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Become an Accountant, See the World!

Become an Accountant, See the World!

Over the Xmas period, we did our usual round of social events – eating too much food, catching up with old friends, and meeting…

In good company (Abridged)

As you know, we work with a lot of start-ups and new businesses. This is a topic which causes some confusion. So time for…

Taking the Plunge

So, you’ve decided to be your own boss. Congratulations – seriously. People become self-employed at different stages in life, for different reasons. Some people…

Business Valuations

What’s it worth? As you know, we work with many business owners who are in the early years of their businesses. Quite often, their…

This Changes Everything- Part 2

  This changes everything – Part II So…. I’ve written about how the accounting profession serves its clients. Or, frankly, often fails to. I…

This Changes Everything

This changes everything: A world inspired by Steve Jobs – PART 1   Remember when the late Steve Jobs stood on that stage with…

From Start-up to Fast Growing Young Company

Growing pains If you’ve visited us in 2017, you’ll have noticed we’ve been under construction. Our landlord (a wonderful person and good friend) persuaded…

The Lure of the Dark Side

The lure of the Dark Side   So, I had lunch with a lawyer friend of mine today. The conversation turned to “Stuff we’ve…

From Zero to (Xero) Hero: Own your numbers!

From Zero to (Xero) Hero: Own your numbers! At Hawkins & Co., we’re proud to work with many young or start-up companies. We’re also…

Brexit Part II

So… last time I set the stage. Let’s get to what happened. Why the vote? All my adult life, “Europe” has been an open…