17 July, 2017 2 min read Top tips on how to ask for payment: An expert’s view Chasing payments: Business psychologist Mike Guttridge shares his practical tips on dealing with late-paying customers.
17 July, 2017 2 min read How to improve cash flow by managing stock effectively Managing your stock well can help improve your cash flow and profitability. Find out how to get it right.
17 July, 2017 3 min read Top tips to improve cash flow through VAT Top tips for small businesses on how to improve cash flow through VAT. Covering basic VAT, alternative VAT schemes and m...
17 July, 2017 2 min read A guide to managing your cash flow A good cash flow is key to the success and growth of your small business. Read our free guide for expert advice and tips...
17 July, 2017 5 min read 7 tips to avoid a cash flow crisis A healthy cash flow is vital to the success of any business. Read our 7 great tips for managing yours.
7 June, 2017 3 min read 10 tips for cash flow management Having enough cash in the business is critical for both your sanity and your success. Here are ten tips to help your bus...
30 March, 2017 3 min read The challenges of operating in a multi-currency world The challenges of operating in a multi-currency world business opportunities and orders can originate from anywhere. Goi...
23 March, 2017 4 min read How to compare business loan options If you’re considering a business loan, it’s difficult to know what’s best for your firm - the right option depends many ...
5 January, 2017 3 min read 5 UK crowdfunding success stories from the world of tech Find out how crowdfunding hubs like Kickstarter offer a financial lifeline to ambitious startups who want to make their ...
1 December, 2016 2 min read Review your annual business performance with these 5 questions It's coming to that time of year again, when you look back at your strategic ambitions and chart your successes and what...
19 December, 2014 2 min read The 5 golden rules of credit control Don't let credit control make you lose control. A systematic and well-planned credit control strategy is essential for a...
7 July, 2014 2 min read Using invoice discounting to improve cash flow Maintaining a healthy cash flow is critical to your success. Anil Stocker explains how invoice discounting can help in s...
17 June, 2014 5 min read Cash flow forecasting: How to get it right for your business Almost anyone you speak to about business will tell you that cash is the lifeblood of the operation without sufficient q...
3 June, 2014 3 min read Why cash flow is the lifeblood of your business In February I was invited to Sage's 'future of your business' event in London. With insight from guest speakers Emma Jon...
30 April, 2014 4 min read Business forecasting methods part 1: Inventory forecasting Business forecasting is a key part of the business planning process. The first challenge is working out how much stock t...
17 February, 2014 3 min read Ten signs it’s time to hire an accountant Sage Business Expert Nicky Larkin explains the ten signs that tell you when it's time to hire an accountant to grow your...
7 February, 2014 2 min read Why you need a bookkeeper Sage Business Expert Sue Keogh of Sookio explains the many reasons why getting a bookkeeper can boost your small business.
20 August, 2013 4 min read Getting a start-up loan from a bank When starting a new business, getting access to funds can be critically important. Find out how to apply for a bank loan...
15 August, 2013 5 min read Improve your cash flow part 2: Stock control Stock control is a vital issue that tends to be overlooked and feels like a juggling act. Too much can place a heavy tol...
15 August, 2013 2 min read What is a working capital cycle? Sage Business Expert, Mark Barrett explains the Working Capital Cycle and what is means for small businesses who want to...
13 August, 2013 3 min read Improve your cash flow part 1: Managing VAT VAT can provide a helpful contribution to cash flow, reducing the need for external sources of working capital such as c...
9 August, 2013 3 min read A business owner’s guide to borrowing money – part 2 In the second of our two-part series Sage Business Expert Nicky Larkin explores more ways a business owner can borrow mo...
6 August, 2013 3 min read A business owner’s guide to borrowing money – part 1 When running a business it's essential to have enough cash for working capital, such as for paying suppliers or tax. Get...
31 May, 2013 4 min read 5 tips for dealing with suppliers when you’re starting up Running a business is challenging. Taking the time to carefully select your suppliers will help you run things just that...