Record-Keeping that Works

Record-Keeping that Works

Cashbook – the Cashbook may be a good option for you if you have a fairly low number of transactions, and/or an aversion to computers.  You CAN pick up a cheap “Ledger Book” from the Newsagents for around $10 – $15…make sure you speak to your Accountant to...
Business Boot Camp

Business Boot Camp

Recent years have been a bit tough for many small businesses, but there are some handy strategies you could implement which may be beneficial, both in good times and bad. It’s something I say often, and you may have already read my blog article about Cash Flow…but it...
New to Business…???

New to Business…???

OK, so given that I am fairly new to self-employment myself, I guess it’s a little bit condescending for me to try to tell everyone all the things they SHOULD be doing, especially for those who have been on this road for some time. In my defence, I HAVE been...
Patience is a Virtue

Patience is a Virtue

You know, it’s tempting to open the doors, and just expect people to start walking in… I certainly WISH it was that easy – it would make life a lot easier for all of us!  The truth is, though, that no matter how GOOD you are at what you do, or how AMAZING your product...
I Had to Lock My Doors…

I Had to Lock My Doors…

The long weekend was here…and I had no choice but to lock my office door.  This is because I have very little willpower, and absolutely have to manage my behaviour like a child sometimes (a failing that I KNOW I have). I often joke that my office is like a Vortex…and...
Do you satisfy the Benchmarks?

Do you satisfy the Benchmarks?

The Australian Taxation Office has spent considerable time and money over the past few years to formulate Industry Benchmarks to identify businesses avoiding their taxation obligations.  However, it’s not all doom and gloom – we can use the Benchmarks as a very...