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In this guest post by CFO On Call, we look at the six business tools you can start using today to get your finances in shape. 1. Accounting software With accessibility of cloud-based systems like Xero that are linked to bank accounts, it’s easier than ever to keep track of all your financial transactions. You […]

Are you looking for a monthly, quarterly, or yearly summary of your company’s net worth? Then you’re looking for management reporting! What is management reporting? Management reporting, known by some as analytics or business intelligence, is a simple way to keep track of company performance, capturing the data needed by senior managers to effectively run a […]

You almost certainly started your business for one of two reasons: you can do something better than anyone else, or you have a burning passion so deep you cannot focus on anything else. And if you’re lucky, it’s both. You didn’t start your business because you wanted to track cash moving in and out of your […]

Struggling to keep on top of employee timesheets? Want to offer employees a simpler way to clock in and out? Keen to track remote workers’ location throughout the day? Eager to make payroll easier? TSheets, a mobile employee tracking software, is here to help.     TSheets is a flexible, easy-to-use app that allows employees […]

For our all time top list of Xero add ons for businesses that we keep updated every year, check out our top Xero add ons post here! There are now over 700 time-saving Xero apps that are designed to help your business work more efficiently. But which are the best Xero apps for your business? […]

  I was catching up with a friend over the holidays who was telling me about one of his friends getting made redundant from a small family business just before Christmas. The basic premise of the story was that the bank had told them they needed to make cutbacks, and as part of this they had […]

  Let’s face it, concepts like paperless office and cloud computing are not ‘new’ concepts anymore. It still surprises me when I encounter businesses that are not paperless and in the cloud. It just makes sense. I’ve been running businesses as ‘paperless offices’ since I co-founded Business Fitness back in 2001. My current business, PARADOX, has […]

It’s true. Your accountant may be an undercover agent. Many accountants are more than they appear to be. I’m not talking about being an undercover agent for the government in relation to your taxes.   No. I’m referring to the fact that he or she has the ability to be a Virtual Chief Financial Officer […]

It’s that time of year again, the halls are being decked, the cards are being sent and there is still someone left to buy for. Someone special, someone close to your heart, someone who works their assets off. Some would say your accountant’s gift is the most important of all, so this is something you […]

Crowdfunding can be an incredibly effective way to reach your business fundraising goals on your own terms, and can be more flexible than going through the traditional bank route. In order to reach your funding goal, we’ve put together a list of 7 top crowdfunding tips. For more information check out our overview of crowdfunding […]

Crowdfunding is becoming a more and more popular source of capital for businesses. We’ve captured the top crowdfunding platforms for the three different types of crowdfunding: donation, reward, and equity-based. Donation-Based Crowdfunding Platforms Buzzbnk What: Buzzbnk brings social ventures (Any venture that seeks to deliver social or public benefit) looking for capital together with funders […]

Most companies, particularly if they are relatively young or small, will face a cash flow squeeze at some point. Only a few years ago, the first port of call would have been the bank manager who could invariably be relied upon to help with an overdraft facility. Nowadays, however, that solution is less likely to be available as […]

Cost reports can be fun. Everyone likes to see the profits their hard work is bringing in, or plan where to allocate future funds for company growth. The optimism and promise of a new report – whether it’s monthly, annually, or yearly – is very exciting, and it’s a strong indication of your company’s current […]

Crowdfunding is one of the many alternative finance options for businesses now available on the market, making the traditional bank loan route less and less necessary. Here we’ll run through the types of crowdfunding available to businesses needing an injection of cash. What is Crowdfunding? Usually the crowd buys shares in your company, donates cash […]

Applying for funding from a bank can be daunting. It’s a lengthy process which involves jumping through hoop after hoop with no guarantee of success. But it doesn’t have to be that way, follow our guide to ensure you go into the loan process with the correct information and watch your chances of approval soar. […]