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How to calculate customer lifetime value
Have you ever wondered how to calculate customer lifetime value? Or what it even is? Above all CLV, as it is often called, measures how much a customer is worth to your business over the course of their relationship with you. Most importantly it considers all of the...
The impact of VAT registration on your business
So, what is the impact of VAT registration on your business. That is what I am looking at in podcast episode 127 of I Hate Numbers. There will be changes, and in the words of Charles F. Kettering “People are very open-minded about new things, as long...
What changes when you become VAT registered
If you're a business owner, it's important to understand What changes when you. In this video, we look at what happens when you become VAT registered, and how it changes you and your business. So, What changes when you become VAT registered? Firstly, your mindset...
How to use ratios to make financial judgements
Why should you use ratios to make financial judgements? Well, are you curious how well your business is doing financially? Or maybe you're looking to acquire or invest in a business and want to know what to look for? Ratios are a great way to judge a...
How to use Financial Ratio Analysis
How to use Financial Ratio Analysis is part of your Numbers tool kit. This is part of the tool kit used, the key ratios used by business owners, analysts, and investors. In this vlog I cover the four common areas used in financial ratio analysis, Firstly,...
Understanding and using financial ratios
There's no doubt that Using financial ratios in business are one of the most important tools that business owners have in their toolkit. By using financial ratios, you can get a better understanding of how your business is performing, and make...
Know your numbers and financial ratios
Know your numbers. Numbers are everywhere, and for the most part we just ignore them. As a result unless we're forced to pay attention to them when it comes time to do our taxes or budget for the month, numbers don’t seem interesting. Except they are if you become...
Measuring financial performance of your business
If you're a business owner, then Measuring your financial performance, keeping track of it is essential to your success. But do you know how to measure it? In this podcast I'll explain two important metrics for measuring your business's financial...
How to judge your financial performance
Knowing how to judge your financial performance can be tricky. Many factors come into play, and it's not always easy to know where you stand. In the words of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, “Action springs not from thought, but from a readiness for responsibility.” However, by...
Benefits of being financially accountable
If you're like most business owners, you think of being financially accountable as a necessary evil. It's something that you have to do, but it's not always fun or interesting. However, what if I told you that being financially accountable can actually...
How to Improve being Financially Accountable
Are you finding it difficult to stay Financially Accountable? You’re not sure where to start, or you feel like you're constantly falling behind. Don't worry, you're not alone! Improving your financial accountability is a process that takes time and effort. Don’t...
Achieving business success in 3 steps
Are you interested in achieving business success ? If so, read on ? Wonder no more! Today, I will discuss the three essential steps you need to take in order to achieve success. These three steps are summed up in the 3 As Firstly, Attitude Second, Approach,...
How to be successful
Who doesn’t want to know How to be successful? Most people think that in order to be successful in business, you need to be intelligent, have a lot of money, or know the right people. While these certainly don't hurt, there are other factors that are just as important...
Why Bookkeeping is important
If you're running a business, you need to need to factor in that Bookkeeping is Big Deal. Are you serious about your business and keeping on top of your finances? If your answer is yes, and I hope it is then keep track of your financial transactions. You may think...