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--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:media="http://www.rssboard.org/media-rss" version="2.0"><channel><title>Blog -              Cooper Curtis</title><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/</link><lastBuildDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:22:59 +0000</lastBuildDate><language>en-GB</language><generator>Site-Server v6.0.0-ee6eb1b0a7abceffbf499f2a4747227b6fb5faf4-310824 (http://www.squarespace.com)</generator><description><![CDATA[<p>We blog regularly about topical tax issues and developments in the industry. Please feel free to share our content and leave feedback.&nbsp;</p>]]></description><item><title>The power of working together </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:23:45 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/thepowerofworkingtogether</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:66964a0389ad8b691feda8df</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Working together means we have access to people who can assist us in many ways providing ideas or expertise extra capacity and help identify solutions to our greatest challenges. </p><p class="">Stress can happen when we do not have the necessary resources at our disposal to tackle the pressures we face. </p><p class="">Support that can motivate us to continue with the confidence when needed is a process. </p><p class="">When things are unclear, this creates anxiety and fears imagining worst case scenarios leading to poor decision making. It is important to remember that bumps in the road are situational and not a reflection on you.</p><p class="">An awareness of issues is not enough and we need to recognise the steps to take to make our plans come to fruition. </p><p class="">Ask yourself, who can help me out in this particular situation? What opportunities could I be missing out on? </p><p class="">Working together provides immediate insight into the issues and aids for better planning meetings keeping us grounded. </p><p class="">In our wealth planning meetings, strategic plans are built so we all know what’s going on and all the areas which need special attention. </p><p class="">To book a free confidential wealth check with me head to our website in the comments or message on linkedin. </p><p class="">hashtag#businessadvisor hashtag#momentum hashtag#businessfacilitation hashtag#businessinsight hashtag#businessadvice hashtag#businessconsultant hashtag#wealthcreation</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1721125422118-H48RLXUY1EGW72H34X7G/COOPERCURTISPRINT-39972.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1500" height="1000"><media:title type="plain">The power of working together</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>New Government, old government  </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:22:43 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/newgovermentoldgovernment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:669649978ba7810d75b77490</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Whatever happens on Thursday, there’s nothing much we as individuals can do to change the result. </p><p class="">However, there is something that we CAN do.</p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" class=""></p><p class="">Too often we don’t put our own personal estate under the microscope;- </p><p class="">• Can my business perform better?</p><p class="">• Are my property investments being carefully managed?</p><p class="">• Have I more succession plans for an earlier business exit than intended?</p><p class="">• Have I done any tax planning?</p><p class="">These are just some of the questions we address while dealing with your strategic planning. </p><p class="">Whatever happens this week, it’s time to plan your own future, not waiting for others too. </p><p class="">To book your free confidential wealth review with me, head to the Cooper Curtis website link in the comments box! </p><p class="">#businessadvisor #momentum #businessfacilitation #businessinsight #businessadvice #businessconsultant #wealthcreation</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1721125344827-NOGL9JBTF8KW2PNDA8VT/1720006169331.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="799"><media:title type="plain">New Government, old government </media:title></media:content></item><item><title>What’s in it for You?</title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:25:09 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/whats-in-it-for-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:666ac6c791d2391221fe05fc</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Ultimately, being in business is about wealth generation and lifestyle quality for you as the owner. <br><br>Annually reviewing your personal wealth plans as well as your personal goals, provides a great feeling of focus and control for you.<br><br>This is all part of our strategic reviews that we conduct with our clients.<br><br>To book your free confidential wealth review with me head to the Cooper Curtis website link in the comments box! <br> <br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvisor&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7206959878471335937">hashtag#businessadvisor</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=momentum&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7206959878471335937">hashtag#momentum</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessfacilitation&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7206959878471335937">hashtag#businessfacilitation</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessinsight&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7206959878471335937">hashtag#businessinsight</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvice&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7206959878471335937">hashtag#businessadvice</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessconsultant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7206959878471335937">hashtag#businessconsultant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=wealthcreation&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7206959878471335937">hashtag#wealthcreation</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1718274246470-87GNIXZA4NQYS83HKSB7/summer_water_archipelago_sunshine_sun_tree_boat_sail-604183.