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Top 5 Signs Your Business Is Growing Faster Than Your Management Information

22nd July 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that growth is one of the most exciting stages in the life of any business, but it also brings new challenges. As turnover increases, teams expand and operations become more complex, business owners need better information to make informed decisions. Unfortunately, many SMEs c…

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Hiring in 2026: The Full Financial Cost of a New Employee Beyond the Salary

22nd July 2026

Here is the hiring article redone with all source references removed.
Hiring in 2026: The Full Financial Cost of a New Employee Beyond the Salary
At J McEvoy we believe that hiring is one of the most important investments any SME will ever make, and like every investment, it deserves an honest calcu…

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The Hidden Tax Cost of Poor Record Keeping: Why Revenue Penalties Are Avoidable

21st July 2026

The Hidden Tax Cost of Poor Record Keeping: Why Revenue Penalties Are Avoidable
We here at J McEvoy believe that few business costs are as frustrating as the avoidable ones, and penalties for poor record keeping sit firmly in that category. Every euro paid to Revenue in fines, interest or settlement…

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Why the Most Successful SMEs Review Their Business Model More Often Than Their Competitors

20th July 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that one of the biggest differences between businesses that continue to grow and those that eventually lose momentum is how often they step back and question the way they operate. Many SME owners spend most of their time serving customers, managing staff and solving day-to-day…

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Top 5 Cash Flow Questions Every Irish SME Should Be Asking Before Year End

20th July 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that the weeks before year end are among the most valuable in the entire financial calendar. This is the moment when business owners still have time to act, rather than simply record what happened. Cash flow sits at the centre of that opportunity. A business can be profitable…

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The Hidden Risks of Growing Without Regular Financial Health Checks

17th July 2026

The Hidden Risks of Growing Without Regular Financial Health Checks
At J McEvoy we believe that growth without regular financial health checks is a little like driving faster without ever glancing at the dashboard. The journey may feel exciting, and for a while everything may appear to be going well…

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How Strong Financial Processes Create More Resilient Businesses

16th July 2026

How Strong Financial Processes Create More Resilient Businesses
We here at J McEvoy believe that resilience is one of the most valuable qualities any business can possess, and that it is built long before it is ever tested. When economic conditions tighten, when a major customer is lost or…

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How Weak Cost Recovery Can Quietly Reduce Business Profit

15th July 2026

At J McEvoy we believe one of the most overlooked threats to profitability is not a lack of sales, but a failure to recover the true cost of delivering products and services. Many SME owners focus on winning new business, increasing turnover and maintaining customer relationships, yet give far less…

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Why Every Irish SME Should Review Its Cost Base Before Planning for Growth

15th July 2026

At J McEvoy we believe that the best growth plans begin not with ambition, but with understanding. Before any business commits to hiring, expanding premises, launching new services or entering new markets, it should have a clear and honest picture of its existing cost base. Growth built on top of an…

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The Financial Impact of Taking on the Wrong Type of Customer

14th July 2026

The Financial Impact of Taking on the Wrong Type of Customer
At J McEvoy we believe that not all revenue is equal. In the pursuit of growth, many SMEs operate on the assumption that every new customer is a good customer. Sales targets are met, turnover rises and the order book looks health…

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