order – if they haven’t done already – and...