7 tips to help your small business adjust for inflation
Inflation has ballooned worldwide in recent months, and there’s no question that small businesses are feeling the pinch. Supplies cost more, employees are hard to find, and your profits are shrinking. It’s undoubtedly challenging, but you can weather the storm with the following tips. 1. Study your data Your numbers are always helpful, but in […]
When the heat is on…..
Marketwatch has previously mentioned the Greek myth of Icarus. But to recap. Daedalus, Icarus’ father, was a skilled craftsman who had taken refuge on the island of Crete. Initially he was welcomed with open arms but that welcome soured. It was not easy to escape the island because the king, Minos, kept all ships under […]
Punch and Judy – 2022 version
Readers, particularly those of Marketwatch’s vintage, will be familiar with stories involving that staple of the British fetes and fairgrounds, the Punch and Judy show. As children’s’ entertainment goes, this is a pretty violent demonstration of the type of show put on in the 17th century. Mr Punch generally beats all and sundry with his […]
Time Blocking vs Time Boxing, other techniques, and how it all fits together
In a world with endless distractions, it’s no wonder that we find it difficult to complete tasks. Focus is hard to come by these days. This is especially true when you’re working from home. Household tasks that would otherwise be out of sight and out of mind are suddenly in your workspace. With that said, […]
5 ways to combat inflation
It seems that every news outlet is sounding the alarm about high inflation these days. While it might sound like it’s time to panic, you don’t have to. With a few adjustments, you can handily fight off inflation and possibly even benefit from the current economic climate. Read on to discover 5 ways you can […]
6 Reasons Why You Should Raise Your Prices
There comes a time for every small business to raise their prices. While it may seem scary, remember that it’s your job to keep prices fair, both for you and your customers. That means you have to charge prices that work for you and allow you to remain in business. Read on for six reasons […]
New clothes, old story
In 1837, the Danish storyteller, Hans Christian Andersen, wrote a tale about an emperor who was persuaded by a couple of smooth-talking types to acquire the most wonderful new clothes which were the best in his realm. They were also magical so, although his subjects could see them, he could not. But he was assured […]
How to keep your finances on track
When it comes to your finances, it’s a good idea to check in on your progress periodically, to see if any adjustments to your budget or changes in your habits are necessary. Even if you’ve set your budget for the year, you may learn a new strategy or have a priority come up suddenly that […]
6 Benefits of long-term investing
When it comes to an investment strategy, there are an almost endless number of paths you can take. Depending on your overall priorities, needs, and values you can follow any established formula or set your own path. One path that has numerous benefits is long-term investing. In long-term investing you put your money in an […]
How to choose the best investments for you
The world of investing is daunting for many people. There’s so much to learn and a lot of terminology that isn’t part of the everyday lexicon. Dividends, EPS, historical returns… and what exactly is an NFT? But once you’ve mastered the basics and the language of investing, there’s another question at play: how do you […]