Archive for January 2022
Keeping your business cash liquid – the difference between cash flow and profit
The Upton Ryan team know that the foundational goal of any business is to make a profit. As a business owner, that’s one of your key financial aims – to make enough sales, at a big enough margin, to generate profit from your enterprise. But how does profit differ from cash flow? And why is…
Read MoreHow to improve your procurement spending
The Upton Ryan team are acutely aware that one of your biggest areas of business expenditure will be buying the goods and services that are needed for the company to operate. Whether these are raw materials, wholesale goods or cloud services, you need someone to be in control of this procurement process. Managing your procurement…
Read MoreFour steps to social media success for your business
We at Upton Ryan know that social media marketing can be a compelling way to solidify branding, create quality leads, and drive sales. Or it can be a time-wasting chore that doesn’t represent your brand in the marketplace and doesn’t connect with your customers. With a clear strategy and strong follow-through, it can help humanise…
Read MoreHappy customers, happy bottom line for your business
We understand at Upton Ryan that If customers are unhappy, they’ll leave you for one of your competitors. If they’ve had a poor experience or been treated badly, some will go as far as making a scene on social media or leaving a bad business review to warn others. Customer satisfaction is important to any…
Read MoreAre You Suffering from Business Burnout?
The Upton Ryan team know that the last two years have been demanding and exhausting for many business owners. Are you one of them? The challenges have been relentless, and we know many small business owners have had to navigate unprecedented demands because of the pandemic and related government regulations. The most important step is…
Read MoreTime to Review 2021 and Plan for 2022!
The Upton Ryan team know that the beginning of a new calendar year is an excellent time to review the year just finished and reflect on what worked for your business, what didn’t and what you’d like to change along with any new things you’d like to implement. Planning and goal setting will help provide…
Read More5 goal-setting tips for the year for your business
Wouldn’t it be great to have your best year ever, this year? That is what we at Upton Ryan want for your business. Whether you want to grow your business or take more time for yourself, these goal-setting tips from the Upton Ryan team can help you achieve your long-term plans. Think big! – What…
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