Why did you get into business? For 90% of you reading this blog, we can almost guarantee it wasn’t because you love bookkeeping. The other 10% of you? Hello, fellow bookkeepers and accountants! As a small business bookkeeping is one of those core functions that often...
You might have mixed feelings about how things went as the year comes to a close. It could be time for a party, or a wee cry in the corner. Regardless of how the year went, it is a fantastic opportunity to take stock and improve for next year. As we head towards the...
Do you feel like you're a slave to your email inbox? Perhaps its time to hand over your email management to a virtual assistant? The idea of having someone else take control of your email inbox might seem a little daunting at first, but in reality, it can streamline...
Are you following accounts receivable best practice in Xero? For many small businesses, accounts receivable is the key component to their lifeblood - cashflow. Invoicing regularly and correctly is part of the secret to getting paid and running a successful business. ...
How do you rate yourself when it comes to operating your small business? Operating your small business is a massive undertaking. So often, you second guess yourself and spend time filled with doubt about whether you can do it. One of the best ways to combat this is...
How well are you using the reporting functionality of your Xero subscription? One of the keys to business success is regularly tracking and reporting on your financial performance. In order to be about to do this you need to know how to 'run your numbers'. Regularly...
There are plenty of great articles out there about how to find a virtual personal assistant and what to look for in a virtual personal assistant, but what we sometimes forget is that there are two parts to this relationship. Just as everyone has heard horror stories...
Are you thinking of starting a small business and looking for some tips to help get started? Starting and maintaining a small business can be overwhelming. Thankfully small business owners are generous with sharing their knowledge - as they have done when we put out...
Are you getting the most out of your Xero subscription? We want to help make sure you are using the full functionality Xero provides around bank reconciliations. As Xero Partners our focus is always on how you can use Xero to make your life easier. This is the first...
Do you use MailChimp to send your e-newsletters? While there are plenty of excellent email marketing systems out there, MailChimp certainly seems to be one of the more popular ones for small businesses. Email newsletters are an excellent way to regularly communicate...
Do you have a documented accounts receivable process in your business? Or more important than documenting it, do you use an accounts receivable process? Documenting it can come later. One of the most common issues Admin Army’s bookkeeping clients are facing when I...
Are you feeling overwhelmed? You may be crazy busy in your business and the state of your computer, your emails and your digital life, in general, isn't really helping? I have put together my top tips to declutter your digital life, so set aside some time, and tick...