Today's UK budget announcements are not as scary for SME businesses as anticipated, with corporation tax and national insurance rates held, and a move to encourage investment to stimulate the economy. The Financial Market's neutral/marginally positive immediate reaction is a reflection of this. Nevertheless, SME businesses face stiff challenges in the light of National living wage changes which will increase employment costs, and SME business owners will be hit personally wit

We are excited to announce a Strive & Thrive Special episode this week (28th Nov, 12pm) where co hosts Romesh & Mike unpack the Budget, and discuss what it really means for SME businesses.  What does the Budget mean for my business? | Strive & Thrive #23 Romesh is the Founder of The FD Consultant , a group of fractional Finance Directors who support growing organisations. Mike Oliver   is the Founder of Easol and focuses on innovative solutions. They both share a passion for

Many thanks to London Daily News for sharing some of my tips around Cashflow Management for financial resilience in business... If you’re a leader in an SME business, or interested in entrepreneurship, do check out the interview! Here’s the link to the article , hope you enjoy the read!