Keeping track of your expenses is one of the most fundamental tasks for a small business. The largest part of your tax return will be based upon your business expenses, and accurate records can help to reduce the amount of tax you pay. So it's important to set up good...
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Generating marketing content online – how to overcome writer’s block
Whether it's for social media, your blog or your website, generating content for online marketing can leave small business owners with a serious case of writers block. But it needn't be a headache. Take a look at these tips that we've compiled to give you some ideas...
Types of invoicing for small business owners
As a small business owner, invoicing is just one of the many things you need to keep on top of – but it’s also one of the most important functions to manage. No invoice = no income. Here, we give you a quick run-down of the different types of invoicing for small...
Essentials of event planning – how a virtual assistant can help
There are many ways to promote a business including online marketing, television advertising, print advertisement and radio spots. One very effective method that is often overlooked though is running an event. Events are a fantastic way to showcase new products,...
What are the benefits of outsourced bookkeeping services?
If your business is in need of basic bookkeeping services, you are faced with two choices. You can hire a new staff member to perform the work or have your bookkeeping services outsourced. While hiring an employee might be worthwhile if you have 40 hours of...
CRM and small business: a guide to best practice
Gathering customer data and knowing how to use it is one of the ways to business success – no matter what size you are. Why is it so important? Because the better you understand your customers, the more likely you are to be able to sell to them. That’s why we’ve put...
Top ten email marketing tips – emails that deliver results
Email marketing is one of the best ways to reach your customers. It’s quick, free and measurable. But you have to do it well to get the response you want – and that’s where lots of businesses hit a brick wall. Here are our top ten email marketing tips to give your...
Have you got what it takes? 14 Surprising characteristics of entrepreneurs
The benefits of becoming an entrepreneur are numerous. They include more creative freedom at work, significant financial opportunities and the ability to be your own boss. It is no wonder that so many people are interested in choosing this path. But how do you know if...
How to set up a CRM system for small business success
A good CRM system for small business use can bring huge benefits to your business – simplifying tasks and keeping you ahead of the game. In order to achieve that success, you need to make sure that the system is properly set up for your needs – and here’s our quick...
10 Tips for audience engagement and driving traffic with email newsletters
If you have decided to promote your business through newsletters there are a number of things to think about to make them successful in turning your subscription list into brand advocates or even better, qualified leads. You need to build engagement with your...










