Business Planning Archives

How do I price my creative services?

by Jonathan | Sep 8, 2021

You’ve started your creative business, and while you’ve got an incredible product or service to offer, you’re uncertain how to price it. There’s an easy answer of pricing yourself smack-dab in the middle of your competitors – not the most expensive option, not...

How do I make sure my business is set up correctly and I don’t run into problems later?

by Jonathan | Sep 1, 2021

If there’s anything this last year has taught us, it’s how important proper preparation is. You’re a creative, a free-thinker with an innovative vision. Maybe you don’t see yourself as the “business type” but you know you’re good at what you do and people want to see...

My business is growing, but am I the right person to take it forward?

by Jonathan | Aug 23, 2021

As the head of a creative business, you might struggle to think of yourself as the “business type.” Because of this, you’re now questioning if you’re the right person to continue leading your business into the future. You’re experiencing some remarkable growth. Fast....

Why you need to set your business up like you’re going to sell it

by Jonathan | Jul 30, 2021

You’re just starting out on your business journey. You don’t have any intentions to sell it – certainly not now, and maybe not ever. So why should you set up your business as though you’re preparing it for sale? Simply put, having a future-focused...

How do I write a business plan for my creative business?

by Jonathan | Dec 1, 2020

You know a business plan will help you revive your creative ambition. You know you don’t need that bloated 30-page document of made-up marketing research, but you need a 2-page plan to reach your goals, and you need to be able to refer to it regularly. So, now what?...

Christmas Parties & Gifts – What’s allowed?

by Jonathan | Dec 1, 2016

With the Christmas season quickly approaching, we are often asked what employers can buy staff and customers for Christmas and what tax relief, if any, is available. So here’s a quick summary to remind you. Christmas Cards Expenses incurred for Christmas cards/e-cards...