Jeweller’s Accounts Sparkle with Xero and Monthly Bookkeeping

Jeweller’s Accounts Sparkle with Xero and Monthly Bookkeeping

Stacey Hurt loves designing and making jewelry and she’s become successful at turning that into a business. As a designer and maker she does most of her work from her home but needs to reach customers at retail shops so she offers her products on consignment....
Hairdressing Salon Business – rent a chair (Payroll Course Case Study)

Hairdressing Salon Business – rent a chair (Payroll Course Case Study)

Hairdressing salons are all about people, scheduling and gossip. They are located all over the world and are a fascinating place to watch. I had my hair cut the other day by a recently graduated hair dresser and she did a fantastic job with the cut and the...
Hnry vs Xero? Your own accountant vs a new online one?

Hnry vs Xero? Your own accountant vs a new online one?

What is it about New Zealand and accounting? Xero has been the talk of the town for about a decade when their online only accounting software meant that small business owners could use any device to use their accounting software. In those early days Xero rubbed a lot...
Want an Online Business? Follow The Sheet Society to Learn More

Want an Online Business? Follow The Sheet Society to Learn More

We studied the massive changes in the technology industry since interest rates started increasing in Australia and around the world and one interesting trend stood out. Lots of Aussies who worked overseas or for overseas companies have returned home and putting their...
Why New Bookkeepers Can’t Grow Their Business

Why New Bookkeepers Can’t Grow Their Business

The huge difference between accounts staff (and technical support staff) and sales staff is fascinating. It’s the classic difference between staff who are technically trained and aim to perform accurate data entry or fix detailed problems versus sales people who...
Cleaning Business Start up Issues

Cleaning Business Start up Issues

I had the pleasure of meeting Michelle and being her first customer for her brand new cleaning business. Michelle was excited and nervous but had the support from someone who was experienced in running a cleaning business with her. Michelle did a fantastic job and...
Spend $100, get a $120 Expense from the ATO: Big Tax Rebates for Small Business and New Technology

Spend $100, get a $120 Expense from the ATO: Big Tax Rebates for Small Business and New Technology

Eligible small businesses are now able to make a tax deduction of $120 for every $100 they spend on tech upgrades and digital skills training as the Government starts a new push for firms to embrace digital technology. Some smart options include Digital Marketing to...