There are no miracle solutions here. But with careful planning, it’s possible to boost the daily and weekly billable hours of any business. Here are nine suggestions: Plan your day carefully and avoid interruptions It’s easier said than done, but answering non-urgent phone calls, constantly monitoring email and surfing the internet are terrific ways to […]
Dream big: Making it easier to reach your financial goals
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We all have dreams, goals, objectives but more often than not, we struggle with the means and adjusting those means – particularly when one of those means is money. Without a plan in place to adjust your means, it’s all too easy to see your money eaten up by small expenses, nights out and the […]
Track small business cashflow without spreadsheets
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Small business cashflow Money in, money out. Cashflow is one of the most important measures of your business’s health. But how do you monitor it? It sounds simple to track sales on the one hand and expenses on the other – then compare the two. But a massive 65 percent of failed businesses say they […]
Customer-centric banking innovation in Asia
Partners and SMEs moving to the cloud Over 100 accounting/bookkeeping, marketplace and banking partners across Asia joined us in Brisbane this year to attend Xerocon, the most innovative conference for cloud leaders in Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Ms Joyce Tee, MD and Group Head of SME Banking at DBS, shared of her experience at […]
3 Forecasts Your Business Needs To Succeed
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This is integral to business planning and the more accurate your forecasts are the better you know your business. There are many different forecasts you can create for your business but here we are going to focus on the 3 key forecasts your business needs to succeed and how to start creating each of them. […]
Aussie businesses get over $3.5m to launch their innovative idea into global markets
Offers for grants worth over $3.5 million will support 7 businesses to help launch their innovative products, processes and services into domestic and international markets. The funding has been provided from the Accelerating Commercialisation element of the Entrepreneurs’ Programme. What projects are being funded? The latest funding offers will assist: Aldridge ITS in Sydney to […]
Should Your Business Give Trade Discounts?
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There are a number of sound reasons to consider giving trade discounts to specific customers. So, should your business consider a trade discount? What are trade discounts? To understand whether trade discounting is appropriate for your business, it is important to understand the difference between consumer discounting and trade discounting. In the consumer and retail […]
How to Avoid Cash Flow Problems
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How to solve cash flow problems Where there’s a problem, there’s a solution. Cash flow problems are no exception. We’ve compiled a list of quick and easy ways to solve your cash flow issues. Get paid on time A large proportion of cash flow issues can be solved by getting paid on time. Late payments […]
Tricks used in Scams
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How scammers trick you Psychological tricks to make you feel obligated. A common trick is to use persuasive psychological tactics to make you part with your money. Some may offer a free gift or assistance to make you feel obliged to return the favour. Remember, you do not owe them anything so don’t be pressured into […]
9 Expert Tips To Instantly Improve Your Business’ Cash Flow
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Whatever your reason, we’ve got you covered. Sue Hirst, director of CFO On Call, gives us her 9 expert tips you can use to improve your business’s cash flow. How to increase your cash in-flows 1. Increase revenue from sales Review your marketing methods to increase leads or customers. Take your website, for instance. Is […]