Jim Andrew of TaxAssist Accountants talks about some good news for NI SMEs. Described as a 'budget for small business' by Chancellor George Osborne, the recent budget announcement was largely welcomed by small and medium sized enterprises. Finally, Mr Osborne…
Good news for NI SMEs
Is your business vision clear for 2016?
Your company's goals will only be effective if you have a clear vision of what you want to achieve--and how. A smart business owner understands the inherent…
How networking can grow your business
The world's largest networking organisation, BNI® will be marking its tenth annual International Networking Week on 1-5 Feb 2016; an event centred around…
How to beat the January self-assessment blues
As the online self-assessment deadline approaches, it can strike fear into the self-employed, landlords, contractors and company directors alike but all that is required is simple planning and practical advice according toBelfast businessman Jim Andrew of…
The dos and don’ts of job hunting
Looking for a job can be an arduous process and rightly so. Work is where you spend most of your time and getting it right can play a big part in your overall happiness and contentment. It is not a decision to be taken lightly (especially if you are in employment)…
Property advice for older people
As winter sets in and many vulnerable older people consider property decisions which could potentially reduce running costs and housework or release equity to help with pension income; residential estate agent Natalie Clarke gives her top tips on making difficult…
In the hiring line?
Neal Lucas is Managing Director of Neal Lucas Recruitment. Northern Ireland’s leading executive search and recruitment business specialising in the appointment of Director and Senior Management level roles (including Chair and NED positions). Recruitment…
Social innovation, shared value and the double bottom line
Paul Braithwaite is Development & Implementation Officer at the Building Change Trust. He heads up their work in the areas of Social Innovation and Creative Space for Civic Thinking. The Building Change Trust have been working in Social Innovation for…
Self-Assessment paper filing deadline approaches
AS the Self-Assessment paper filing deadline approaches, it can strike fear into the self-employed, landlords, contractors and company directors alike but all that is required is simple planning and practical advice according to TaxAssist Accountants. The…
Business clinic: Cross border questions
This month sees ASM Chartered Accountants continue a seminar series aimed at providing SMEs interested in growing their cross border trade with practical financial advice. The eight-seminar series, known as the Cross Border Bureau, is being delivered in partnership…
