In the world of business, the journey often feels like an exhilarating roller coaster ride with its highs, lows, and unexpected turns. Consequently, as business owners, we comprehend this emotional impact all too well. Drawing from three decades of personal experience...
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Dealing with child benefit charges as high earners
We embark on today's episode of the I Hate Numbers podcast with a mission: to demystify the complexities surrounding the "Higher Income Child Benefit Charge." This financial obligation affects individuals or couples with a combined income exceeding £50,000, leading to...
VAT and Agent Relationships
In the dynamic realm of business, whether steering a private enterprise or a non-profit organization aspiring to make a social impact, one constant looms large – taxes. Amidst the myriad of taxes, VAT, or the rather awkwardly named Value Added Tax,...
How does the Gig Economy affect my tax?
In the dynamic landscape of the gig economy, additionally, we find ourselves at the crossroads of change. The term, a buzzword for many, holds particular relevance for those in the UK. Specifically, this week's episode of I Hate Numbers delves into the...
Beating Procrastination in the Tax Season
Welcome back, everyone! Today, we're tackling a familiar adversary: procrastination. We've all been guilty of putting things off in both our business and personal lives. In our previous episode, we explored the surprising ways procrastination can be a...
Why procrastination can be good for business
In the fast-paced world of business, people often view procrastination with apprehension. They commonly associate it with missed deadlines, incomplete tasks, and unfulfilled promises. We, too, used to perceive procrastination negatively, as it seemed to...
Visualise your business with the Business Model Canvas
In this week's episode, we delve into the Business Model Canvas, a powerful tool for visualizing and describing your business or organization. Understanding the Significance We often hear business owners and organizations talk about business models...
Advantages of implementing a budget for arts and creatives
We believe that your business budget is one of your most valuable allies. It might sound surprising, but the process of budgeting should not be daunting or intimidating. In this episode of "I Hate Numbers," we'll explore the advantages of implementing a budget...
Arts and creatives as businesses
When we discuss artists, creatives, and arts organizations as businesses, it can often lead to puzzled expressions. Nonetheless, it's a concept that deserves attention. Profits with Purpose In this week's "I Hate Numbers" podcast, we delve into the fascinating...
Project and Product tracking: Unravelling Profitability
In this discussion, we're going to explore the significance of tracking in running your business. Additionally, we'll be talking about the power of project or product tracking and how it unravels profitability. We'll shed light on the financial...
Efficient Invoicing and Payments with Cloud Accounting
One of the fundamental aspects of any business is invoicing. Whether it's billing clients for services rendered or products sold, efficient invoicing is vital. Moreover, if your business offers credit facilities, ensuring timely payment becomes...
Steps for Migrating to Digital Accounting
In today's fast-changing business world, although staying competitive requires embracing innovation, consequently, we find ourselves exploring the realm of Digital Accounting. Benefits of Digital Accounting Before we dive into the practical aspects,...
The Benefits and Power of Cloud Accounting
In this episode, we explore the world of modern finance as we talk about the remarkable power of cloud accounting. Unlike traditional methods involving spreadsheets or desk-based systems, cloud accounting is a contemporary approach to managing your...
Plan your strategy to business success
In today's episode, we, as dedicated proponents of effective business practices, discuss the paramount significance of planning in the world of business. We firmly believe that planning serves as the compass that guides businesses through turbulent...
What are your responsibilities as a company director?
In this I Hate Numbers podcast, we want to explore the multifaceted world of company director responsibilities. As business enthusiasts with over 28 years of experience, we've had the privilege of helping countless entrepreneurs reduce stress, boost...
Why Motivation Is Important for Your Business
Motivation is a potent force that propels both individuals and teams toward success in the business realm. In this week's episode of the "I Hate Numbers" podcast, we delve into four crucial aspects related to motivation. What Exactly is...
7 Budgeting advantages for your business
Budgeting often triggers unenthusiastic reactions. But let's debunk these myths. In my experience, budgeting isn't about constraints; it's a potent tool for empowerment. Let's have a look in our podcast as we delve into embracing budgeting and a...
10 reasons bookkeeping is important
In the world of business, bookkeeping often remains in the shadows, underestimated and undervalued. However, as we delve into this episode of the "I Hate Numbers" podcast, we'll unveil the profound impact of bookkeeping that extends far beyond...
The pros and cons of business debt
In this episode of the I hate numbers podcast, we delve into the crucial topic of business debt. While some might view debt as a risky path, it's not always doom and gloom. We'll explore the ins and outs of business debt, when to consider it, and how to...
Holiday pay, Why you should pay it
In this episode, we explore the crucial topic of holiday pay for employers. As business owners, we bear many responsibilities, and additionally, one of the most significant is towards our staff, our workers. We will explain why honouring this...
Designing and Presenting Management Reports
In this week's episode of the I Hate Numbers podcast, we continue our exploration of Management Reports, delving specifically into their design, presentation, and content. Setting the Stage Welcome to I Hate Numbers, the podcast that aims to make you and...
How to design management reports
In this episode, we look at designing management reports and their crucial role in helping businesses thrive and make informed decisions. The Importance of Management Reports Management reports go beyond mere documents; they are powerful tools for...
6 strategies for financial system change
In this episode of the I Hate Numbers podcast, we'll explore six essential strategies to ensure a successful financial system change Identifying the Need for Change To start, it's crucial to identify the financial systems that require change or...
Business cost management and cost cutting
Cutting and managing business costs is an essential aspect of running a successful business. In this episode, we take a close look at how we can achieve this. Listen in to find out more! Understanding the Importance of Cost Management: First of...























