News & Views

The latest information regarding Steer Your Business activities as well as small business articles of interest.

Kevin Artlett

The Sales Invoice

In the last edition, I referred to the sales invoice, and the main focus in this column will be to examine the importance and purpose of the invoice and to look at ways in which the design and content says something about your business. First and foremost, the invoice is a vital legal document. For […]

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What is a Resilient Leader? 

The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) – a worldwide federation of national standards bodies – defines resilience as: ‘The ability of a business to absorb and adapt in a changing environment to enable it to deliver its objectives and to survive and prosper.’  Quite simply, Resilience is the ability to learn from your setbacks and […]

Sara Sheppard

Lasting Powers Of Attorney

As a business owner, it is crucial to have a plan in place to ensure that your affairs are managed effectively and efficiently if you become incapacitated or unable to make decisions. One essential document to consider is a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). In this article, we will explore the importance of LPAs for […]

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Get Your Brand Together: Why You Need a Business Coach to Make Your Personal Brand Stand Out 

So, you’ve decided to start your own business. You have a great idea, some funding, and a passion for what you’re doing. But there’s just one problem: your personal brand is a mess.  Maybe you’ve been trying to do everything yourself, or maybe you’re just not sure where to start. Either way, a business coach […]

Joanne Parker

Are You Regularly Updating Your Messaging?

Never before has clear, concise communication been so important.   After years of turmoil, mixed messages and confusion, I think we all crave honesty, clarity and transparency.   It is good to look internally at the communication you are putting out from your business and check that it is fit-for-purpose and appropriate to the current climate.   We […]

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Do I need a shareholder agreement? 

A business relationship contract will help manage and regulate the relationship between the owners of a business. As well as recording some formal information, this agreement sets out the rules of engagement between the parties, what each expects from the other, what should happen in certain circumstances e.g., bankruptcy, death, breach of contract, rules regarding […]