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="799"><media:title type="plain">What’s in it for You?</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Being Innovative  </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:25:19 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/beinginnovative</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:666736f2e7c45359f2b80a07</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Nothing stands still in life and this is very true in business.</p><p class="">Entrepreneurs who innovate typically achieve more in the long term than those who don’t.</p><p class="">Undertaking a creative but pragmatic view of areas of innovation in your business has great value.</p><p class="">This is all part of the strategic review that we can conduct with you.</p><p class="">Head to our website in the comments to book your online appointment with us.</p><p class="">#businessadvisor #momentum #businessfacilitation #businessinsight #businessadvice #businessconsultant #wealthcreation</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1718040307587-7S5WMVI4AYC04OQUG8UH/1717672303985.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="834"><media:title type="plain">Being Innovative </media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Your Wealth Creation Plan</title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 11:04:24 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/wealthcreationplan</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:664f227a7c366a0512edffe7</guid><description><![CDATA[<p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" class=""></p><p class="">At some stage you will want to exit your business and whether through a sale, withdrawing value over time or a succession plan, you will want to get the best returns for you after a lifetime of effort. </p><p class="">Planning for wealth creation helps you feel more in control of your long term aims.</p><p class="">We can help you with strategic reviews to get the right planning in place. </p><p class="">Head to our website in the comments to book your online appointment with us.</p><p class="">hashtag#businessadvisor hashtag#momentum hashtag#businessfacilitation hashtag#businessinsight hashtag#businessadvice hashtag#businessconsultant hashtag#wealthcreation</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1716462249005-JNJRRYPGOZA7MQJBNIO4/piggy_bank_money_savings_financial_economy_success_cash_company-688789.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="784"><media:title type="plain">Your Wealth Creation Plan</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Giving back</title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 11:38:16 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/givingback</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:6647414953aadd4abe6f84c0</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Sometimes, it’s good to have some time out from the day to day running of a business to do something totally outside your normal environment (or comfort factor!)<br><br>In 2018, I lost my wife to cancer and afterwards I felt that I wanted to help to improve the chances of future generations to recover from this dreadful disease which we know effects many families as well as my own.<br><br>Last year, I decided to take ½ day from my working week and also from my weekends, to work each week for a cancer charity where I could in my own small way, help make a difference.<br><br>I now enjoy helping out at my local Cancer Support Charity Shop, performing a multitude of new tasks that I have since learnt, such as working on a till or merchandising products for sale. All great fun but for such a good cause.<br><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=charity&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7196124605265133572">#charity</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=givingback&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7196124605265133572">#givingback</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=volunteering&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7196124605265133572">#volunteering</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1715945885237-VT22U8ZLIBQ48EC9D4O0/1715685198782.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1080" height="1920"><media:title type="plain">Giving back</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>In business, do we 'Maximise or Optimise' Profits to create our Wealth❓ </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 11:35:44 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/maximisevsoptimise</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:664740fdeceb152a52f828a7</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">After discussing this question with a colleague recently we came to this conclusion; </p><p class="">Plenty of business leaders concentrate on growing profits with no real target, hereby maximising their resources to their perceived limits. </p><p class="">Bur sometimes, we have to look at our own personal balance sheet (to use an accounting term!) first, to establish as to what wealth we really need to finance our lifestyles we lead or want to lead.</p><p class="">By optimising our businesses to achieve only our personal goals, we target only the profits we need, which is much more achievable and has a greater chance of actually happening. </p><p class="">Would you agree?</p><p class="">#optimisingvsmaximising</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1715945727199-GLQVLZXH4YY69EX3JEVA/photography-leaf-flower-pile-green-desktop-919601-pxhere.com.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1500" height="1000"><media:title type="plain">In business, do we 'Maximise or Optimise' Profits to create our Wealth❓</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Importance of a business strategy</title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 08:35:11 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/importanceofabusinessstrategy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:664321cd302f997b130bc111</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Articulating what’s the most important thing to you about being in business and having an up-to-date strategy with clear goals, is a key to entrepreneurial success. </p><p class="">In life, most successful people have recorded plans with specific outcomes, a road map with projects and actions to implement their plans that are reviewed at least annually.