Tag: cashflow

If you’re running a growing business, having a clear budget isn’t just helpful—it’s essential for financial decision-making. A well-prepared business budget allows you to estimate revenue, plan for expenses, and allocate funds strategically. It keeps your business on track and helps you avoid overspending. How Does Budgeting Help Your Business? Budgeting gives you a structured…

Running a growing business comes with financial challenges, which is why good financial management is essential. Managing cash flow effectively and setting clear budgets can mean the difference between stability and financial strain. A well-structured budget not only keeps your business on track but also helps you make strategic decisions with confidence. Let’s explore why…

In this video, Glenn explores four strategies bakeries can use to increase their gross profit margin and reduce the cost of goods sold. Key tips include shopping around for better supplier prices, adjusting your product mix to focus on higher-margin items, reviewing pricing to ensure it reflects rising costs, and actively monitoring and managing wastage.…

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 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…

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 our recent articles, we’ve discussed essential financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cashflow statements, which provide a snapshot of your business’s financial health at a given point in time. While these reports are crucial for understanding past performance, cashflow forecasting takes it a step further by offering a forward-looking view, helping…

Understanding your financial reports is crucial to improving your business performance. In this video, Ewen outlines four key reports—profit and loss, balance sheet, accounts receivable, and accounts payable—and explains how monitoring them can enhance cash flow, build stronger supplier relationships, and inform better decision-making. If you’d like a financial review of your business, reach out…

If you’re seeing a low bank balance, it might not be about what you’re doing wrong but where your money is tied up. In this video, Ewen shares tips on assessing your sales, accounts receivable, stock levels, and accounts payable. Discover how these factors impact your cash flow and what you can do to improve…

Starting a new business or expanding an existing one often requires substantial funding. Securing the right finance at each stage of your business journey is crucial for success. But where can you find the necessary funds? Five Ways to Access the Right Funding Here are five key funding options to consider: 1: Bank Loans and…

Quarter Period Payment Due 1 1 July – 30 September 28 October 2 1 October – 31 December 28 January 3 1 January – 31 March 28 April 4 1 April – 30 June 28 July Key Points Clearing Houses Missed Payments Additional Compliance Given the ATO’s increased audit activity, timely compliance is more critical…

In this short video, Glenn reminds you to protect yourself from phishing scams targeting your banking details. Scammers are sending fraudulent emails with links to “reset passwords” or “update details,” aiming to steal your identity or access your bank account. Remember, legitimate banks never ask for sensitive information via email links. To stay safe, never…