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Accounting software changes gear

Thursday, 13 Aug, 2009 – 15:40 |

The automobile industry has changed substantially in the last ten years. Today, vehicles are more fuel efficient, more durable, and arguably, easier to drive. Can the same be said for accounting software?


Good help is hard to find

Friday, 31 Jul, 2009 – 16:44 |

A recession looms but there is still a demand for skilled workers. The quantity of job seekers has increased over the past six months, but the quality has failed to follow suit.


Using the web to strengthen your business

Friday, 26 Jun, 2009 – 16:22 | One Comment

Ignore the web and chances are consumers will ignore you. That doesn’t mean business owners need to spend thousands on an elaborate site. If you have the money, the time and the skills to do it, go ahead, your business will benefit. Not only will your products and services be more visible, accessible and acquirable but your business, brand, and presence will instantly be more recognisable.


Cutting business costs without hurting the bottom line

Monday, 18 May, 2009 – 16:22 |

For most businesses, the current economic climate has demanded change. But those changes don’t have to be as drastic as redundancies, closing offices or selling the business. By using everything from common sense to new technology, business owners can weather the economic storm and position themselves to capitalise in the years ahead.


Building business without waiting for customers

Thursday, 22 Jan, 2009 – 12:20 | 2 Comments

Despite the turbulence created by the global financial crisis, it remains smooth sailing for business growth across Australia.
In 2008, there were 1668610 registered companies, according to the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC). That’s nearly …


Marketing From Account Software

Monday, 15 Sep, 2008 – 17:16 |

Making the most of your marketing dollars can be made easy through special utilization of your accounts software. Here’s how to use your accounting software to promote your business and brand.
Marketers and accountants are typically …


Setting up a private company minimises risk

Thursday, 28 Aug, 2008 – 9:53 |

While the financial benefits of being a sole trader are more enticing than those of being a private company, the business risks can be scary. Gavin Dixon explains why setting up as a private company …


Use the internet to increase your profit

Friday, 1 Aug, 2008 – 14:41 |

With technology like the internet readily available, streamlining business practices is a breeze. Gavin Dixon, CEO of Reckon Limited’s Business Division, shows how businesses can use technology to increase profits.


Training key to retaining staff

Thursday, 31 Jul, 2008 – 16:11 |

Retaining staff is becoming harder as a result of the skills shortage. Gavin Dixon, CEO of Reckon Limited’s Business Division, offers his suggestions on how staff training and evaluation are a must for retaining staff, …


Don’t put off consulting your accountant

Monday, 28 Jul, 2008 – 11:04 |

Accountants are an important part of an SME’s operations, but like the dentist, if business owners leave consulting an accountant until it’s too late, the pain can be excruciating. Gavin Dixon, CEO of Reckon Limited’s …




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