Going solo
Branching out on your own can bring financial benefits, flexibility and greater control. It also brings challenges and responsibilities. Two CAs share very different experiences of building their own...
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The surprising way to get workers into the office
Giving workers a degree of flexibility could be the most effective way to build a loyal, productive and visible team...
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Family business: Getting the structure right
Establishing the correct structure for a family business will prevent problems down the track...
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How small and medium accounting firms can compete for talent
Small and medium accounting practices may sometimes struggle to match the salaries offered by larger firms, but they can offer a range of cost-effective benefits to attract top candidates looking for...
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Why accountants should focus on fees
Accountants should learn how articulating their true value to clients makes negotiations over fee increases that much easier. Brought to you by Ignition...
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Tough love: insolvency and restructuring
The impact of COVID-19 measures and the toughening economic climate are making it more challenging for businesses to continue trading. Accountants need to be prepared to refer clients to insolvency...
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6 methods to boost your client base
There are a variety of effective marketing techniques to either build a client base from scratch or grow an existing one. Brought to you by Intuit...
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Why every business needs a company power of attorney
While CAs often recommend appointing a personal power of attorney, clients who are a director of a company (including sole traders) also need a company power of attorney in place. Here’s why...
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Ready...set, sold!
Amid shifting supply chains, rising interest rates and business uncertainty, buyers are looking for opportunities. It’s important for clients to know the value of their businesses and have them...
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Big challenges for small practices
With labour shortages making it difficult to attract and retain skilled accountants and auditors, some firms are trying new things to create an appealing employee value proposition. Three firms...
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Debunking business insurance myths
A warning that confusion over policies and what they cover could be disastrous for SMEs if their cover isn’t sufficient. Brought to you by Aon...
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Recommending clients to specialists need not be taboo
Collaborating with accredited specialists to deliver better business and financial results for clients is a smart move for accounting firms – and does not mean having to relinquish work...
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Will you be increasing your fees from 1 July 2022?
With business and personal costs rising, accounting practices should be considering a fee increase come 1 July...
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Stop scope creep in its tracks
It can be damaging to your practice in a number of ways, so how can you avoid scope creep? Brought to you by Ignition...
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Small mistakes, big consequences
Most professional indemnity claims in accounting arise from simple mistakes. What are the most common? Brought to you by Crombie Lockwood...