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Here are some other quick tips to ensure your invoicing process is as seamless as possible

• Include all details: Include your purchase order (PO) number as well as the regular information such as company number, address and VAT number.
• Send your invoice to the right person: While it may seem obvious, there is a chance the person who employed you for the work isn't the one who pays the bills. Therefore always ask for the relevant person to invoice.
• Check your format: Most people accept PDFs but Word documents are usually returned, due to their editable nature.
• Keep accurate records. It's very easy to forget the exact time and materials that go into completing a specific job. Keeping clear records helps you invoice (and be paid for) the correct amount.

Finding your niche is important as it can supply you with the revenue you need. More and more business owners are realising the importance of finding a narrow set of clients and targeting both their products/services and marketing to them. In doing this, you can focus all your efforts on being great at a few set things, instead of being average at many. But how do you find this ideal demographic? The following will tell you how to get started in finding a good niche.

Business owners often learn the hard way that in today's global operating environment, the potential for risks to occur is increasing dramatically.It only takes one trial by fire for owners to recognise the importance of basing their decisions on both the risks and rewards it will bring.

Accountants and bookkeepers see numbers as a way into a deeper discussion. Not just about financial mistakes or decisions made, but also the hidden barriers to our client's success and how they can be broken.

Whether they are a recent graduate, new to the field or changing occupations, many people feel a sense of urgency when looking for a job, preferring to find one sooner than later. They don't have time to search through countless ads with vague descriptions that may not match their skill set.

Experience is what makes good management. While a course can teach you the theory, there is nothing better than day to day practice in managing staff and their issues. Not only will this create a happy and productive workforce  but it will give you a head start in the approach and respect you have for your employees.

According to the Harvard Business Review up to 80% of employee turnover is as a result of bad decisions made in regards to hiring. However few businesses and owners actually stop to think whether it is their recruitment process causing these problems and turning away potential employees. If your recruitment strategies include any of the following it may be time to rethink them:

To attract new clients, small business owners may want to look at advertising online. One technique they can adopt is blogging online.

Blogging allows you to share your expertise and attract with potential customers, as well as increase your web traffic and brand awareness. Programs small business owners can use for blogging include WordPress and Blogger, both of which are free.

Your business name is one of the most important decisions you will make as a small business owner. A good name can generate the perception of integrity, professionalism and/or value for money. However, a poorly chosen name could ward off potential new clients, and give the impression that your business is pointless or even offensive.

When you're reviewing your investments, it's important to remember that income and returns come from two main sources, Capital Gains and Interim Income.