</p><p class="">#businessadvisor #accountant #momentum #accountant #businessfacilitation #businessinsight #businessadvice #businessconsultant</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1715675685057-90PSRVU9R3OP9HLDHKHR/chess_chess_board_black_play_white_tower_black_and_white-1025461.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="800"><media:title type="plain">Importance of a business strategy</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>You and Your Lifestyle</title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 09:27:00 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/youandyourlifestyle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:6617ac4bfa3d033d48730ee9</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">As a business owner, it’s healthy to periodically reflect on your current feelings and thoughts. It is all too easy to get carried away in the daily tasks and jobs requiring more in-depth thought to get further and further down the list. Sound familiar to you?</p><p class="">Here are some questions you can ask yourself in your next five free minutes;</p><p class="">1️⃣ Are you devoting enough time to yourself and the important things in your life? </p><p class="">2️⃣ Take some time to assess how you feel at the end of a working week or the start of a new week. Do you feel motivated and satisfied? </p><p class="">3️⃣  Are you happy with your current role in business, and can you confidently admit that you have a good work/life balance?</p><p class="">4️⃣ If you feel that you have achieved your value in life, are you fulfilled? Or are there voids to fill?</p><p class="">5️⃣ Do people value you in your business, and what would you like to change to make you feel valued and accomplished? </p><p class="">If you can confidently say yes to all these questions - well done! You are winning at life! 🙌 </p><p class="">Of course, if you are feeling stuck and need an experienced guide to make you MAKE time to address and get to the root of some of these questions, then chat with me. I want to hear from stressed and stuck business owners ready to turn uncomfortable worries into concise plans.</p><p class="">The answers to all these questions might not be entirely clear to you at the moment but these are some questions that we, as Client Advisors, need to ask to get a better understanding of where you believe you currently stand in life.</p><p class="">So how is it done?</p><p class="">From here we can see your state of play and develop with you a series of confidential high-level meetings using our revolutionary planning tools, making an action plan, over however long it takes, to address and improve your true work/life position. </p><p class="">Book your half an hour call with me in the comments and I will take you through our wealth accumulator report free of charge! (Worth £250) </p><p class="">#businessadvisor #accountant #momentum #accountant #businessfacilitation #businessinsight #businessadvice #businessconsultant</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1712827604659-FL8UMV4M0824NTHC2Q3N/wanderer_backpack_hike_away_path_mountain_hiking_hiking_adventure-934320.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="719"><media:title type="plain">You and Your Lifestyle</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>How secure is your Business?  </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:28:04 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/howsecureisyourbusiness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:660410a42e1e774746a9d80f</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">Today, I am looking at business security. <br><br>You may be most comfortable when feeling secure about:-<br><br>💠 the future<br>💠 having a business built on solid foundations<br>💠 a watertight support system<br><br>But what if you are, for example, feeling vulnerable or have concerns about taking key decisions right now?<br><br>Without taking the above to task and making efforts to minimise these risks, the concerns will always be present at the back of your mind.<br><br>My role as a Client Advisor is to formulate plans of action to mitigate or remove such worries, be they short or long-term. <br><br>During regular, one-to-one, completely confidential meetings, I will guide you on our focussed Wealth Accumulator Programme where you will receive carefully measured action points. With my continued guidance, you remain accountable for your own future. <br><br>Now is a great time to start this process 🎉 <br><br>To chat with me, please book a call through the link in the comments section. I can then prepare, with you, your confidential and personalised Assessment Report discovering gaps and vulnerabilities that are unique to you FREE OF CHARGE (worth £250!)<br><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=momentum&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7178724235832348676">#momentum</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7178724235832348676">#accountant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessfacilitation&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7178724235832348676">#businessfacilitation</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessinsight&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7178724235832348676">#businessinsight</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvice&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7178724235832348676">#businessadvice</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessconsultant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7178724235832348676">#businessconsultant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businesssecurity&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7178724235832348676">#businesssecurity</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1711542476597-X38G11HSMY8K6YMHLQXP/keys_keyring_vintage_antique_rustic_set_old_metal-1120499.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="899"><media:title type="plain">How secure is your Business? </media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Developing your financial independence and freedom</title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 11:55:20 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/Developing your financial independence and freedom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:6602b6e2a275e7582d803f6a</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">How important to you are the factors you employ to achieve your personal financial freedom?