The last few years have been extraordinary, with circumstances that have challenged almost every business owner. To overcome these challenges, we’re working with many of our clients to set targets and goals for the coming 12 months. In this article, we’ll outline how you can approach target and goal setting for businesses in 2025 and…

As 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…

In this video, Ewen shares how to prioritise your business activities using the 4 Quadrant Model. Learn to focus on important tasks that drive growth while reducing distractions and time-wasting activities. This guide helps you identify the “Leadership Quadrant” for better planning, stronger relationships, and a smoother-running business. Start applying this model today for greater…

In 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…

Seasonal dips in income can be particularly challenging for businesses, but there are proactive strategies for predicting, planning for, and managing these fluctuations in revenue. The key to handling seasonal dips is knowing when they are most likely to occur and implementing strategies that spread your income and revenue over the course of the year.…

As 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…

As the holiday season approaches or if you’re gearing up for a well-deserved break, maintaining control over your business’s holiday cashflow is crucial for a healthy work-life balance. Discover essential tips to keep your finances in check during the festive season. Plan Ahead for Overheads and Salaries Understand that even when you’re away, overheads and…

In 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…

Holiday breaks are a chance to recharge for the year ahead. We look forward to warmer weather and finally setting up an out-of-office email for the break. However, for business owners, this time can be stressful without careful cashflow planning to implement holiday cashflow strategies. Even if you do continue to operate through the holiday…

In this video, Ewen shares tips for self storage operators to secure optimal lending rates. Key points include: Get in touch if you want to optimise your interest rates and boost cash flow. The Essential SME Checklist for Growth + Profitability Click here to download our Essential SME Checklist for Growth + Profitability; your roadmap to amplifying profitability and unlocking growth potential for SME businesses.

In this video, Glenns shares details on Sharp Accounting’s Profit Improvement Program, designed to help businesses identify areas for profit enhancement. Discover how we recently helped clients recover substantial expenses, from renegotiating bank charges to analysing staffing hours. By leveraging data and insights, we empower businesses to make informed decisions that boost profitability. If you’re…

For the last couple of months, our focus has been on the power of regular accountability meetings and monthly financial reporting and how businesses can use them to achieve better financial outcomes. We wanted to share the details of how we helped a client improve their performance using these strategies. One of our bakery clients,…