Our chief economist shares his thoughts on how the year has begun - strong GDP , business confidence continuing to rise and is positive in all major business sectors including agriculture, and expectations that the OCR will fall in late 2024.

So, what does this all mean for business?

Imposter syndrome is a common challenge faced by many business owners. It can hinder personal growth, decision-making, and overall well-being. It impacts 70% of business owners at some point. We look at steps you can take to overcome and move forward.

You know the drill: you start January with a boatload of enthusiasm and some audacious, exciting goal-setting. As the month wears on and turns into February...

Consumers are becoming increasingly green in their purchasing habits. So, we’ve pulled out five ways to make your business more green, sustainable, and eco-friendly.

Need to rein in your expenses? We’ll review your current costs, find the expenses that could be cut and provide a proactive spend management programme to reduce your spending…

4 in 5 employers, globally, report difficulty finding the skilled talent they require. So, how do you find the people your business needs? Here are five ways to beat the global talent shortage…

Technology is changing how we do business. But how do you start this digital transformation? We’ve highlighted five of the big challenges to plan for and overcome.

Good reviews are sales gold! Ask your most loyal customers why they chose you, or what they like about your product or service. Use these testimonials to do all the talking in your marketing!

Upcoming changes to the trust tax rate (to be implemented in the next financial year) will see it raised to 39% from 33%, in line with the highest personal taxation rate...

Having a smaller marketing budget shouldn’t hold back your creativity. We’ve got 5 tips for producing original, innovative and effective marketing without breaking the bank.

The company Christmas party doesn’t have to be a massive bash or a boring, box-ticking exercise. Check out these tips to ensure the Xmas party is fun as well as healthy and respectful.

Want to push your business to the next level? We’ve shared 10 hot questions to ask yourself as a business owner, with advice on how they will drive your growth and success.

Don’t know your automation from your elbow? Our guide shows you how automating your systems is the key to scaling up your business!

How can your small business compete with the big multinationals? Here’s how to maximise your boutique appeal to retain existing customers and draw in new ones.

As a business owner, how much should you pay yourself? It depends on how much your business can afford, market pay rates, and whether reinvestment could pay dividends.

We live in uncertain financial times, where running a successful business can be a challenge. We’ve highlighted five strategies for navigating economic uncertainty.

A strong company culture underpins all successful, resilient businesses. But how do you develop and maintain a good company culture?

Modern inventory management tools help put you in complete control of your stock. Find out how the latest cloud software helps you become more efficient, cost-effective and profitable.

Can ChatGPT replace your marketing team? The short answer is no, but AI content writing can be a great productivity tool for any small business. We’ve got some tips.

As a business owner, you can get bogged down in the demands of day-to-day business. We can help build your business plan and identify the steps you’ll need to achieve it.