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Setting and achieving business targets

Setting and achieving business targets

      Achieving your targets is this week's I Hate Numbers podcast.  A target is a goal that has specific criteria for success.  Furthermore, reaching it means you have got where you wanted to, it’s pat on the back time. Targets are an integral part of...

KPIs to use in your business – 10 of them

KPIs to use in your business – 10 of them

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thought of tracking your business’s performance? You don’t have to be! While it can be tricky, understanding what Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track is essential to get a full picture of how your business is doing. When it...

Developing KPIs for your business

Developing KPIs for your business

      As a business, you have to track and measure your performance in order to succeed.  Developing Effective KPIs that work for your business (KPIs) is the way to go for all businesses.  A KPI allows you determine goals, set objectives and evaluate...

How to measure your business performance

How to measure your business performance

Are you ready to take your business performance measurement to the next level? Then I've got just the video for you! In my I Don't Hate Numbers video, I'm going to explain seven essential things to measure your business performance measurement. This video includes...

Video about measuring business performance

Video about measuring business performance

        Are you a business owner or manager looking for ways to measure the performance of your business? If so, then this video has all the answers you need! Watching it will teach you how to identify your business goals, choose the right metrics...

Avoidable mistakes on your tax return

Avoidable mistakes on your tax return

    Avoidable mistakes on your tax return is this weeks topic,  It's tax season, and the stress of preparing your return can feel overwhelming. But don't worry - I Hate Numbers is here to help! On this week's podcast, I'm talking about Avoidable mistakes on...

Taxes and financial planning

Taxes and financial planning

Are you feeling overwhelmed when it comes to understanding how Taxes and financial planning fit.  Moreover, how how impact your financial planning? Do you find yourself asking questions like, “How do I forecast for and build tax into my business financial plan?” If...

Help with Tax and Business Financial Planning

Help with Tax and Business Financial Planning

      Are you looking for some help with Tax and Business Financial Planning? It can be intimidating to figure out on your own, don't struggle alone. My I Hate Numbers podcast is here to make it easier for you. When building a business financial plan,...

5 stages to building a business financial plan

5 stages to building a business financial plan

    There are Five key stages in your Business Financial Plan.  Having a clear financial plan in place is essential for any small business, arts organisation, social enterprise, or SME. Creating one can seem like a daunting task.  However, when broken down...

8 reasons for using budgeting in your business

8 reasons for using budgeting in your business

      Are you running a small business, social enterprise or arts organisation but aren’t sure if budgeting really matters? Well, it absolutely does! In this weeks I Hate Numbers podcast I discuss the importance of budgeting and show you why it should...

How much should I charge for my time

How much should I charge for my time

How much should I charge for my time is question I am often asked.  A great question by the way If you're like most small business owners and entrepreneurs, you're always looking for ways to earn more money. But how do you know what to charge for your time and...

What should you charge

What should you charge

        What should you charge for your services? It's a question that many small business owners, artists, and social enterprises grapple with. Charging too much can mean you're shutting yourself off from potential clients, while charging too...

Understanding cost plus pricing

Understanding cost plus pricing

Have you heard of cost plus pricing?  Furthermore, do you know how to price your services and products? It can be tricky, especially when you're new to the game. One pricing method that can help is cost-plus pricing. In this post, we'll take a look at what cost-plus...

Cost plus based pricing explained

Cost plus based pricing explained

      Many businesses use cost based pricing, or cost plus pricing but what is it?  How does it work, what are its advantages and disadvantages When it comes to pricing your goods or services, there are a few popular strategies that business owners...

The benefits of financial planning in business

The benefits of financial planning in business

The benefits of financial planning in business are many, but I would say that, wouldn't I.  If you're like most small business owners, you probably don't think of financial planning as one of your top priorities. But did you know that financial planning is one of the...

Key advantages of financial planning for your business

Key advantages of financial planning for your business

    It's no secret that I know that financial planning is wonderful.  Successful businesses require effective financial planning. But did you know that there are several other benefits to financial planning as well? In this podcast I'll look at some of the...

Five reasons to ignore your numbers

Five reasons to ignore your numbers

It may seem bonkers, but I am going to give you Five reasons to ignore your numbers.  It’s only fair that I balance things to give you Five reasons to take note of your numbers Here are Five reasons why you should ignore your numbers: Firstly, if you prefer to have no...

Why you should ignore your numbers

Why you should ignore your numbers

    So, if you’re someone who hates numbers I have five reasons Why you should ignore your numbers. Firstly, if having no clarity or focus in your business sounds appealing to you then by all means continue to avoid looking at your numbers. Secondly, if...

Understanding assets and liabilities

Understanding assets and liabilities

One of the most important aspects of a business is understanding its business assets and liabilities. Assets are what a company owns and can use to generate income, while liabilities are amounts the company owes to others. In order for your business to be successful,...

Learn about assets and liabilities

Learn about assets and liabilities

    Explaining assets and liabilities is my mission in this weeks I Hate Numbers podcast, episode 140.  It’s not recommended practice, certainly mine,  to operate without considering its assets and liabilities. However, what do these terms actually mean?  In...

Understanding gross profit

Understanding gross profit

Business owners, Understanding gross profit should be on your list of need to know . Gross profit is one of the most important financial measures, this video will Firstly, explain what it is Secondly, tell you how to calculate it Thirdly, contrast mark up and margin...