Automation in accounting: data driven decisions
To grow a business, business leaders need to understand where they are now, have the ability to review their business and use that information and reliable data to plot their plans for growth. Growth can only be measured by having robust data to help you understand how far you have come or may still have […]
Unlocking Product Success with Daily Data
Until recently, and for over a decade, I was Head of Digital and Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Freeads, having the privilege of being part of an incredible journey. Growing 400% from 1m in 2010 to 4m in 2013 was truly a collective effort. I believe this journey speaks to the importance of strategic digital […]
Highs and Lows Of Running A Family Business
In 2020, Oxford Economics estimated there were 4.8 family million businesses in the UK, making up 85.9% of all private sector businesses, employing 13.9 million workers, 51.5% of private sector employment. Family run businesses can be extremely successful. The individuals know each other well and at least in the early days, they are all pulling […]
Salary or Dividend For Company Owners and Directors?
It has generally been the case that dividends have offered company owners and directors a cost effective and flexible remuneration option compared to a bonus or salary. However, the gap between the two has narrowed more recently, and with the recent Corporation Tax rise from 19% flat rate to an upper rate of 25%, it […]
Culture Positivity For A Healthy Workplace
A positive culture is crucial for many reasons, including employee wellbeing and attracting and retaining staff. A positive culture within an organization is essential for a variety of reasons, and its impact extends beyond just the well-being of employees. Some key reasons as to why a positive culture is crucial can come down to promoting […]
Sickness Absences Are At An All-Time High
The number of fit notes issued in the UK hit a record high last year – 10.4 million. In part, the increase has been attributed to the economic crisis and also to the impact of the pandemic, which has led to more stress-related absences. If you’ve been noticing increased absences, it might be having negative effects […]
