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Business owners often complain they lack information to make decisions, in spite of many solutions which claim to provide intelligent, customised reporting. Identifying business problems that need solutions and then the data sets which support decision-making is a better approach and we accountants can add value in this process. Read how.
7 practical ways to improve business profits
Growing your business means more cash for you now plus a higher sale price in the future when you decide to eventually sell your business. The last instalment of the series discusses 7 practical ways to improve your profits.
The Power of Price
Understanding how a customer or prospect VALUES your service is critical to getting pricing correct. This article details an approach to understanding value and various other important factors to grow the profitability of your business.
The value of a systematic approach
What’s the difference between Joe’s Burger Bar and a McDonald’s franchise? One is completely reliant on the owner and the other has a fully documented system of operation. Which do you think is worth more? Find out how this could apply to maximising your business value.
Is Selling Your Business the Next Best Step
It’s a question many of us will be facing. Perhaps not now, or in the near future. But the opportunity to sell your business may come along, either planned or by chance. Whatever the circumstance, you should be ready. The sale process can be intense and happen quickly so make sure you do it right, cover your bases and prepare for a successful exit. It’s never too early to start.
Depreciation explained
Depreciation affects your bottom line, your tax bill, and the value of your business. Those are three good reasons to learn what depreciation is and how it works. Here are the basics.
Empowering business
What is your next goal? As the owner of a small or medium-size business, what is your next goal? Do you need funding to lift your company up to the next level, or perhaps you’re thinking about retiring and want to get rid of those… Read More >>
2 key things that can affect business value
How can you make your business worth a larger amount when you want to sell it? Before we answer this question, remember: your business will only be worth what someone else is willing to pay for it. So, you may think it is worth $1… Read More >>
Survival kit for cash-strapped businesses
Being cash-strapped in your business can be soul destroying with all your hard work leading to what feels like nothing. Hopefully, you can follow a few of the steps below and put them in your game plan for surviving this challenging time and rising above… Read More >>
