The Autumn Budget is set to be announced on 26 November, and while we don’t yet know the full picture, the Chancellor’s recent speech in Liverpool offered some…
Becoming a company director is more than just a title — it’s a legal responsibility. Whether you’re actively managing the day-to-day, acting as a non-executive…
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reported over 170,000 phishing scam referrals in the 12 months to July 2025. While this represents a 12% drop on the previous…
How employers can save up to £10,500 on National Insurance in 2025/26
If your business operates a payroll and you're not currently claiming the Employment Allowance,…
These days, it’s inevitable that a diverse group of older and younger workers cross paths in business.
After all, the young, tech-savvy, socially conscious demographic known as Gen Y are…
There are two schools of thought when it comes to “open book management” – the decision to increase transparency by sharing your company’s financials with your employees.
On the one…
Most small business people would agree that their Profit and Loss account (now more correctly called a Statement of Financial Performance) is among the easier – if not the easiest…
Starting a new business is exciting, but it also comes with its fair share of responsibilities. One of the most critical responsibilities is maintaining accurate records of your business transactions.…
The words ‘personal brand’ are still somewhat controversial, and carry an unfortunate cast of self-promotion and vanity. The truth is that personal branding is more important than ever in the…
If you have been lucky enough to encounter generous people, you understand that they have a truly unique gift for garnering the respect and admiration of individuals around them. When…