</p><p class="">Examples of these might be your Business Success/ Investments Strategy/Managing your personal expenditure/Risks Control.</p><p class="">◼ Have you looked forward in time?</p><p class="">◼ Thought about exiting your business in the future? </p><p class="">◼ How long before you start your planning for this? </p><p class="">◼ What about creating a rolling plan for your future?</p><p class="">My role as a Client Advisor is to look at all these issues with you, to help you make plans for the future, be they short or long term. </p><p class="">Now is a good time to start the process.</p><p class="">If you would like to chat with me about any of the above, book a call through the link in the comments section. I can then prepare, with you, your confidential personalised Assessment Report FREE OF CHARGE -The Best £250 you’ve never spent!</p><p class="">#momentum #accountant #businessfacilitation #businessinsight #businessresults #businessadvice #businessconsultant </p><p data-rte-preserve-empty="true" class=""></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1711454101605-LOHBCX4SZJ91XTAZ94II/mountain_lake_person_looking_enjoying_view_fog_turquoise_water-1058177.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1200" height="900"><media:title type="plain">Developing your financial independence and freedom</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Planning Success </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 13:46:02 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/planning-success-</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65f2ff6534a9522d602cd7fb</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">What will make your business more successful?<br><br>As we know, success is a process and not a one-off event.<br><br>You may already know of the SMARTER Goals analysis which are...<br><br>➡ &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Special -to you and that stretch you<br>➡ &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Measurable -clear, specific, focused and able to be monitored<br>➡ &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Actionable -where your actions make a difference<br>➡ &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Remember -you can achieve whatever you feel possible<br>➡ &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Time based-with a beginning and an end<br>➡ &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Evolving- changing and developing<br>➡ &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Recorded-so you know you mean it<br><br>My role as a facilitator is to guide you through the above process by asking questions to explore and clarify areas including establishing ‘What are your goals in business?’<br><br>If you would like to chat with me, book a call through the link in the comment section to complete our Assessment Report personalised to you free of charge.<br><br>Remember…. If you don’t know what you are doing…. By taking care…you could just get there!!<br><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=momentum&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7174036900888879105">#momentum</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7174036900888879105">#accountant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessfacilitation&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7174036900888879105">#businessfacilitation</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessinsight&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7174036900888879105">#businessinsight</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessresults&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7174036900888879105">#businessresults</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvice&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7174036900888879105">#businessadvice</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessconsultant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7174036900888879105">#businessconsultant</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1710423952175-KJSRQU8LOQ6MVA1FMLC7/Success-2081167.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1500" height="844"><media:title type="plain">Planning Success </media:title></media:content></item><item><title>How do I achieve my goals? </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:33:03 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/howdoiachievemygoals</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65f02edbfbfb562efc2680b7</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">We often hear people talking about wanting to achieve their goals.<br>We could see examples such as;<br><br>◻ Wanting to achieve £5m annual profits by say 2029;<br>◻ Build and then sell on my business for £10m;<br>◻ Retire with £10m in the bank;<br>◻ Needing to support the cost of further education for my children/grandchildren.<br><br>With one of these goals in mind, and by introducing structured strategic planning into your business, you can avoid chaotic progress by wasting resources taking too long and not providing any semblance of control. <br><br>It’s so much better having a measured plan of action with a road map to a subtly refining destination.<br><br>If you would like to discuss with us as to how we can assist you to work more efficiently towards your goal, find out more about our service and book an Affinity call. Link to book in the comment section below.<br><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=momentum&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7171505590811222017">hashtag#momentum</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7171505590811222017">hashtag#accountant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessfacilitation&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7171505590811222017">hashtag#businessfacilitation</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessinsight&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7171505590811222017">hashtag#businessinsight</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessresults&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7171505590811222017">hashtag#businessresults</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvice&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7171505590811222017">hashtag#businessadvice</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/png" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1710239546257-YN5T9JB9052QVVPVG01E/goals.png?