Starting your business the positive way: A guide to successfully starting and running a small business

By Anna Barwick

This book covers the main questions new business owners typically want answers to when starting out, but often find difficult to get information about.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Anna Barwick
• Release date: Sep 1, 2021
• ISBN: 9781739969219

Anna Barwick

Anna started her career as an award winning Chartered Certified Accountant in the South of England. She spent many years as Finance Director and co-owner of a multi-million pound industrial company before setting up her own accountancy practice to help small businesses to succeed and prosper. This book contains the main subjects she finds new business owners typically ask her about when they first start working together.

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Starting your business the positive way

Starting your business the positive way

Starting your business the positive way

A guide to successfully starting and running a small business

Anna Barwick

Anna Barwick

Contents

DISCLAIMER

1 FOREWORD

2 INTRODUCTION

3 WHY START YOUR OWN BUSINESS?

4 SELF-EMPLOYED OR COMPANY?

5 FUNDING THE BUSINESS

6 OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

7 TAXES

8 BUSINESS PLANNING

9 EMPLOYING STAFF AND PAYING YOURSELF

10 BOOK-KEEPING, BUDGETING/FORECASTING AND ACCOUNTING

11 MARKETING AND BRANDING

12 THE RIGHT MINDSET

CONCLUSION

DISCLAIMER

Disclaimer: The information provided in this book is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented. The information and/or documents contained in this book do not constitute legal or financial advice and should never be used without first consulting with a financial professional to determine what may be best for your individual needs.

The publisher and the author do not make any guarantee or other promise as to any results that may be obtained from using the content of this book. You should never make any business or investment decision without first consulting with your own financial advisor or accountants and conducting your own research and due diligence. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the publisher and the author disclaim any and all liability in the event any information, commentary, analysis, opinions, advice and/or recommendations contained in this book prove to be inaccurate, incomplete or unreliable, or result in any investment or other losses.

Content contained or made available through this book is not intended to and does not constitute legal advice, financial advice, or investment advice and no attorney-client relationship is formed. The publisher and the author are providing this book and its contents on an as is basis. Your use of the information in this book is at your own risk.

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FOREWORD

What a brilliantly rounded starter book for anyone thinking of setting out on their own in business. If you have already ventured forth, it can only assist you on your journey to success with some helpful self analysis tips too.

I particularly love how Anna gives an overview of everything to consider in business, explaining all the aspects simply and clearly with some really important do’s and don’ts.

I’ve witnessed many people’s businesses fail due to cash flow problems and no forward business planning, or even an understanding of where their business is ‘at’ on a regular basis. This book will empower you to do your best to avoid these potential pitfalls.

Anna also includes the importance of a positive and success mindset. I cannot recommend working on this enough and being mindful of any thoughts and beliefs that may block your path to success. I personally know two former dragons from the tv series Dragons’ Den and they have both said to me independently that one of the reasons entrepreneurs fail is due to their negative and self limiting beliefs.

Everyone deserves to be happy and successful in all aspects of their lives and if you’re a budding or existing entrepreneur then Starting Your Business The Positive Way is a must-read.

Sue Stone

Author, speaker and transformational leader

TV Secret Millionaire

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INTRODUCTION

When I originally qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant I was always attracted to working in industry and the opportunity to be involved with a company, rather than just their financial aspects.

After becoming involved with an industrial company as finance director and co-owner, I spent over 25 years actively involved in all aspects of growing this company and seeing it flourish into a multimillion pound business before selling it to a large group.

I decided to put my experience to good use by setting up a small accountancy practice dedicated to helping small businesses and start-ups become more efficient and successful. It was at this point that I realised how little practical and straightforward advice there is for those considering, and taking the first steps to, setting up their own business.

This guide is intended to help those of you that are wondering if