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The 5 Things I Wish Every New Company Director Knew

5 Things I Wish Every New Company Director Knew

When I first started my business, I wish someone had handed me a simple, straight-talking guide to running a limited company. Instead, I learned the hard way, by figuring things out as I went, making mistakes, and sometimes paying the price (literally).

It turns out, I wasn’t alone.
Most new company directors I meet, whether they’ve been in business for two months or two years, tell me they’ve never actually been shown the ropes. They love what they do, but unsure about things like:

  • How to pay themselves in the most tax-efficient way
  • What really counts as a business expense
  • Why their profit looks healthy, but their bank account doesn’t
  • What deadlines and responsibilities they actually have as a director
  • How to make decisions based on numbers, not guesswork

Those five things might not be the “flashy” parts of business, but they’re the foundations that keep everything running smoothly, and they make the difference between surviving and thriving.

As a local Bedford accountant, I see first-hand the impact that clarity and confidence with your numbers can have. It’s not about becoming an accountant yourself, it’s about knowing enough to make smart decisions, avoid surprises, and grow your business without constant stress.

That’s why I wrote The Director’s Handbook.
It truly is the book I wish I’d had on day one – a practical guide, without the jargon, that explains what you need to know (and what you can stop worrying about) as a company director.

If you’ve ever Googled accountants near me because you feel lost, or found yourself thinking “am I even doing this right?”, then this book is for you.

📚 The Director’s Handbook is available now on Kindle, and in paperback or hardback. It’s your pocket-sized business ally and one you’ll keep coming back to as your company grows.

👉 Grab your copy here

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