Time management for PAs – balancing your boss’s calendar as well as your own
Time Management

Time management for PAs – balancing your boss’s calendar as well as your own

July 09, 2025 by Hour Hands
PAs play a vital role in keeping their boss’s calendar updated and their schedule on track. To do this, they need to carefully plan their own activities. The boss needs…
The myth of multitasking – how do you stay focused in a distracted world?
Time Management

The myth of multitasking – how do you stay focused in a distracted world?

July 02, 2025 by Hour Hands
Running payroll, answering a customer query, organising a delivery, managing a staff training session – there are so many distractions and conflicting calls on the time of a manager.  The…
The power of networking: Growing business one conversation at a time
Team

The power of networking: Growing business one conversation at a time

April 15, 2025 by Hour Hands
Running a business can often feel like a solo journey, but the truth is, success is rarely achieved alone. One of the most powerful tools for business growth is networking…
Tax, National Minimum Wage and  changes you need to know about
Bookkeeping

Tax, National Minimum Wage and changes you need to know about

April 08, 2025 by Hour Hands
With the new 2025-2026 tax year rapidly approaching and with many changes on the horizon that will impact SMEs, we felt it was timely to summarise some of the key…
How much should I pay in Director’s Salary for the 2025-2026 tax year?
Bookkeeping

How much should I pay in Director’s Salary for the 2025-2026 tax year?

March 31, 2025 by Hour Hands
Company directors – you need to read this! There are many changes to the tax regime that take effect from 6th April 2025 that could impact how you choose to…
How to Plan Your Time Over the Easter Break: Making the Most of Your Holiday
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How to Plan Your Time Over the Easter Break: Making the Most of Your Holiday

March 26, 2025 by Hour Hands
The long Easter weekend approaches with 4 days off and maybe a two-week holiday for those with school-aged children. It’s a lovely time for a break with spring advancing: a…