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="267" height="189"><media:title type="plain">How do I achieve my goals?</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>20 years in business </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:17:01 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/20-years-in-business</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65cb4f7c0896f56c0cb1bfd2</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">It has actually been 20 years since I took the big step and started my own business. 🙌 🥂 </p><p class="">After recently reflecting on a time-lapse of the last two decades, I feel a sense of gratitude for good and sometimes turbulent times.</p><p class="">In a quiet moment this week, I contemplated with a cup of tea ☕ and jotted down some words of wisdom to fellow business owners; </p><p class="">⭐ Be supportive and very much a part of your clients progress.</p><p class="">⭐ Don’t hesitate to delegate and create a solid background team to share the load.</p><p class="">⭐ Every year brings new beginnings and opportunities to grasp.</p><p class="">⭐ Maintain focus and structure in your business.</p><p class="">⭐ Take regular breaks and holidays to help keep you motivated and refreshed. </p><p class="">⭐ Remember that your family will be around a lot longer than your business ever will.</p><p class="">Can you think of any more to add or tell us about a recent anecdote you heard that helped inspire YOU 🤩 ? I'd love to hear them in the comments! </p><p class="">PS Photo is of me recharging on holiday!</p><p class="">hashtag#momentum hashtag#accountant hashtag#businessfacilitation hashtag#businessinsight hashtag#businessresults hashtag#businessadvice</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1707823183829-ZKBCKOE9Y1YIKN7D9F0G/dJCdzQ6w.jpeg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1500" height="2667"><media:title type="plain">20 years in business </media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Finding Inspiration </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 13:06:30 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/findinginspiration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65bb97189bc27247bcb37655</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">I’ve been visiting the Isle of Mull now for the last 10 years. With its beautiful landscape and unique wildlife, it provides a sense of escapism and comfort. 🏖 🌲 🦅 </p><p class="">There is a beautiful simplicity and rawness about the island that leaves me captivated each time. I realise now maybe I visit repeatedly to seek out that feeling of being vulnerable and exposed to the elements. </p><p class="">Sometimes we have to take ourselves out of the normal conventions of life and experience vulnerabilities to invoke fresh ideas and put our feet back firmly on the ground. </p><p class="">I am very lucky in my job to be working with entrepreneurs who continue to push boundaries and boldly challenge the ordinary. What are your inspirations? Is it a family holiday, or a certain hobby? In what ways do you think this helps achieve your goals? </p><p class="">Let me know in the comments! 👀</p><p class="">#momentum #accountant #businessfacilitation #businessinsight #businessresults #businessadvice</p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1706792776882-7378KVSK0LTP8LLAT5IL/fEJbk9ug.jpeg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1500" height="844"><media:title type="plain">Finding Inspiration </media:title></media:content></item><item><title> Your best business investment? </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:12:39 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/-your-best-business-investment-</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65b24f70449edb132cfb37e9</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">I want to discuss getting the most from your Accountant. <br><br>You may agree that Accountants should be regarded as a business investment helping you to achieve results over a period of time.✔ <br><br>Looking at your pains and problems with you and helping find solutions 💡<br><br>Of course regular Management Accounts are key to this which can help define KPI’S and encourage greater business decisions. <br><br>Or, you may be looking for a potential business exit and looking to shape your business into a saleable unit over 3-5 years.<br><br>Yes, you can still pay for a business coach AND an Accountant, but why?<br>We advise around your numbers 🔍After all, we are in the numbers game and can interpret these for you to act upon now.<br><br>We can help you with all this, including looking after your Accounts and Taxes, for less than the cost of you employing a junior clerk❕<br><br>Interested in having a chat?<br><br>📢 Book your discovery call through the link in the comment section.<br><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=momentum&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7156255920631533569">hashtag#momentum</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7156255920631533569">hashtag#accountant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessfacilitation&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7156255920631533569">hashtag#businessfacilitation</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessinsight&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7156255920631533569">hashtag#businessinsight</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessresults&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7156255920631533569">hashtag#businessresults</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvice&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7156255920631533569">hashtag#businessadvice</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1706184748644-5N6LFYITTZT949WW12W2/1706184367007.