NEWS FROM ADMIN ARMY
Why Your Accountant Shouldn’t Do Your Small Business Bookkeeping
Delegating the day to day management of your finances is a smart move, but if you decide to do so, you need to be strategic about who you delegate to! After all, it makes no sense to ask a gourmet chef to mow your lawn! The same goes for your accountant. While...
Prioritising Time So You Get To Have Weekends And A Holiday!
Many people assume that choosing your days off, leaving work early, and having holidays whenever you want is one of the perks of running your own business. But in reality, many small business owners struggle to have regular days off – and holidays are just a distant...
How To Keep Your Payroll Under Control
It goes without saying that payroll is an integral part of doing business. But for many small business owners, effective payroll management is often easier said than done. As one of New Zealand’s leading providers of virtual assistant services, we know exactly what it...
Monthly Financial Reviews You Should Do In Your Business
If you are not a numbers person or are short on time, you may find it a total drag to keep up to date with your finances. That’s why outsourcing is a lifesaver for many business owners. Having someone else take care of the time-consuming day to day stuff means you can...
The Benefits of Outsourcing Bookkeeping and Admin
There are a good number of tasks we outsource from our personal lives on a regular basis. You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who routinely cuts their own hair, or does their own legal work. Even hairdressers will put down their tools and allow another hairdresser...
Keeping On Top Of Your IRD Obligations
When it comes to business admin, some tasks are definitely more fun than others. Receipting money and working with clients you love are definitely tasks that top the list of good jobs. However, one task that commonly draws groans and is accompanied by a hefty helping...
6 Tips on How to Conduct a Highly Productive Online Meeting
With 2020 being the year that it was – the less said the better – working remotely has suddenly become mainstream. There has been a steep learning curve from office to the online workspace and online meetings play a vital role to ensure teams feel connected. We have...
How To Know When To Register For GST
The Goods and Services Tax – known to kiwis as GST – has been in action in New Zealand since 1986. As a consumer, we are used to paying it as part of the purchase price for just about everything. But as a business owner, it’s important to give it a little more...
Is Work-Life Balance Achievable?
How many people do you know who have found that magical unicorn of a work-life balance? Chances are, you could count them on one hand without lifting a finger. Life is hectic, and while the concept of finding some kind of equilibrium between your work life and your...
Do I Need To Meet My Bookkeeper In Person?
Your bookkeeper is one of the most important people in your business. They keep track of your cash flow, help your staff get paid, make sure your invoices and bills are sorted, and keep tabs on all your financial data on a day to...
How Work Sprints Can Boost Your Productivity
Do you struggle to focus, have a never-ending to-do list, and go home feeling like you somehow wasted half your day? You're not alone! It's a common complaint in today's fast-paced world. But don’t fret; the solution to your productivity woes is simple yet effective....
6 Questions To Ask Before Starting With Your New Bookkeeper
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to outsource your bookkeeping. But how do you know your new bookkeeper has the skills you need to provide you with the best support possible? With no industry requirements, anyone can call themselves a bookkeeper. Even someone...