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  • Self Care for Business Owners

    by Emma Michell
    Running a business can be 24/7 and you're likely to burn out if you don't take time to look after yourself.
    Here are a few of my self care tips for keeping well:

  • Planning your filing and payment deadlines for the year

    by Emma Michell
    Managing your company deadlines needn’t be a huge chore. I’ll help you identify the key dates, so you can stay in control of your filing and payme...

  • Bookkeeping The Basics

    by Emma Michell
    Want to keep better financial records? In this introduction, you'll gain an understanding of bookkeeping best practice.  I'll explain how to maint...

  • Limited Company Owner: One Step At A Time

    by Emma Michell
    As we wave happily goodbye to 2020, I have set one intention for the coming year:  To take it one day at a time.

  • Limited Company Finances: Getting in Control

    by Emma Michell

    When you start your own business, many people still have a salary or other income from self-employment.  It can be difficult to separate your income and expenses and understand how you are doing financially.  

  • My Limited Companies - Things I Have Learned - Part 1

    by Emma Michell
    Having trained as a Chartered Accountant, I worked in industry for 15 years, taking the odd bit of time off to travel and escape the 9-5. I finally...

  • Build a Purpose-Led Business

    by Emma Michell
    You may need to consider more than your annual profits to future-proof your business. Many potential consumers, investors and employees are now int...

  • Limited Company: Maximising Performance & Productivity

    by Emma Michell
    Running a small business can be all-consuming and it's easy to keep going rather than pause and look at how you're actually doing. Taking time to r...

  • Elevate Your Limited Company: Planning & Strategy

    by Emma Michell
    Good decision making means taking the right steps in the right direction. As a small business it’s useful to have a clear view of your needs, valu...

  • Limited Company: Understanding VAT

    by Emma Michell

    VAT can be a confusing subject.  However, having an understanding of it is important for any business, whether a limited company or self-employed.  This article will give you an overview of the key points relating to VAT rates, registration and record keeping. 

    Posted in Making Tax Digital, MTD VAT, UK VAT, UK VAT rates, VAT in Xero, VAT registration

  • Cashflow Tools for a Resilient Business

    by Emma Michell
    During times of uncertainty, as we are currently facing across the globe, it makes business and financial sense to have a robust cashflow strategy.  Cash can mean the difference between a small business surviving or not.  
    Posted in Cashflow tools, Managing Cashflow, Xero Cashflow

  • Year End Checklist for Limited Companies

    by Emma Michell
    There are many benefits to choosing to run your business as a limited company rather than a sole trader.  It can be more tax efficient and is also ...