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Managing the books - which software to use
by Rosie Beasley | 22 Jul 2009
Bookkeeping and accountancy are, for most small business owners, amongst the least cherished tasks involved with running a business.
Using credit checks to safeguard your cash
by Rosie Beasley | 22 Jul 2009
The stability of many companies has been called into question as a result of the fallout from the current downturn. Previously viable businesses have been seen to collapse with little or no warning, placing entire supply chains in jeopardy.
by Josh Hall | 22 Jul 2009
Keeping track of your financial situation is one of the most important tasks you face as a small business owner. However, although it has the potential to be one of the most arduous tasks, an effective financial management plan is vital if you are to maintain a healthy, stable business.
by Rosie Beasley | 22 Jul 2009
Businesses assume a number of extra responsibilities when they begin to employ people. In terms of finance, ensuring that you have a working and efficient payroll system in place is amongst the most important of these responsibilities.
Simple financial calculations for managing business performance
by Rosie Beasley | 22 Jul 2009
Keeping track of your business's performance is one of the most important tasks you face as a business manager. Without sound information you cannot make good decisions, and it is therefore vital that you keep a close eye on the health of your company.
Newly Self-Employed? How to Hit the Ground Running
by Patrick Martin | 17 Jul 2009
So you've decided to become self-employed. Great decision, why work for someone else when you don't have to?
How Going the Extra Mile for your Customers Works
by pmartin | 15 Jul 2009
Your business is nothing without your customers. You know that, but sometimes it's easy to forget. It's easy to get caught up in the day to day goings on and forget who your business is there to serve.
Avoiding redundancies - what are the alternatives for businesses?
by Rosie Beasley | 26 Jun 2009
An increasing number of businesses are considering redundancies as a cost-saving measure. While many analysts are suggesting that the worst of the current recession is behind us, businesses across the country continue to feel the pinch.
Debt collection for small businesses
by Rosie Beasley | 26 Jun 2009
Debt collection has rarely been as important for small businesses as it is today. As an increasing number of customers and clients default on payments, businesses have to resort to ever more drastic methods to ensure they receive their cash.
Simply Business Tutorials - Steps to self-employment
by Rosie Beasley | 17 Jun 2009
This presentation details the 8 stages you will need to think about when setting yourself up as self-employed.
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