Leadership & Mindset

From the Village to the Boardroom: Why Every Business Needs a Support Network

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Slide reading ‘Who’s in Your Business Village?’ from a video on building business support networks.

Growing a business isn’t a solo act. From VAs to accountants, this post explores the power of building your own village — and why no business owner should go it alone

Sole Trader vs Limited Company — Which is Better for Tax?

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A split screen showing a confident businesswoman at a desk on one side (representing a Sole Trader) and a small team around a meeting table on the other (representing a Limited Company).

Choosing between a Sole Trader and a Limited Company affects your tax, liability, and business structure. This guide breaks down the pros and cons, tax rules, and how to decide what’s right for you.

About Me

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Dora Ngoma, Chartered Accountant at Grace Certified Accountants, helping self-employed clients and landlords prepare for Making Tax Digital.

From a childhood bakery in Zambia to founding a modern UK accountancy firm, Dora Ngoma shares the story behind Grace Certified Accountants — and why people come first.

Engaging With the Next Generation at a School Careers Day

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A careers day speaker presenting to students at Adeyfield Academy, with a Grace Certified Accountants slide on screen

How do we prepare the next generation for self-employment and business ownership? I spoke to sixth formers about entrepreneurship, tax, and choosing the right Accountant.

It Takes a Village to Raise a Child — But What About a Business?

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A baby sitting on her great-grandmother’s lap, surrounded by her grandmother, mother, and great-aunt — four generations of strong Zambian women

Running a business can feel lonely — but it shouldn’t be. Just like raising a child takes a village, building a successful business takes a strong support network. Here’s why you need one, and who should be in yours