10 December, 2024 1 min read Share Copy Link Copied Ground Control helps customers connect devices in some of the world’s remote regions with satellite IoT (Internet of Things), machine-to-machine, and cellular technology. Ground Control communications solutions are used in agriculture, environmental, mining, forestry, and other applications—even by anti-poaching teams protecting wildlife in Zimbabwe. Based […]
Month: December 2024
What is payment on account and how do I pay it?
11 December, 2024 7 min read Share Copy Link Copied If you’re a small business owner submitting Self Assessment tax returns and are not sure how payment on account works, then paying your tax bill will naturally feel confusing. Unfortunately it catches many new (and established) business owners out, and can lead to people paying […]
Turn social presence into business growth – Part 2
23 December, 2024 43 min read Share Copy Link Copied Never miss an episode Subscribe to the Sound Advice podcast Subscribe by email and get the Sound Advice podcast delivered to your inbox every two weeks with a ton of related articles, templates and problem solving guides for small businesses so you can put our […]
How to keep your small business running smoothly this Christmas
18 December, 2024 5 min read Share Copy Link Copied The Christmas period can feel like a double-edged sword for small businesses. On the one hand, it’s a time for increased sales, festive cheer, and maybe even a little downtime. On the other, it can bring cash flow challenges, staff shortages, and operational hiccups. So, […]
Turn social presence into business growth – Part 1
16 December, 2024 38 min read Share Copy Link Copied Never miss an episode Subscribe to the Sound Advice podcast Subscribe by email and get the Sound Advice podcast delivered to your inbox every two weeks with a ton of related articles, templates and problem solving guides for small businesses so you can put our […]
Making Tax Digital: Answers to FAQs on MTD for Income Tax
13 December, 2024 15 min read Share Copy Link Copied As an accountant or bookkeeper, you need to ensure your practice is responding to the requirements and challenges brought about by Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, both now and in the coming years. The Making Tax Digital programme (including VAT, Income Tax, and Corporation […]
6 time-intensive tasks accountants should automate now
11 December, 2024 5 min read Share Copy Link Copied Many accounting professionals are still tied up in manual, time-consuming tasks. Are you? Though 92% of accountants agree they spend too much time on admin, only half automate recurring tasks critical to managing a successful practice. The Practice of Now, the latest research from Sage, […]
You don’t need to be a “techie” to use AI for your business
9 December, 2024 38 min read Share Copy Link Copied Never miss an episode Subscribe to the Sound Advice podcast Subscribe by email and get the Sound Advice podcast delivered to your inbox every two weeks with a ton of related articles, templates and problem solving guides for small businesses so you can put our […]
Learn from the Small business, big opportunity report
5 December, 2024 5 min read Share Copy Link Copied As a Small to Medium Business (SMB) owner, you’re always learning. Keeping up with market trends, adapting to economic changes, and picking up new best practices are all part of operating a healthy business and putting yourself in the best possible position to grow and […]
Cash flow forecasting: How to get it right for your business in 2025
2 December, 2024 10 min read Share Copy Link Copied Cash flow forecasting is vital for any business. It tells you about the viability and health of your business on an ongoing basis. As such, it’s one of the core financial documents every business should have. Fortunately, it doesn’t need to take time away from […]