One of the side effects of modern society is an increase in people feeling lonely. As we move many of our daily activities online, whether it’s shopping, learning or social media, many people are feeling left behind. Loneliness was already a concerning issue before the rise of Covid-19 but the pandemic has only made things… Read more…

Whether you’re a Christmas fanatic or a bit of a Grinch, we can all agree that the festive time of year can be stressful. Whilst many will be frantically hitting the high street for those last-minute presents, businesses also have to deal with their fair share of issues. For example, for some companies, Christmas is… Read more…

Salhan Accountants are delighted to announce the acquisition of PA Chartered Accountants and we warmly welcome Paul and all the clients he brings with him. PA Chartered Accountants, which has been led by Paul Alton, has a strong client base in the Midlands and offered an advisory service to families and businesses and a consultancy… Read more…

The Chancellor Rishi Sunak presented his third Budget on 27 October 2021. In his speech he set out the plans to “build back better” with ambitions to level up and reduce regional inequality. Our summary focuses on the tax measures which may affect you, your family and your business. To help you decipher what was… Read more…

As we enter the last quarter of 2021, many companies will be beginning to think about performance reviews. During normal times, performance reviews are often maligned for being time-consuming, uncomfortable and sometimes counterproductive. However, things are even more complicated due to the pandemic and the effects of lockdowns and social distancing. Therefore, how should managers… Read more…

Starting your own business can be incredibly rewarding but also extremely difficult. However, what happens if you start a company with your spouse?  The well-known adage says “never mix business and pleasure” but could there be benefits to working with your loved one. The truth is somewhere in the middle. This type of team up… Read more…

Managing payroll is an essential part of business but it can require a substantial investment of time, money and effort. Therefore, some companies are attempting to get around this by outsourcing their payroll services to dedicated vendors. This idea is particularly relevant post-lockdown as many businesses are struggling financially and facing a reduced workforce. When… Read more…

Those who work in business know just how much time is taken up by reading and replying to emails. Due to the pandemic and so many people working from home over the past year, there are even more emails being sent. With this in mind, the topic of email etiquette has never been more relevant.… Read more…

It can be easy to view “branding” as an overused buzzword that doesn’t really have a fixed meaning. Whilst it may be thrown around during every meeting, it is incredibly important. Whether you’re a small start-up venture or a huge multinational company, branding can make or break a business. Branding is how you’re perceived by… Read more…

There are many approaches to improving a business but one that is often forgotten is staff morale. Most company owners will focus on marketing and sales but forget about their staff. It’s the employees who are the backbone of a business and morale can play a huge role in how things run. Research has found… Read more…