Systems, processes, and standard operating procedures are vital for all businesses. It is something I tell my clients time and time again. Bulletproof systems are the key to growing your business. After all, as your business grows, there is no way you can be around to supervise everything that goes on. There are simply not enough hours in the day! There are many examples of well-systemised businesses that you encounter on a daily basis but perhaps you’ve never given it a thought. Fast-food chains are a great example. After all, no matter which Mcdonald’s you go to, you know what to expect. The fries always look and taste the same, the burgers are built in the same way and the process of using the drive-through is a well-rehearsed and foolproof system. The same goes for coffee shop chains like Starbucks and Costa. Michael Gerber, author of The E-Myth Revisited dives into the importance of systems for any business and it is a book I highly recommend for any business owner or someone loo...

Do you have a charity close to your heart? Most people do. Perhaps they have supported you personally or maybe they support a cause you feel strongly about. Whether you run marathons, bake cakes, dress up in silly outfits or shave your head for your worthy causes, did you know that if you make a donation through your company, you can reduce the amount of Corporation Tax you pay as a charitable donation can be claimed as an expense. This is good news on multiple levels. Not only can you reduce your tax bill (which no one has ever complained about!), but you can also get your whole team involved which could ultimately lead to more money for your chosen charity. There are so many ways your company can incorporate donations into their normal working day. Donate for every customer satisfaction survey completed Donate for every new client you bring on board There are even companies that donate 1p for every email sent Charity Christmas balls for the staff Donate a product or service to the lo...