Coffee in the Workplace: More Than Just a Morning Pick-Me-Up

The difference between instant coffee and properly brewed coffee in the workplace extends far beyond taste – it can significantly impact workplace culture, productivity, and client relationships. As businesses increasingly recognise the value of creating positive work environments, many are discovering that investing in quality coffee solutions offers surprising returns. Let’s address the elephant in … Read more

Building Your Path as a Social Media Influencer

Building Your Path as a Social Media Influencer

Social media influencers are individuals who have built a dedicated following on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, or LinkedIn through their expertise, authenticity, and engaging content in specific niches. These digital entrepreneurs can shape opinions, drive trends, and influence purchasing decisions of their followers, making them valuable partners for brands seeking to reach targeted audiences. … Read more

Making Your Day Work for You: Strategic Time Management

The way you start and structure your workday can dramatically impact your productivity and effectiveness. While it’s tempting to dive directly into your inbox each morning, this reactive approach often leaves you responding to others’ priorities rather than focusing on your own strategic goals. Begin your day by reviewing your priorities and planning your schedule … Read more

Managing Cash Flow: The Art of Smart Debt Collection

For small businesses, maintaining healthy cash flow isn’t just about making sales – it’s about ensuring you get paid for those sales. Effective debt management can mean the difference between thriving and merely surviving in today’s competitive business environment. The golden rule of debt management is immediate invoicing, and you should send your invoice upon … Read more

BUSINESS TIP : Recovering Unsaved Microsoft Office Documents

When Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, or Word close unexpectedly, your work isn’t necessarily lost. Here are a few pointers to help you recover your unsaved work: 1. AutoRecover Open the Office application Click File > Open Scroll down to “Recover Unsaved Documents” (Word), “Recover Unsaved Workbooks” (Excel), or “Recover Unsaved Presentations” (PowerPoint) … Read more

The IT 35476 Case

A case we’ve all had to deal with – please use this as a cautionary tale. SARS essentially has argued that a shareholder loan represents undeclared income to the shareholder. Key facts: Taxpayer has 19 or 20 companies, in which he is the sole shareholder and director, representing a mix of trading and property companies. … Read more

Tax News Round up May 2025

Filing season! The dates are out. For non provisional taxpayers on or before 20 October 2025; on or before 19 January 2026 if the return relates to a provisional taxpayer on or before 19 January 2026 if the return relates to a trust; or where accounts are accepted by the Commissioner in terms of section … Read more

Google Flights: Your Smart Travel Planning Tool

Google Flights is a powerful search engine that helps you find and book flights efficiently. Here’s how to use it effectively to plan your next international trip. Getting Started Start by visiting google.com/flights and enter your departure and arrival cities. Select your travel dates and specify whether you need a one-way or return flight. You’ll … Read more