Out and about I am about on social networks mainly for marketing purposes. At least that was how it was in the beginning. However, having built relationships on-line, some become friendships on-line or off-line. I enjoy discussions in various forums, whether business or social. I like to express my opinion., otherwise why would I take…
Monthly Archives: July 2012
The writer of letters
The writing habit Quite a lot of my work involves writing. I write to clients, and I write to tax authorities and I write to service providers on behalf of my clients. I write articles and I write web content. Sometimes my work involves presenting arguments. I have had a lot of practice arguing…
Amateur emails addresses and unbusinesslike appearance
Starting in business we are eager to get our telephone number found and to have all lines of communication open. After all, what we need is customers, and if no one can contact us we will not get any. Right at the start we will put our email address in the local magazine or newspaper….
Low value clients
When you start out in business for yourself and are providing a service, there is a temptation to take on any client thinking it is all grist to the mill. Each new client will bring in a bit more money. I have been there myself and made mistakes. Part of reason for this blog is…
Shops and the personal touch
Times are changing There is no question that shopping has moved on in the last couple of decades. It has moved to out-of-town retail parks and it has moved on-line. As a result, many shop premises in the UK are empty, and the owners of those shops that remain are struggling with their businesses,…
Last chance to buy! Last chance to register!
Do you get those annoying emails saying either of the above? How often can you remember having had a previous email offering you the same opportunity? You probably didn’t. The sender is trying to make you think you are going to miss out on a special offer if you don’t get right in there now…
Mind control? It’s your business.
Mind your own business The great thing about having a business is that it really is your business. How you run it is your business too. Now I am assuming that you will know when you need advice from someone like me. All good business owners should know when they need help, and there…
Getting out of our depth in business
A raging storm As I write this there has been a furore about certain wealthy or high-earning celebrities who have been involved in tax avoidance schemes in the UK. The furore is because of anger that these rich and successful people are seen to be paying to the Government less than their “fair share”…
Plumbing the depths and ruining a business reputation
Less than professional While I am talking about reputations, which I was the other day, have you noticed the comment threads on some of the professional websites? Often one can have a perfectly well-chosen and appropriate piece ultimately damaged by some very stupid comments. What seems to happen is that initially there will be…
Monthly Archives: July 2012
Do I deserve to be whipped?
Out and about I am about on social networks mainly for marketing purposes. At least that was how it was in the beginning. However, having built relationships on-line, some become friendships on-line or off-line. I enjoy discussions in various forums, whether business or social. I like to express my opinion., otherwise why would I take…
The writer of letters
The writing habit Quite a lot of my work involves writing. I write to clients, and I write to tax authorities and I write to service providers on behalf of my clients. I write articles and I write web content. Sometimes my work involves presenting arguments. I have had a lot of practice arguing…
Amateur emails addresses and unbusinesslike appearance
Starting in business we are eager to get our telephone number found and to have all lines of communication open. After all, what we need is customers, and if no one can contact us we will not get any. Right at the start we will put our email address in the local magazine or newspaper….
Low value clients
When you start out in business for yourself and are providing a service, there is a temptation to take on any client thinking it is all grist to the mill. Each new client will bring in a bit more money. I have been there myself and made mistakes. Part of reason for this blog is…
Shops and the personal touch
Times are changing There is no question that shopping has moved on in the last couple of decades. It has moved to out-of-town retail parks and it has moved on-line. As a result, many shop premises in the UK are empty, and the owners of those shops that remain are struggling with their businesses,…
Last chance to buy! Last chance to register!
Do you get those annoying emails saying either of the above? How often can you remember having had a previous email offering you the same opportunity? You probably didn’t. The sender is trying to make you think you are going to miss out on a special offer if you don’t get right in there now…
Mind control? It’s your business.
Mind your own business The great thing about having a business is that it really is your business. How you run it is your business too. Now I am assuming that you will know when you need advice from someone like me. All good business owners should know when they need help, and there…
Getting out of our depth in business
A raging storm As I write this there has been a furore about certain wealthy or high-earning celebrities who have been involved in tax avoidance schemes in the UK. The furore is because of anger that these rich and successful people are seen to be paying to the Government less than their “fair share”…
Plumbing the depths and ruining a business reputation
Less than professional While I am talking about reputations, which I was the other day, have you noticed the comment threads on some of the professional websites? Often one can have a perfectly well-chosen and appropriate piece ultimately damaged by some very stupid comments. What seems to happen is that initially there will be…
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Jon Stow Consulting Tax Blog
- HMRC targets property rentals
- Business tax and snake oil schemes
- Income tax issues with ownership of rental properties
- Capital tax issues with ownership of rental properties
- Urgent – Important changes to tax treatment of Furnished Holiday Lettings losses
- A brief tax guide to buying and selling family and owner-managed companies
- Furnished Holiday Lettings – the latest news
- Jon Stow’s Ezine Articles
- Why Customer Service is Important Even to Those Who Are Not Customers Yet
- Why Quality is Important - Lessons From BMW
- Why We Need to Take an Outside View in Business
- Avoid False Economies in Business - Seeing Value Over Cost
- Why a Business Plan is Not Just For the Bank
- Why We Need Need to Respect the Feelings of Our Prospects and Clients
- Responsibility and Leading From the Front
- Networking - The Folly of Hunting Rather Than Farming
- Networking is a Long Game
- How to Avoid Giving Free Advice
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HMRC bid to wind up Southend United again http://t.co/2swTuIQd07
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Intuit’s lack of cloud smarts is painful http://t.co/dSoTX1NBKq
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@jpointon You are doubly welcome, John.
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Cameron Isn't Redefining Marriage, He's Wrecking It http://t.co/cJX8OoIIZc via @HuffPostUKPol /I avoid politics but this isn't politics.
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- Jon Stow Consulting Tax Blog
- HMRC targets property rentals
- Business tax and snake oil schemes
- Income tax issues with ownership of rental properties
- Capital tax issues with ownership of rental properties
- Urgent – Important changes to tax treatment of Furnished Holiday Lettings losses
- A brief tax guide to buying and selling family and owner-managed companies
- Furnished Holiday Lettings – the latest news
- Jon Stow’s Ezine Articles
- Why Customer Service is Important Even to Those Who Are Not Customers Yet
- Why Quality is Important - Lessons From BMW
- Why We Need to Take an Outside View in Business
- Avoid False Economies in Business - Seeing Value Over Cost
- Why a Business Plan is Not Just For the Bank
- Why We Need Need to Respect the Feelings of Our Prospects and Clients
- Responsibility and Leading From the Front
- Networking - The Folly of Hunting Rather Than Farming
- Networking is a Long Game
- How to Avoid Giving Free Advice
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HMRC bid to wind up Southend United again http://t.co/2swTuIQd07
-
Intuit’s lack of cloud smarts is painful http://t.co/dSoTX1NBKq
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@jpointon You are doubly welcome, John.
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Cameron Isn't Redefining Marriage, He's Wrecking It http://t.co/cJX8OoIIZc via @HuffPostUKPol /I avoid politics but this isn't politics.