Home office – how to set it up
Home office – why Having a home office may be an attractive option if you’re running a small “one-man show” or starting out small with a view to expanding once the business is off the ground. There are, however, some practical issues to consider before you start setting up your office. Home offices can be […]
Cash in your business: How to (properly) report it in your business
Cash in my business? Still? For those who may have forgotten, cash is that paper and metal money that you used to pay for items with ;-). Surprisingly, Cash in your business is still a reality in many businesses. We assumed that debit cards/zapper/ SnapScan, etc. would come into the world and take over. It […]
Dreams are critical
Dreams and goals Famous words indeed. They have a decreasing impact as time goes on. These words can not only be used for countries but businesses and individuals alike. Sitting around a table on more than occasion, discussing the ins and outs of corporate life, I have said one thing that scares people. You have […]
Employee tax returns: understanding the basics
The employee is the most important part of the business engine. Look after them and they will drive your business forward more than you will ever expect. They can be the greatest asset or the biggest liability. This all depends on how they are treated. Employee tax returns: Basic tax types PAYE: Pay-As-You-Earn Calculated according […]
6 reasons why you should train your staff
To train or Not to Train Should you only hire people who already have the skills and qualifications needed for the job or should you be investing in the staff you do have? A good question and one that is often up for debate. “Train your staff so that they could leave but treat them […]
Why bringing in experts can help your small business grow
In all likelihood, the success you have achieved in running your own business means that you are an amazing technician in your field. I use the word “technician” as a general term for an expert. So, you are an expert in a specific field. You have carved out a niche for yourself in your industry […]
It’s easy, if you have all the documents ready
Recently, a family member had to buy a car. Their car had been written off and this left them without one. The insurance had not paid the settlement figure as yet, so the worry was about the amount they could apply for. The family went shopping for a car. They had worked out a ballpark […]