Investigating variances, moreover, when to do so is an important part of any business. A variance is the difference between a budgeted figure and an actual figure. It can happen in almost any area of a business—sales, costs, profit margins, etc. There are five key...
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When to investigate variances – managing by exception
When should you investigate variances is a massive part of financial management. it's also this week's I Hate Numbers podcast episode. If you're thinking, what's a variance, well that's the difference between where you expected to be financially...
How to use ratios to make financial judgements
Why should you use ratios to make financial judgements? Well, are you curious how well your business is doing financially? Or maybe you're looking to acquire or invest in a business and want to know what to look for? Ratios are a great way to judge a...
How to use Financial Ratio Analysis
How to use Financial Ratio Analysis is part of your Numbers tool kit. This is part of the tool kit used, the key ratios used by business owners, analysts, and investors. In this vlog I cover the four common areas used in financial ratio analysis, Firstly,...
Understanding and using financial ratios
There's no doubt that Using financial ratios in business are one of the most important tools that business owners have in their toolkit. By using financial ratios, you can get a better understanding of how your business is performing, and make...
How to judge your financial performance
Knowing how to judge your financial performance can be tricky. Many factors come into play, and it's not always easy to know where you stand. In the words of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, “Action springs not from thought, but from a readiness for responsibility.” However, by...
How to Improve being Financially Accountable
Are you finding it difficult to stay Financially Accountable? You’re not sure where to start, or you feel like you're constantly falling behind. Don't worry, you're not alone! Improving your financial accountability is a process that takes time and effort. Don’t...