Our amazing office administrator, Sophie Grammer, left us in May to have her second baby. Congratulations to Sophie and her family on welcoming another beautiful baby boy, Quintin Isaac Grammer who was born on 16th May, weighing 3.9kgs. We welcomed the very capable and organised Nicki Patrick to Q2 in… Read More
Continue ReadingQ2 Ltd recently joined the Sustainable Business Network (SBN). Attending my first SBN breakfast last week was interesting, each member is encouraged to make a sustainability commitment pledge. Q2 joined SBN to support the work they do, as well as learn more about how Q2 can make a difference. Q2… Read More
Continue ReadingA balance sheet is also known as a ‘statement of financial position’ because it provides a snapshot of your assets and liabilities – and therefore net worth – at a single point in time. Regardless of terminology, many business owners neglect to review their balance sheet. This is a tragedy waiting to… Read More
Continue ReadingWith 31 March fast approaching use Q2’s Checklist to ensure the next financial year launches smoothly and your goals are achieved: Management & Leadership Strategic plan in writing for next 12 months? Organisational structure with reporting lines and accountabilities defined? Job descriptions and KPIs in place for all team members?… Read More
Continue ReadingBoth IQ (relative intelligence), and EQ (emotional intelligence) are important for business success, but so is FQ (financial intelligence). Q2 Ltd define FQ as “knowing, understanding, and acting on your numbers”. The following are 10 reasons why business owners need Financial Intelligence: Garbage in, garbage out – just pushing a… Read More
Continue ReadingSMEs offer different products and services, but usually face similar challenges. Q2’s success strategies apply to all SMEs, regardless of size, industry, or life cycle stage. 1. A Business Plan Q2 encourage all businesses to have a “one page” business plan that covers purpose, vision, what they want to achieve… Read More
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