This month we are looking at the top 10 reasons for hiring a virtual PA, helping you become more effective and efficient.

We have also created a guide on how to work smarter not harder advising you how to make 2023 all about organisation, and helping you get your head space back on track.

Finally, we have looked into what qualities to look for when hiring an accountant and highlighting why an accountant is important all year and not just year-end.

Best wishes,

The Designated Team

Welcome to September’s edition of Designated Digest. With Summer coming to an end it has been great to enjoy some amazing weather before the final quarter of the year begins.

This month we are looking at the importance of understanding your customer journey and how it is essential for ensuring your business thrives.

We have also delved into the world of strategic business reviews, looking at how to build on your strengths, get all your team onboard and pinpoint weaknesses so you can adjust all aspects of your company to reach your business goals.

Finally, we have looked to distinguish the difference between accounting and bookkeeping to make it easier for you to decide what elements your business needs.

Best wishes,

The Designated Team

Hello! and welcome to our July edition!

In this months edition of Designated Digest, the sun is shining and everyone’s getting ready for the first Summer of restriction free travel, more importantly business seems to be booming for many of you, which is great to see!

This month we are looking at Neurodiverstiy and what that means in terms of the workplace. Embracing neurodiversity and understanding the needs of your employees can ensure all your staff can excel and work more effectively.

We also hear from one of our senior marketing managers on the skills to look for when hiring a marketing manager and they are more varied than you would usually think.

Finally we would like to introduce you to our management team here at Designated.

Best Wishes, 

Designated Team 

Hello! and welcome to our March edition!

In this month’s newsletter we kick off with diversity and inclusion and recruitment, looking at resources tools and techniques. Now more than ever, HR professionals need to demonstrate the ability to develop D&I strategies to attract, recruit and retain a diverse workforce.

We also take advice from our friends at Xero, on how to manage small business cash flow. Xero’s small business trends report shows that 60% of small business owners are worried about their household finances running low.

Then finally we look at the top social media trends for 2022, there may be some surprises in there!

A quick admin note – our newsletter is now going to be moving to a quarterly issue, ensuring we bring you the most valuable content and resources to your inbox.

Best Wishes, 

Designated Team