Last week I took 5 days off. The last time my husband and I had a break together was before Covid! I spend a lot of time recommending mini breaks, fitting in family and lifestyle activities to clients and colleagues. It’s not all about the...
Here at Jones Business Solutions we are a big Xero fan! A great place to learn more about this nifty accounting software is via their You Tube channel. Check it out and see where you can upskill. Want more specific Xero training? - contact us...
All too often I see business owners (including myself) being the handbrake on their pricing. We allow so many things affect how we go about setting and sticking to what we charge. Lack of confidence, assumptions about what clients are prepared to pay, fear of...
This is the 9th year of showcasing the bookkeeping industry. From 6-10 November the spotlight is on celebrating the valuable work that bookkeepers do - all around the world! Wednesday, November 8, is ‘Raise a Cup’ day, a day to pause and honor bookkeepers for...
Wanting to work smarter with Xero? Needing more knowledge of the software? Next month Leaine is running her popular workshops on Xero basics. She guides you through navigating the system and provides tips and tricks to make you more efficient and confident. The Hawke's Bay...
2023 so far has delivered some wonderful moments in top level sporting events. Here in New Zealand these have showcased many of our top teams. It’s interesting to note that while not all of them have been the final winner, we have cheered them on,...
How well do you know what is and isn't deductible for business-related expenses? A great resource here from MBIE. Can you get 100% on the quiz? Need some guidance? There is a lot to know, and various alternate methods. Get in touch - we are...
Six months on and there is still considerable widespread damage to the roading network after Cyclone Gabrielle. Adjustments and compromises have been (and still are) needed. It is surprising how our ‘new normal’ results. This got me thinking how significant happenings affect how we run our...
Every year on 1 September the new Living Wage is announced (NZ). The Living Wage is being increased to $26.00 per hour from 1 September 2023. Could you be an accredited employer and adopt the living wage? Are your competitors paying their employees more than...
It was with much sadness in May 2023 that the world lost Tina Turner. The Queen of Rock and Roll as a title is no exaggeration! If you are not familiar with her story, go and find out more – truly inspirational. There is a lot...