Starting a business? Here are some things you need to know (and hopefully haven’t heard before)
Your business should help you make a life, not just a living.
Have you risk assessed your Christmas Party?
Most Christmas parties go off without a hitch. But it’s important to acknowledge that any number of things could go wrong. So plan your celebrations carefully. Above all, make sure you’re appropriately insured.
Tips for managing annual leave
When you’re a small business, juggling multiple leave requests can be difficult. If not managed properly it can leave you short-staffed, or dealing with grumpy. What can you do to manage leave efficiently, and ensure that employees don’t accrue it for long periods.
How well do you know your numbers?
Whether it’s in your personal life, or in business, a budget provides the foundation and the framework for financial success. It is essential for mapping and monitoring your progress.
Are you worried about Festive Season finances?
Access to funding has always been a prohibitor of growth for SMEs, but the landscape is changing and boutique lenders could be the answer.
Let’s talk business risk: Have you got a plan in place if you lose a key person?
Ever thought about what might happen if a key person in your business suddenly couldn’t work anymore? What would happen if your business partner or a key team member passed away suddenly or had an accident that rendered them unable to work?
The Talent Factor
One of the biggest headaches of small business is finding (and keeping) the right people. But with a little planning and forethought, you can make the process easier.
2019’s Biggest Challenges for SMEs
According to the SmartCompany Survey results, the biggest challenges facing Australia’s SMEs are: Keeping up with digital transformation, finding and retaining talent, balancing the cheque book and positioning for growth.
Turning your Accounting practice into an Advisory Firm
ATB’s success has meant that in recent times, partners Michael Mekhitarian, Jim Vass and Paul Rattray have been asked to help other accounting professionals to develop their own businesses – to add greater value to clients – with deep understanding of their businesses and a wider range of advice.
Encouraging accounting professionals to serve clients more holistically
Following on from winning the prestigious Pentalitix Award at the end of last year for achieving outstanding results for clients, Jim Vass was asked to present ATB Partners at the Accounting Business Expo in Sydney recently.