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Advantages of implementing a budget for arts and creatives

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...

Why budgeting is good for business

Why budgeting is good for business

Introduction to Budgeting and Its Advantages Successful businesses know that budgeting is good for business. Budgeting allows a company to plan ahead for the future and allocate resources accordingly. It is a valuable tool for managing cash flow, identifying areas of...

7 Budgeting advantages for your business

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...

How planning reduces anxiety and boosts profitability

How planning reduces anxiety and boosts profitability

      In this episode of the I Hate Numbers podcast, we explore how planning can transform your business's future. Discover how planning reduces anxiety, empowers decision-making, and boosts profitability. Why Business Owners Overlook Planning Many...

Creating your personal budget

Creating your personal budget

    How to do your personal budget is this week’s I Hate Numbers podcast topic Worried about your personal finances? How to do your personal budget is the answer! It will help you keep track of where your money is going and how to make the most of it. With a...

How to budget your money

How to budget your money

How to budget your money is vital when times are challenging, and when times are good.  A budget is a plan for how you will spend your money. It can help you save money and make better financial decisions. Creating a budget can seem like a hard task, but it doesn't...

How relationships can handle money better

How relationships can handle money better

    Handling money in your relationship is this weeks I Hate Numbers podcast.  Money is one of the biggest sources of tension in relationships. I can help you learn how to handle money in your relationship and stop the arguing. You will be able to work...

Dealing with money and relationships

Dealing with money and relationships

Dealing with money and relationships is not a topic that is often discussed.  Moreover, money is one of the biggest sources of stress in a relationship. But it doesn't have to be that way! You can learn how to deal with money and relationships and be happier. I'm...

How to claim Carers Allowance

How to claim Carers Allowance

  Are you a carer and want to know How to claim Carers Allowance? What is Carer’s allowance? This is money given to people who look after someone with substantial caring needs. It’s not means-tested, so it doesn’t matter how much you earn or own.  Furthermore, if...

Struggling with Mental Health and Money

Struggling with Mental Health and Money

Do you struggle with Your mental health and money? You’re not alone. Millions of people are struggling with their mental health and money, but it doesn’t have to be that way. There is a solution! It’s not an uncommon feeling to feel overwhelmed by debt, anxiety,...

Leadership & business resilience

Leadership & business resilience

Why leadership is key to your business resilience is the topic of this blog.  Business resilience is what you need when running your business. The businesses that share these characteristics tend to be at a large, multinational corporate level. However there are...

Gross Profit and Net Profit

Gross Profit and Net Profit

f you want your business to carry on, survive then and thrive learn to understand and keep an eye on your gross and  profit.  If you don’t do this then you are missing a trick, and your business can suffer and lose money

Profit-important as sales

Profit-important as sales

One of the main reasons that businesses go under is because of the confusion between cash and profit. Which is more important? What really keeps the business going? Well, Profit is More Important than Sales Here’s an easy way to look at it. Serena decides to sell...

Make money in your business

Make money in your business

Above all, a business is there to make money.  It’s your primary responsibility.  Money means profit. It doesn’t make any difference whether your business is a private business, social enterprise or charity.  Some headline reasons for making profits include: No...

Budgets & Planning

Budgets & Planning

Budgets are plans, planning is good, and furthermore budgets are plans with numbers.   The budget Every organisation needs sound financial management as part its strategy, finances underpin every aspect of this work. Each activity should be planned and costed, resources must be considered. The budget is the document translating action plans into monetary terms. […]

Business Budgeting

Business Budgeting

Business budgeting for success needs the solid foundations of sound financial management built into its overall strategy.  For that reason finances should underpin every aspect of its work.  Plan and cost your activities, so your resources are properly considered. “Failing to plan is planning to fail,” Benjamin Franklin Likewise Franklin’s words apply to budgeting.  Hence budgeting is […]

Budget In Business

Budget In Business

First of all to budget in business you should have a “Personal Survival Budget” in place. What’s your minimum survival budget? Furthermore remember very few businesses make enough money in the formative years. So in order to find out how long you can continue trading, establish what your minimum survival budget is. Also look at how […]