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How will Brexit affect businesses? Read this to find out

How will Brexit affect businesses? 14 things you need to know

How will Brexit affect businesses in Ireland? This article answers questions about Brexit to help with your planning as ...

14 March, 2019

Use this guide to get clarity around Brexit jargon

Brexit jargon buster: Useful phrases for your business to understand

Use this Brexit jargon buster to gain clarity on the key phrases that are being used as the UK prepares to leave the Eur...

25 February, 2019

PAYE Modernisation has changed the Pay As You Earn system in Ireland

PAYE Modernisation: What it means for your payroll

How has PAYE Modernisation changed how you do your payroll? What does it mean for your business and employees? We answer...

10 February, 2019

Grow your customer base to help your business flourish

9 simple steps to grow your customer base

Our tips provide practical advice to help your small business grow your customer base, generate leads and enhance your e...

21 January, 2019

A business plan can help your company stay on track

How to write a business plan

A business plan can help your business stay on track and can improve your chances of getting funding. Read this for advi...

7 January, 2019

Want happy shoppers? Make sure your payment processing is quick

5 top tips to ensure quick payment processing at sale time

At sale time, you want fast payment processing to keep your customers happy and products flying off the shelves. Here's ...

20 December, 2018

Confused by VAT? This VAT jargon buster will help

VAT jargon buster: Key phrases for your business to know

VAT can be confusing for many small businesses. This VAT jargon buster translates the complex language of Revenue into p...

10 December, 2018

Opening a pop-up shop could be a great way to reach new customers

Pop-up shops: How opening one could help your business

Discover how pop-up shops can provide a great, low-cost, way to get noticed, test your new business ideas, and sell your...

25 November, 2018

7 things to be aware of when hiring seasonal workers

Christmas can mean a seasonal spike in sales and productivity. Hiring seasonal workers can help to keep on top of this. ...

20 November, 2018

How to estimate figures for your business plan

We’ve provided some tips on how to estimate figures for your business plan to ensure it’s as useful as possible for your...

14 November, 2018

Stay on top of your bookkeeping and keep your financial records in order

Good bookkeeping: How to keep financial records

Good bookkeeping can save money and improve efficiency. Here's our tips on how to get your financial records right for y...

6 November, 2018

10 things to help you choose the right payroll software

Read this for 10 important factors you need to consider when choosing payroll software for your business and advice to h...

1 November, 2018

What your business needs to know about hiring staff

This article will provide you with advice on hiring staff and covers tips on the National Minimum Wage, dealing with Rev...

30 October, 2018

Accounting for VAT on a cash received basis

Read this article to find out about the cash received basis of accounting and what it means for your business when deali...

15 October, 2018

How to get the best out of new employees

Learn how to get the best out of your new employees and help them to become a part of your team by following this series...

5 October, 2018

How to choose the right accounting software for your business

We've put together 10 tips to assist you in your pursuit for the right accounting software for your business so you can ...

1 October, 2018

How does the new paternity legislation affect your business?

How does Paternity Benefit affect your business?

Learn about Paternity Benefit and what means for your business and employees, and discover the impact that it has for yo...

30 September, 2018

10 things employers should never ask in an interview

Asking the wrong questions in an interview could bring discrimination claims against you. Here are some tips to help you...

14 September, 2018

6 powerful benefits of using a purchase order system

If your business needs to purchase goods or services, you need a way to track those orders. Using a purchase order syste...

10 September, 2018

Think about your interview questions carefully before you see candidates

Interview questions employers should ask and avoid

Interviewing job candidates? We share our essential interview questions for employers to ask interviewees and highlight ...

21 August, 2018

The right way to do a reference check

Hiring new employees can be an exciting time but also a challenging one. One key thing you need to sort is a reference c...

8 August, 2018

How to stay on the right side of the Revenue Commissioners

Staying on the right side of the Revenue Commissioners is an important consideration for your business. Read this for es...

1 August, 2018

Sole trader or limited company: How to choose the right option

Should you set up as a sole trader or limited company when starting your business? Read this article for advice to help ...

27 July, 2018

When to submit your VAT return

Are you unsure when your business should submit your VAT return? Read this article for advice and find out how the submi...

15 July, 2018

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How will Brexit affect businesses? 14 things you need to know

How to stay on the right side of the Revenue Commissioners

Sole trader or company director: What is best for my business?

Latest articles for Small business

How will Brexit affect businesses? 14 things you need to know

Brexit jargon buster: Useful phrases for your business to understand

PAYE Modernisation: What it means for your payroll