Planning not to fail A business plan is essential for every business. Failing to plan your business is the first step toward planning to fail. Recording your ideas, plans and strategies is essential given the ongoing sluggish economy when so many business owners are...
We are all aware of the importance of maintaining a positive cashflow from month to month if we are to avoid a liquidity crisis and all the misery that entails. But there is a lot more to cashflow management than simply avoiding crises. Actively striving to increase...
In business, your profits are your reward for your endeavours. In fact, profitability is the only reliable measurement of a business’ success. Profits are the very lifeblood of a business. They fuel growth, support the owners, provide for the well-being of the...
Any business, whether it is just starting out or is considering the next stage in its development, will need a business plan. A business plan serves several important purposes. Perhaps the most obvious is to help raise funding. A business plan is the document that...
Whether you’re holidaying abroad or enjoying the sunshine at home, the summer is usually a chance to take a well-deserved break. But for small businesses, this time of year can also come with the stresses of slower business and potential cashflow problems....
