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Tips From a Construction Accountant on Job Costing, Project Tracking and Financial Controls
The construction sector has been bucking national trends, outperforming other industries, contributing significantly to GDP and combating rising unemployment levels elsewhere. Still, it's also a segment that requires diligent and specific cost management, something...
Lessons from Newquay: Why Taking a Break Makes You a Better Leader
A Trip with a Twist My husband and I have just returned from a five-day break in Newquay. The main reason? To take our daughter to the Boardmasters festival and stay nearby - just in case! If you’re a parent, you’ll know the mix of pride and anxiety that comes when...
Balancing Act: Finding Fulfilment This Summer
Summer is in full swing, and the change in mood is palpable. The days are longer, the weather’s warmer, and many of us are leaning into the lighter, more relaxed pace that comes with BBQs, seaside trips, and time away from work. It’s a time to unwind and reconnect...
Why Every Developer Should Work With a Specialist Property Accountant
Property developers work in a sector that commands considerable financial management. Developers benefit from expert advice when making decisions around property or land acquisitions, marketing completed developments, and securing opportunities to build affordable...
End of Term, Olympic Gold and the Power of Team
The End-of-Year Rush It’s the end of the school year, and with it comes the familiar frenzy of activity: school trips, sports days, discos, and BBQs. Add to that the challenge of arranging childcare and managing the daily juggle, and it’s little wonder that parents...
Lessons From The Water
Two weeks ago, James Todd & Co took to the water for the very first time, entering the annual Dragon Boat Race on Chichester Canal. The event, held in support of CancerWise and The Chichester Rotary Club, brought together a range of local teams for a fun,...
The Power of Consistency – What Tennis Teaches us About Business Success
Our family loves tennis. My husband David was a coach for over 30 years, so the sport has always been a big part of our lives. Last week, we enjoyed a brilliant day at the Eastbourne Open, soaking up the atmosphere and watching some top players showcase their skills...
High Performance: How Valuable Are You to Your Business?
Two weeks ago, I found myself in Epsom visiting my son - right in time for the legendary Epsom Derby weekend. The atmosphere was electric, with racehorses in peak condition thundering down the track, each representing months and years of meticulous training, care, and...
Recent Changes to Accounting for Charities UK: Is Your Non-Profit Organisation Up to Speed?
The Charity Commission recently published a draft of the new Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), which is currently under consultation. This set of guidelines will apply to all registered charities in the UK and Ireland, and, for many, it will impact their...
Growing a Thriving Team – Lessons from the Garden
When I’m not looking after horses, you’ll usually find me in the garden - and lately, it’s quite literally come up smelling of roses. As I potter among the plants, I often find myself reflecting on how gardening mirrors the way we build and nurture teams in business....