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How Better Pricing Decisions Can Protect Profit in Uncertain Markets

10th August 2026

We here at J McEvoy understand that pricing is one of the most important decisions any business owner makes. In uncertain markets, where costs fluctuate, customer behaviour changes, and competition can become more intense, getting your pricing strategy right is essential. While many businesses focus…

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Why Every Irish SME Should Regularly Review Its Working Capital Strategy

10th August 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that one of the clearest indicators of a financially healthy business is not simply its level of profit, but how effectively it manages its working capital. Many Irish SMEs devote significant attention to increasing turnover, winning new customers and improving profitability,…

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Top 5 Areas Where Growing SMEs Lose Money Without Realising It

7th August 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that one of the greatest financial challenges facing growing SMEs is not always a lack of sales, but the gradual loss of profit through small inefficiencies that often go unnoticed. As businesses expand, operations become more complex, teams become larger and day to day activi…

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How Better Financial Planning Helps Businesses Manage Uncertainty

6th August 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that uncertainty is an unavoidable part of running a business. Markets change, customer demand fluctuates, operating costs rise and economic conditions can shift quickly. While no business can predict every challenge it will face, every business can improve how prepared it is…

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The Financial Warning Signs Every Growing Business Should Monitor

5th August 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that growth is something every business owner strives for, although expansion can also introduce new financial risks. Rising sales, new customers, and increasing demand often create the impression that everything is moving in the right direction. However, businesses that grow…

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The Hidden Cost of Delaying Investment in Business Systems

5th August 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that one of the most common reasons businesses become less efficient over time is not a lack of effort or ambition, but a reluctance to invest in the systems that support growth. Many SME owners delay upgrading software, replacing outdated processes or introducing automation b…

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Why Healthy Cash Flow Matters More Than Record Sales

4th August 2026

We here at J McEvoy understand that many business owners naturally focus on increasing sales. Strong turnover is an important sign of growth, although it does not always reflect the true financial health of a business. A company can enjoy record sales while facing serious cash flow pressures that ma…

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Why Strong Cash Reserves Give SMEs a Competitive Advantage

4th August 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that one of the greatest strengths any SME can develop is a healthy cash reserve. Many business owners naturally focus on increasing sales, improving profitability and expanding their customer base. While these are all important objectives, businesses with strong cash reserves…

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Top 5 Financial Warning Signs Your Business Is Becoming Too Reactive

3rd August 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that successful businesses are built on informed planning rather than constant reaction. Every business faces unexpected challenges from time to time, but when reacting to problems becomes the normal way of operating, financial performance often begins to suffer. Decisions bec…

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Top 5 Things Revenue Looks for When Reviewing an Irish SME’s VAT Returns

31st July 2026

Top 5 Things Revenue Looks for When Reviewing an Irish SME’s VAT Returns
At J McEvoy we believe that VAT deserves far more respect than it typically receives. For many SME owners, the bi-monthly VAT return is a routine chore, completed quickly and forgotten just as fast. Yet VAT is one of the areas…

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