One of the problems, if not the biggest, that most business owners have when it comes to planning their future, getting more customers, figuring out the costs and making money is not taking into account all the important bits and pieces. That’s where a Business Model...
Business Debt Pros and Cons is the theme of this weeks vlog. In the dynamic world of business, a vast trove of information resides within the virtual realms of the internet. However, within this treasure trove comes a challenge, a challenge for us all. The plethora...
Stress & Anxiety In Business May is Mental Health Awareness Month so here at I Hate Numbers we just wanted to remind everyone to spare a moment and consider if you are dealing with your stress & anxiety & how it impacts in the workplace. In today's...
How to achieve your business targets is one of the most important goals you have set for yourself. Many of us understand the basics of setting up and running a successful business, however knowing how to reach our desired outcome can be quite tricky! The good news is...
For many businesses, break-even is a critical milestone. It can be a make-or-break point for small businesses and signifies the point at which revenue from operations equals total costs. But what does break-even mean? And how do you achieve it? This weeks video...
Who doesn’t want to know How to be successful? Most people think that in order to be successful in business, you need to be intelligent, have a lot of money, or know the right people. While these certainly don't hurt, there are other factors that are just as important...
No matter what kind of business you run, you need to know How to manage your Business Risk. Running your business will always have some inherent risk involved. There's no way to completely eliminate the risk, but by understanding and managing it, you can minimise its...
Feeling like you're not achieving success in your business? You're not alone. Most people feel this way at some point in their lives. But don't worry, I can help. I will share with you some tips and examples of how you can achieve success. Once you've learned what...
There are Five key numbers for pricing for profit Pricing for profit Wondering how to price your products or services so you can make a profit? You're not alone. Figuring out the right price is one of the biggest challenges business owners face. That's why it's...
Success is all about BREATHING. I don't mean what your lungs do but the nine magic ingredients represented by the mnemonic BREATHING. Are you a business owner? Do you want to be successful in your business? If so, then this episode is for you. In this episode...
BREATHING leads to business success. Do you want to know what it takes to be successful in your business? If so, then I've got something for you. In this video, I'm going to outline the ingredients that will help you achieve success in your own business. It's a blend...
Business Growth and Overtrading is one of the biggest problems facing businesses today, Furthermore it impacts start ups to established businesses. It's easy enough to avoid if you know what signs look like but many companies simply don't have the time or expertise...
Undercapitalization and business failure go hand in hand. Just like Peaches and Cream, Gin and Tonic, Pineapple and Pizza. Undercapitalization is the main reason why many businesses become financial failures. In this week’s podcast I'm going to talk to you about...
Cash is your financial priority, which is this weeks I Hate Numbers podcast. In previous weeks turnover and profits have been in the spotlight, this time Cash is taking centre stage. In this podcast I'm going to look at What cash is Why Cash is your financial...
Why cash is important for your business is this week's topic. In previous videos I've looked at turnover and profitability, but this time cash is in the spotlight. I will look at Why cash it is the key financial number in your business. What cash is Why cash is...
How to deal with the risks of self-employment Risks are all around us, dealing with the risks of self-employment is no different. Are you working for yourself, are you thinking about becoming self-employed, and want to know how? As with any change in life there are...
How you should complete W-8 forms is a must if you do business with the US. It’s also a must if have investments in the US or earn income in the US. For example, you tubers, sole traders, UK resident companies, Individual taxpayers, will all come under these rules....
In this short vlog-blog I am going to share Five tips on how to manage your cashflow, Why your business needs cash Firstly what is cash? In other words what gets paid into your bank account, it’s factual, and is the lifeblood of your business. Secondly, why do we...
What is profit? There are several important elements that make up your business story, some more important than, some less important than others. However, I think it would be safe to say that ‘profit’ is one of if not the most important element. Without profit where...
How information improves your business resilience follows on from last weeks blog. Organisations value information, and the quality of it. It feeds into your decision-making. However it's not just about financial transactions, it's about much more stuff in your...
How Information and Communication helps Build your Business Resilience is this weeks theme. Last week’ we looked at what Business Resilience was, and how your leadership plays a big part. Listen to find out more How information helps build your business resilience...
How to build your business resilience - Part one. That is the theme of episode 46 of I Hate Numbers. Certainly, a lot of people talk about Business Resilience. Firstly, we need to understand what Business Resilience is. Secondly, we need to know how we can improve...
So, it’s the end of another year- albeit a very strange one to say the least. With this in mind what are your business resolutions for 2021? What most of us do at the end of the year, is reflect and review that year. The whole of the U.K. will probably be glad to see...
Your business plan is nothing without your objectives and goals for your business. Firstly, as a general rule, it’s good to have objectives and goals in your life. Secondly, it’s crucial to have them for your business. They will help it run smoothly and ensure a focus...