We’re up for a bit of listening, but you really need to know when to not listen.
Tax advice from a salesperson or at a BBQ or from a bar stool is not advice worth listening to.
Sales people want the sale and will tell you any old rubbish to make it happen.
Your mates might be trying to help, but the advice they receive is about them, not you.
Remember to listen to licenced financial experts on World Listening Day.
Xero has announced the return of the Xero Beautiful Business Fund, backing small businesses for the future.
Regional category winners will win $20k AUD
and if you are 1 of the 4 global winners – another $50k AUD!
Good luck! We’ll be cheering you on!
Hey monthly lodgers, if you haven’t already, remember to e-sign your May IAS to avoid any late lodgment fines. Best to make the payment too!
Xero is undertaking a major revamp of their subscriptions from 1st July 2024.
Speaking of pricing reviews, when was the last time you reviewed and updated your prices?
An annual evaluation is a great way to examine your costs and take a cheeky look at what your competitors are doing.
The Fair Work Commission has decided to increase minimum wages by 3.75%, to $915.90 per week or $24.10 per hour, for the first full pay period after 1st July 2024.
Updated awards will not be published until 1st July – so add an item to your TO DO list for later.
Last chance to take advantage of this bonus tax deduction.
Have you paid for training?
Are you considering booking training for your team?
Don’t go making crazy purchases without reviewing where you are at, and speaking to your tax accountant.
EOFY deals are great for salespeople trying to meet their commission targets, they might not really benefit you and your business.
Review your position
You can’t make sensible last minute decisions without data.
Let’s get your Xero file (or insert other software here) up to date, process everything still outstanding so you know exactly where you stand. There is not a lot of benefit spending more money, if you are already in a loss position. If you are in a surprise profit situation, it would be good to know before its too late to take action.
Speak to your expert and get customised advice about your situation.
Are you producing Australian Made goods, or services?
Promote it!
Our bookkeeping services are 100% Australian made by an aussie based team – locals supporting locals.
Buying Australian means that you’re creating local jobs, boosting the economy, and supporting your fellow Aussies.
Fit and healthy employees are more productive.
How do you help your staff with their well being?
There are heaps of options to look after physical and mental wellbeing. We’ve rounded up a few resources for you and your team (don’t forget you are part of the team if you are employed by your company – different rules for sole traders).
Why not combine physical and mental wellbeing by join a workplace challenge to support a charity?
Is there one little thing you can do this month to improve the health and fitness of your employees (including you)?
How many weeks has your small business been in existence?
Its week 1399 for us (almost 27 years in business)!
Its safe to say we’ve seen a lot and so much has changed – the tech, the rules, but we still work with other small businesses owners to help them manage their accounts. The more things change, the more you need a team to support you.
