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A positive money mindset is good for business
Greetings, savvy listeners! In this episode of I Hate Numbers, we're on a mission to empower business owners and creatives. Our goal is crystal clear: fostering financial growth, reducing stress, and realizing your aspirations. Today, we delve into a...
Signs Your Business is Failing – What Are They?
Recognising the signs your business is failing or may be heading that way is crucial for every savvy business owner. In the vast sea of entrepreneurship, understanding the subtle hints of business troubles is the key to steering clear of potential failure. Why it's...
How to manage business distress
In this week's episode of "I Hate Numbers," we tackle a critical topic that every business is bound to confront sooner or later — the signs of impending financial distress. Last time, we delved into the emotional challenges of making tough decisions,...
Coping with Failure in Business: How to React When Dreams Fade
Starting a business is thrilling - filled with hope and excitement. At the initial stages, it’s all about positive feelings, fueled by the passion for one's vision. However, as many entrepreneurs know, it isn’t always a smooth ride. And a business may end up drowning...
The Emotional Impact of Letting Go in Business
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...
High Income Child Benefit Charge Explained
If you're a parent in the UK, you might be familiar with Child Benefit. It’s a helpful allowance provided to those responsible for raising a child. However, something called the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) goes hand in hand with it. Financial aid but...
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...
Agents and VAT: A Sneak Peek into the World of Taxation
Are you drowning in a sea of VAT confusion? Worry not, for we've got a sneak peek into the intriguing world of Value Added Tax (VAT), more specifically agents and VAT. To cover the basics, let’s first look at VAT and what it stands for. What is VAT? Don't let your...
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, emerges as a...
2024 Tax Policy Changes for the Gig Economy
Are you part of the digital gig economy? Do you work on Upwork or Fiverr? Maybe you host on AirBnB. Major tax policy changes are underway in this segment. And I’m here to let you know exactly what so that you are prepared. Watch this video about the upcoming 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...
Procrastination with Tax Return: How to End It
Tax season can be a source of stress. But it doesn't have to be this way. In this vlog, I'll share some useful tips for ending procrastination with tax return. Tax return deadline For the tax year of 2022/23, it’s January 21, 2024. So, even if you’ve been...
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...
Procrastination: The Art of Delaying Your Way to Success
It’s fair to say that we've all been there, caught red-handed, delaying important tasks for just a bit longer - procrastinating away. And it’s always been frowned upon because it’s a negative thing to do, right? Guilty as charged, right? We’ve been taught that...
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 hinder...
Vision to Victory: How the Business Model Canvas Drives Success
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...
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 without...
Create a Budget for Business: A Guide for the Creative Sector
Debunking the Myth about Budgeting It’s a common misconception that a budget restricts one's freedom. Quite the contrary. It’s actually a very important stepping stone towards reaching your financial and business objectives. Highly recommended: create a budget for...
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...
The Business Side of Arts and Creatives
The Business Side of Arts and Creatives, yes there is one. Today I am looking at the world of artists, creatives, and art organisations as businesses. Yes, you read that right; they're businesses, just like any other. In this video, we'll explore the key differences...
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...
The Power of Project Tracking by Categories
Introduction Project Tracking by Categories is a big part of effective financial management is the cornerstone of business success. To unlock the hidden gems of profitability and optimize resource allocation, you need a systematic approach. In this blog post, we'll...
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...
Get Paid Faster with Cloud Accounting
We live in a fast-paced business world, getting paid on time is a make-or-break factor for success. Delayed payments can disrupt your cash flow and create unnecessary financial stress. Luckily, cloud accounting, also known as digital accounting, has revolutionized the...
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...
How to Make the Move to Digital Accounting
How to Make the Move to Digital Accounting is this week's "I Hate Numbers" vlog . I'm diving into the world of digital accounting, also known as cloud accounting. Making the transition to digital accounting might seem daunting, but fear not; we've got you covered. In...
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, let's...
How Cloud Accounting helps your Business
In this digital age, Cloud Accounting helps your Business. When I say help, I mean transform. Cloud accounting, nothing to do with weather maps, can turbocharge your business. Unlocking the Cloud Accounting Magic So, what is this cloud accounting wizardry, you ask?...
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...
Why every Business needs a Plan
Why every Business needs a Plan is this weeks vlog. Planning is the secret sauce that can transform your business's future. Whether you're running a private business or a not-for-profit organization, a planning mindset is your ultimate survival kit. In this article,...