Author: Glenn Sharp
- Smart Tax Planning for 2024–25 and Beyond: Strategies That WorkTax planning takes advantage of lawful and strategic ways to minimise tax liabilities this financial year and in future years. While it may minimise taxes in any given financial year, tax planning works best when used as part of a long-term financial strategy. This post will outline some tax planning considerations for businesses and individuals…
- Stay Ahead with Proactive Tax Planning; Book a Tax Planning Conversation With Us TodayTax planning isn’t something you set and forget. Your strategy needs regular attention with changing regulations, business growth, and new opportunities. That’s why ongoing conversations with your accountant matter, ensuring you are proactive with your tax planning. Why regular tax planning makes a difference As your accountant and tax advisor, our goal is to help…
- How to Optimise Your Business: Enhance Employee Experience and Nurture Your TeamYour people are one of your business’s most critical assets. But are you doing everything you can to provide a supportive workplace that also drives performance and growth? This article explores practical ways to evolve your business, starting with your team. Investing in your employee experience isn’t just the right thing to do—it also enhances…
- Why Every Business Needs a Clear Business PlanIn the current fast-changing business landscape, unforeseen challenges can arise at any time. A well-structured business plan helps business owners navigate uncertainty, identify opportunities, and mitigate risks. It provides clarity, ensuring you’re prepared for any crisis while keeping your business on track for success. Why Now Is the Best Time to Create a Business Plan…
- The Results Mindset: Achieve Your Business Goals with PurposeIf you’re struggling to achieve the results you want, you may be missing a key element of The Results Mindset formula. This approach ensures that ideas are implemented, goals are achieved, and desired outcomes become a reality. The Formula for Achieving Results Decisions x Actions x Accountability = Results 1: Decisions: Defining Your Focus What…
- Regain Control of Your Business with Three Essential ToolsRunning a business can often feel overwhelming. Long hours creep in, stress levels rise, and work starts affecting your personal life. If you’re feeling out of control, it’s time to regain balance and take charge of your business. So, how do you achieve greater financial, time, and mental freedom? The key lies in three essential…
- Strategic Planning for Business: Set Your Strategy for Success in 2025With the start of a new year, businesses often ask how they can use strategic planning to drive success. Strategic planning is more than just goal setting; it’s about creating a clear path to achieve your overarching outcomes and ensuring every step contributes to that bigger picture. Read on to discover how a solid strategy…
- The Process for Strategic Planning: NOW, WHERE, HOWStrategic planning is the process of developing and documenting the direction for your business. It considers where you are now, where you want to be, and how you’re going to get there – even in the face of unexpected challenges (like a pandemic). If you don’t have a strategic plan in place, this should be…
- Sharp Accounting’s Top Picks: Business Books to Inspire You Over the Festive SeasonAs the year draws to a close, we encourage you to reflect on your achievements, learn from your challenges, and plan for the year ahead. If you’re looking to recharge and gain fresh insights for your business, why not pick up a great business book during the holiday break? To help you get started, we’ve…
- Maximise Bakery Profits: Essential KPIs and Tips for SuccessIn his latest video, Glenn shares advice on running a successful bakery, starting with knowing your numbers. Discover how to track and optimise key performance indicators (KPIs) like staffing costs, cost of goods, customer flow, and average spend. Learn practical tips to reduce wastage, streamline operations, and make small changes that drive big improvements in…
- Christmas Parties and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT): What You Need to KnowAs the festive season approaches, many of us look forward to celebrating with friends, family, and coworkers. While Christmas parties and gifts are a great way to show appreciation to your employees, they can also come with unexpected tax consequences. Here’s a guide to help you navigate the potential Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) implications of…
- Case study: How monthly financial reviews helped a client turn their profits aroundIn this video, Glenn shares a success story of a bakery client who turned around their financial position with our help. Through regular monthly meetings and financial analysis, we identified key issues such as rising costs, unadjusted prices, and wastage and implemented strategies to boost profits. Learn how staying on top of your numbers and…