Last week, I had the chance to spend some time at Ideas Fest 2026, an event that's been described as the 'Glastonbury of business'. It brings together thousands of entrepreneurs, founders, and business leaders to learn, share ...

By Davina Farrer on blog.joindavina.co.uk

In our digital age, safeguarding personal information is crucial. Two Factor Authentication (2FA) stands out as a vital security measure, offering a robust layer of protection against hacking. By requiring an additional piece ...

By Pritesh Ganatra on blog.btsuk.net

When you set up YourPING, one of the most important steps is to choose your trusted contacts. These are the people who may be alerted if you miss your daily check-in. It sounds simple, and that is exactly the point. YourPING ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

A new Sage 50 Accounts update is coming, with version 34.1 introducing changes to align the software with current UK and Irish requirements. For businesses, accountants and bookkeepers, one of the update's most important area ...

By Alison Mead on blog.siliconbullet.com

Growth is talked about constantly, but I think we sometimes overlook something rather obvious. Businesses need the confidence and financial headroom to invest before meaningful growth can happen. Right now, the cost of doing ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

Living alone offers freedom, independence and privacy, but it also raises a question many people would rather avoid: what happens if nobody notices you're missing? For millions of people across the UK, this is not a dramatic, ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

Compared with a hotel room, our serviced accommodation offers enhanced comfort, privacy, and a lot of guest satisfaction. From the spaciousness of a whole apartment to the added conveniences of high-speed Wi-Fi and concierge ...

By Short Stay : MK on blog.shortstay-mk.co.uk

Most of us have periods when work feels exhausting, frustrating, or too much. A difficult week does not necessarily mean burnout, but recognising early signs at work can help you make changes before things become harder to ma ...

By Dave Cordle on blog.davecordle.co.uk

Qualifications and technical experience will always matter when businesses recruit new people. However, recent research highlighted by the BBC suggests that the soft skills employers seek are becoming increasingly important t ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

If you're living alone, you probably don't spend much time thinking about what would happen if something unexpected occurred. You're independent, you're getting on with life, and you certainly don't consider yourself someone ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

When you run your own business, there is always something that needs doing. But there is a difference between being busy and letting your business admin get out of control. Often, it happens gradually. A few emails are left u ...

By Sarah Hannaford on blog.sarahpasolutions.co.uk

For many small business owners, staying visible online feels like a full-time job. There's constant pressure to post on social media, keep websites updated, and somehow stay top of mind with potential clients. The advice ofte ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.sblogit.com

I've always believed that multiple income streams can give you something incredibly valuable: choice. It isn't simply about earning more money. It's about creating different opportunities, building greater security and giving ...

By Davina Farrer on blog.joindavina.co.uk

Here is the irony of the situation. It was inevitable that it would happen one day; that I would be caught out on the very thing I always preach to my clients. In two words: data backup ... ...

By Pritesh Ganatra on blog.btsuk.net

Remote work has transformed modern working life. For many, it has brought flexibility, reduced commuting costs and a better work-life balance. The freedom to work from home, in a café or even in another part of the country wo ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

The usual question I see asked in bookkeeping groups and forums is, where can I find customers, or how can I get experience now that I have passed my bookkeeping exams and started my bookkeeping business ... ...

By Alison Mead on blog.siliconbullet.com

There is no shortage of political discussion about UK economic growth, but the more important question is what must change to achieve it. Governments can publish strategies and promise reform, but sustainable growth depends o ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

Loneliness in modern Britain does not always look like isolation. It can look like independence, remote working, online shopping and a perfectly ordinary life. Someone may exchange messages, attend video calls, and even see p ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

Moving to Milton Keynes can feel like a lot, especially while you're job-starting and house-hunting at the same time. Short Stay : MK gives you a practical, comfortable base in the city so you can explore neighbourhoods prope ...

By Short Stay : MK on blog.shortstay-mk.co.uk

The physical symptoms of work stress can sometimes be easier to dismiss than the emotional ones. You might put a headache down to a long day, blame aching shoulders on your desk chair or assume tired, uncomfortable eyes are s ...

By Dave Cordle on blog.davecordle.co.uk

The Companies House accounts filing changes coming into force from April 2028 may sound comfortably distant, but I think businesses would be wise to start understanding them now. The reforms will change both how company accou ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

The phrase "Because someone should notice if you don't check in” is far more than just a tagline. It is the core belief behind everything we do. Our daily check-in system was created because everyone deserves the reassurance ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

As I keep building my knowledge and experience in property investment, I'm learning that there's a big difference between looking around a house as a potential homeowner and carrying out an investment property viewing ... ...

By Sarah Hannaford on blog.sarahpasolutions.co.uk

Blogging is more than a mere trend; it is a proven, vital component of a successful marketing strategy for businesses of all sizes. By offering regular, valuable content, businesses can engage customers and enhance their onli ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.sblogit.com

I'm back at my caravan, SeaScape in Bude, and this visit has felt wonderfully different. Last time, I was dealing with the stress of my cleaners suddenly quitting, which is hardly the peaceful Cornish escape anyone dreams abo ...

By Davina Farrer on blog.joindavina.co.uk

Increasingly, autonomous agents can access systems, run code, and make decisions on our behalf. That makes AI agent security one of the most important technology conversations businesses should be having today. If an agent is ...

By Pritesh Ganatra on blog.btsuk.net

Every family wants the reassurance that their loved ones are safe, but peace of mind for families shouldn't come at the cost of privacy. With so many smart devices, cameras and tracking apps available today, it's understandab ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

Keeping track of your accounts is a science as well as an art form. Yes, of course you can do it yourself, but wouldn't a bookkeeper make your life a whole lot easier? Having a clear picture of your finances at any given time ...

By Alison Mead on blog.siliconbullet.com

Running a business can be rewarding, but it can also put considerable pressure on the person in charge. These mental health tips for business leaders can help owners and managers protect their well-being while continuing to m ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

In the 21st century, we live in a world that never really switches off. Messages arrive instantly, shopping arrives the next day, television streams endlessly in the background, and bills quietly pay themselves without us eve ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

Corporate visitors to Milton Keynes need space, privacy and easy city access. This post explains why serviced apartments beat hotels and home‑shares. It shows how Short Stay : MK delivers flexible, fully serviced living for w ...

By Short Stay : MK on blog.shortstay-mk.co.uk

For years, UK productivity has been something of an economic headache. Before the financial crisis in 2008, productivity was growing at a much healthier rate, but progress since then has been disappointingly slow ... ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk