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We know in the Hurley Accountancy office that customers form the beating heart of your startup. Without a stable customer base, you can’t generate sales, bring in income or create a viable business model. So, it’s vital for your new business to have a very clear and fleshed-out idea of your ‘ideal customer’. Your perfect…

The Hurley Accountancy team are aware that as your accountant, we won’t just look after the financial side of your business, we can also advise you on the strategic side of your company, including the importance of business development as a vital part of your growth plan. Business development (BD) is what helps your company…

The Hurley Accountancy team know that as your companies year-end date gets closer, there are a number of administrative and financial tasks to start planning for – so it’s a good idea to get yourself organised and ready. There are multiple things to check before the end of your company’s financial year. Some tasks are…

The Hurley Accountancy team know that when setting up your new venture, the people you hire may well become the most important assets in your business. They’re your trusted workforce, the face of your new brand and the people you’ve entrusted with getting your business idea out into the real world. Making a mistake with…

The Hurley Accountancy team know that when you’re busy running a business, it can be easy to overlook your own wellbeing and mental health. Stress can have a serious effect on your ability to function and you can’t make consistently good decisions and lead your team if you’re under a weight of pressure or struggling…

The Hurley Accountancy team know that even with the best products and/or services in the world, you won’t make many sales if your intended customers don’t know about your business. To raise awareness of your brand and kickstart your sales process, you need to start marketing and promoting the company. Sales and marketing don’t have…

The Hurley Accountancy team are aware that calculating your net worth can be a quick and easy way to get an outline of your financial position. By working out your net worth each year, you can get a sense of whether your finances are going in the right direction. Tracking your net worth can also…

The Hurley Accountancy Ltd team encounter new business often and we are always curious WHY people are setting up these businesses? You’ve had your initial business idea and written a plan. But do you know WHY you’re creating this business, or HOW you’ll deliver your end product/service? What will the company’s underlying purpose be and…

We at Hurley Accountancy know that for a startup, the key thing is to define what your idea brings to the marketplace. This way, you know WHY you’re starting this venture and – crucially – whether it’s a viable business model. As the old saying goes, ‘Fail to plan, plan to fail’. So, putting time…

We at the Hurley Accountancy office know that when you’re a small business owner, asking for payment on overdue invoices can sometimes be a delicate matter. If your business doesn’t have an accounts department, sometimes you’re trying to secure new work and chase invoices from the same person. That can be an awkward tightrope to…