Make the Right Choice: Xero or MYOB?
Australia’s SME industry has successfully made the collective move from manual accounting to online accounting software dependency. The emergence of the cloud has got the small business industry debating over which software is best for their specific requirements. There are various software programs available in the market, but two have been at the top […]
Mind Your Own Business with MYOB
Don’t be fooled by the term “small business.” Even if it’s not a huge corporation, your business has lots of facets that require your attention. The time you have to spend on each of them may vary but the dedication you need to put in always has to be greater. Unfortunately, this is rarely easy; […]
Get a Load of Xero – An Introduction
From consultations to meetings , from designing to building—whatever it is that makes you money, your business should not be disrupted by other tasks. Xero is one of the online accounting software programs connecting you with your numbers, your business, your staff and your advisors–any time, anywhere on any device. Discover what Xero […]
You and The Cloud
Is your head in the Cloud? If it isn’t, well, why not? If you’re running your business without taking advantage of the benefits cloud accounting can provide you then you’re missing out on a vital tool for achieving success. However, there are a number of myths about the cloud that confuse many first-timers. Let […]
The 9 Things The Cloud Can Do For Your Business
Change is constant in this world. It is also one of the most frightening things to face especially if the consequences are particularly risky or grave. It may seem to be a trivial decision to make but the move from spreadsheets and ledgers to cloud based accounting systems can be one of the most revolutionary […]
Take the Leap from Excel to the Cloud
Running your own business is exciting, you get to do what you love and enjoy day in, day out. It’s when accounting enters the picture that things get less exciting. We’re here to change this mindset and make accounting not just easy, but enjoyable too! Most small businesses start out using Excel, and there’s […]
Minimise the Risks of Starting a Business
Starting your own business is exciting but with 90% of businesses failing within the first year it’s important that you take steps to minimise the risks involved in starting your own business and maximise your chance of success. Many first-time business owners are so occupied with getting their business sorted for their grand opening […]
The 7 Revenue Priorities in Starting a Business
Many people underestimate start-up costs involved in starting your own business. This means they are on the back foot financially from the beginning. This makes achieving your goals,breaking even and making a profit much harder as you can’t invest in the things you need to create a successful business. To help you avoid this pitfall […]
8 Characteristics of Successful Small Businesses
Successful small businesses, though vastly different, all share certain qualities that set them apart from the rest. We’ve listed eight characteristics that play a part in the success of small businesses. So if you want to maximise your success make sure you take note of these in your business planning process. 1. Owners leading […]
8 Management Priorities When You Start Your Business
1. Put together a strong advisory team Starting a business can be a lonely process and thinking you can do it all by yourself is the road to extra stress and pressure. Successful business owners surround themselves with a strong group of advisers to help them achieve their goals. Your core team should include an […]