Finding the right accommodation for business travellers in Milton Keynes isn't just a matter of comparing nightly rates. When you're visiting for a few days, a small price difference may not seem significant. It matters far m ...

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

Sometimes there isn't anything obviously wrong with your job. You turn up, do what is expected of you, get paid and repeat the process the following week. Yet somewhere along the way, the enthusiasm has disappeared ... ...

By Dave Cordle on blog.davecordle.co.uk

The state pension triple lock has played an important role in protecting pensioners from falling behind as wages and prices rise. For many people, particularly those with little other retirement income, that protection matter ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

A daily reassurance check-in is a simple way to let someone know you are OK. At an agreed time each day, you receive a check-in and respond to confirm everything is fine. Most days, that is all that happens. You check in, get ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

If your to-do list seems to grow faster than you can tick things off, you may wonder what you can delegate to an online PA. The simple answer is probably far more than you think. An online PA can handle many essential yet tim ...

By Sarah Hannaford on blog.sarahpasolutions.co.uk

Back in July, I decided to get my DNA tested, and what started as an attempt to fill in some gaps in our family history has turned into a journey that has taught me so much about where I come from and, perhaps, a little more ...

By Davina Farrer on blog.joindavina.co.uk

I was approached after an accountancy practice posted a request for quotations for its IT requirements. On the face of it, there was nothing unusual. They needed to consider Microsoft 365, device management, endpoint security ...

By Pritesh Ganatra on blog.btsuk.net

YourPING started with a very simple idea: what if there was an easy daily reassurance check-in that let someone know you were OK, without requiring an app, extra hardware, constant phone calls, or someone constantly checking ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

Do It Yourself bookkeeping often feels like a chore when you're managing your own business accounts or even just starting off as a bookkeeper. This is why I created my Bookkeeping Buddy subscription and I'm getting some great ...

By Alison Mead on blog.siliconbullet.com

Cybersecurity risks for businesses continue to evolve, and recent incidents show that it is no longer enough to think of cybersecurity as something that concerns only large organisations or technology companies. The ways a bu ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

When parents reach a stage where they're happily living on their own, it can be a source of pride for the whole family. They're independent, capable, and determined to continue living life on their own terms ... ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

If you are staying away from home for a night or two, a hotel room can be perfectly adequate. But when a trip stretches into a week, several weeks, or even longer, having somewhere that feels more like home can make a huge di ...

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

Burnout doesn't always mean you need to change careers. Sometimes reducing your workload, setting clearer boundaries, or even changing how you work can make a significant difference. But if you've addressed those issues and s ...

By Dave Cordle on blog.davecordle.co.uk

There has been plenty of discussion about UK business growth recently, and the Chancellor has now given us some indication of the direction the Government intends to take in the October Budget ... ...

By Roger Eddowes on blog.essendonaccounts.co.uk

There's something undeniably appealing about van life. Waking up beside a Scottish loch, parking up on the Cornish coast or finding a quiet woodland spot for the night. For thousands of people across the UK, swapping four wal ...

By Steffi Lewis on www.yourping.uk

When you invest in property, it's easy to focus on the plan in front of you. You may be buying to renovate and sell, refinance and rent, or hold it as a long-term investment. But property doesn't always behave as expected. Ha ...

By Sarah Hannaford on blog.sarahpasolutions.co.uk

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