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="728" height="489"><media:title type="plain"> Your best business investment? </media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Not just about the numbers ✍ </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 09:27:29 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/not-just-about-the-numbers-</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65aa4045bc01f975c66dc920</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">It’s difficult for numbers to tell a story. Yes, they may tell you if a business has made money historically but there are so many contributing factors to get to that point. How does a business owner interpret this information beneficially? <br><br>How can we possibly turn these end-of-year totals into a beginning, middle and end? There is no commentary, no discussions, no interpretation, no nothing. You can't tell a story can you? 🤔 <br><br>And you can't make that real connection with numbers because they are… just numbers. 🤷‍♂️ <br><br>Without that connection, there’s no room for ideas, ingenuity, or brainstorming, you miss opportunities due to conforming everything to a narrow field of view for no other reason than ‘something that has to be done each year’ and you grudgingly pay that monthly nominal fee. <br><br>But this isn't how it should be, in our opinion. It shouldn't be about ‘a year end figure’ and instantaneously forgotten. It should be about providing a service for the now, in real time, sharing stories, and providing a sound board. 💡 <br><br>Going on a journey with a team that you are Accountable to. A team that shows up and is proud to be part of your business story.<br><br>Come and be accountable to us. Book your discovery call through the link in the comment section.<br><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=momentum&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7153721030987984896">hashtag#momentum</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7153721030987984896">hashtag#accountant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessfacilitation&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7153721030987984896">hashtag#businessfacilitation</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessinsight&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7153721030987984896">hashtag#businessinsight</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessresults&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7153721030987984896">hashtag#businessresults</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvice&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7153721030987984896">hashtag#businessadvice</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountabilityinaction&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7153721030987984896">hashtag#accountabilityinaction</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1705656441789-OHMSZZR4L7S38F2R5P7T/1705580002154.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="1500" height="998"><media:title type="plain">Not just about the numbers ✍</media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Accountability in Action  </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 09:26:13 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/accountability-in-action-</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65aa4014a6ca14786259a966</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">i joined a local health program last year to get fitter and, as a bonus, lose a bit of weight after many unsuccessful attempts. I am weighed weekly by my program fitness coach in front of the class. 😮 <br><br>By taking regular exercise and making better food choices, to my delight, over a period of weeks, it worked and is still working 12 months on!<br><br>But why did it work this time after so many attempts to get fitter in the past?<br> <br>The difference is that I am accountable to my fitness coach for my own health and also I don’t want to let my classmates down! <br><br>I similarly see success happen when business owners are prepared to be accountable to me for their actions in trying to build a better business over a period of years.<br><br>Do you have any stories to share about how being accountable to someone outside of the business has worked for you?<br><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=momentum&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7151217434660671488">hashtag#momentum</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountant&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7151217434660671488">hashtag#accountant</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessmentor&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7151217434660671488">hashtag#businessmentor</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessinsight&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7151217434660671488">hashtag#businessinsight</a><br> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessresults&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7151217434660671488">hashtag#businessresults</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=businessadvice&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7151217434660671488">hashtag#businessadvice</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=accountabilityinaction&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7151217434660671488">hashtag#accountabilityinaction</a></p>]]></description><media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2/1705656340525-6RQ59JU30E9157FNVQ6E/sport-gym-dumbbell-preview.jpg?format=1500w" medium="image" isDefault="true" width="728" height="546"><media:title type="plain">Accountability in Action </media:title></media:content></item><item><title>Merry Christmas  </title><dc:creator>Brian &amp; Caroline</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:30:26 +0000</pubDate><link>https://www.coopercurtis.co.uk/blog/merry-christmas-</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5551df50e4b0b7c50bc0c8a2:5554877de4b0f38a997d3786:65842efa6e6be81769054277</guid><description><![CDATA[<p class="">We would like to thank all of our clients and followers for their support over 2023.</p><p class="">We hope that 2024 is a prosperous one and look forward to continuing to help entrepreneurs make their business goals a reality by providing an Accountable solution.</p><p class="">We would like to wish all our connections a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!</p>





















  
  














































  

    
  
    

      

      
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