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The Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Benefits of Attending Careers Events at Schools and Colleges : Cameron Petch and Emma HarrisonWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. Lanyon Bowdler are invited to attend lots of careers events at schools and colleges. In this episode, Learning and Development Manager Emma Harrison chats with Solicitor Apprentice Cameron Petch. They talk about the variety of events from having a stand in a school hall to mock interviews and skills workshops. Cameron shares the best events he...2025-07-2117 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantEP15 Avoiding the Trap of Growing Broke: Sustainable Business Growth StrategiesIn this episode of the Business BFF podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant, discusses a common but sneaky issue faced by many growth-minded business owners: growing broke. Despite increasing sales, client lists, and team sizes, many business owners find themselves struggling with profits. Emma identifies four primary reasons for this phenomenon: outdated pricing, absorbing rising costs without adjusting prices, forgotten subscriptions, and reinvestment without clear ROI. She offerspractical tips for sustainable growth, including rebuilding pricing structures, conducting regular money audits, understanding cash conversion cycles, and updating service packages. The episode emphasises the importance of maintaining strong...2025-07-1815 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukBreaking the Mould - Training to be a Solicitor via the Apprenticeship Route : Cameron Petch and Emma HarrisonWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode, Solicitor Apprentice Cameron Petch talks to Emma Harrison. Cameron is redefining what it means to work in law without taking the traditional Uni route. We'll get into what Cameron's days look like, the wins, the wobbles and the wisdom he's picked up along the way. For all the resources and ref...2025-07-0716 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantEP14 Reset and Reboot – How to Realign Your Business and Goals Mid-YearIn this episode of Business BFF, host Emma Bowdler, founder of ⁠The Women's Accountant⁠, shares a practical step-by-step framework to reset your business at the start of the new financial year in July. Emma discusses the importance of a year-end review to identify what worked and what didn't, the significance of revisiting and realigning your goals, the necessity of simplifying and streamlining processes, the need for resetting habits and structuring time effectively, and the critical role of accountability in ensuring progress. These strategies are designed to help business owners stay focused on their goals, enhance client relationships, and create a bu...2025-07-0520 minThe BriefingThe BriefingVisas pulled, cops probe Glastonbury acts + Can AI spot dodgy tax returns?Tuesday Headlines: Police are investigating Bop Vylan and Kneecap over Glastonbury performances, Sydney under ‘prepare now’ orders as east coast low hits, House prices reach record highs, grow twice as fast as wages, AI could boost the Australian economy by $115bn within five years, and Albo reacts to ‘Daddy’ Trump on Ten's new News program. Deed Dive: It's tax time but before you lodge your return, it’s important to know what you can claim, what you can’t and some of the new areas the ATO are keeping on their radar.  So, what is the best way to...2025-06-3022 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantEP13 Overcoming the Bottleneck: Empowering Your Business to ThriveIn this episode of the Business BFF podcast, hosted by Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant, we dive into understanding and overcoming the role of a bottleneck in your business. Emma shares personal insights and practical tips to help you identify if you are the one holding your business back. You'll learn about common signs of being a bottleneck, including a lack of delegation, perfectionism, and micromanaging. Emma provides actionable steps, like conducting a role audit, empowering your team, and creating efficient systems, to help you step back from daily operations and focus on strategic growth. Tune in...2025-06-2015 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantEP12 Navigating Tax Time: Essential Lodgements for Business OwnersIn this episode of The Business BFF podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of ⁠The Women's Accountant⁠, demystifies the often overwhelming tax lodgements that business owners must handle. Emma covers the key lodgement types, including income tax returns, business activity statements (BAS), instalment activity statements (IAS), super guarantee contributions (SGC), fringe benefits tax (FBT), single touch payroll (STP), and tax file number declarations. She provides detailed timelines for each, shares tips for those who are behind on their lodgements, and stresses the importance of staying on top of tax obligations to alleviate stress. Emma also introduces a downloadable tax lodgement cale...2025-06-0615 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantEP11 Why I Left My Job: The Journey to Financial Independence and FreedomIn this episode of 'The Business BFF' podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of the Women's Accountant,  recounts a pivotal moment in December 2009 when everything changed. As a single mum juggling a busy life, she decided to leave her job after her boss denied her a day off without pay to care for her daughters. This life-altering choice led her to start her accountancy practice in January 2010. She shares the valuable lessons she's learned on her journey to financial independence, the importance of setting boundaries, and tips on how you can take control of your financial future. Don't miss this em...2025-05-2315 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantEP10 What is Tax Planning and Why Every Business Owner Should Invest in It.In this episode of 'The Business BFF' podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of the Women's Accountant, demystifies tax planning for business owners. Emma explains that proactive tax planning is not just about compliance, but a strategic tool to save money, grow your business, and reduce stress during tax season. She breaks down essential tax strategies, such as maximising deductions, prepaying expenses, managing invoices, and leveraging superannuation contributions. Emma also busts the myth that paying taxes is bad, emphasising that it signifies business profitability and growth. The episode is packed with practical tips and strategies to help you plan, avoid...2025-05-0917 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantThe Four Most Important Numbers to TrackIn this episode of The Business BFF, host Emma Bowdler (founder of The Women’s Accountant) dives deep into the four most important numbers that every business owner should track. These aren't your typical revenue and profit figures. Discover the metrics that truly matter for business growth, including retention rates, conversion rates, average sale value, and sales per customer. Learn how to leverage these key numbers to increase revenue, improve profitability, and build a more sustainable and successful business.  Key Takeaways: Retention Rates: The percentage of clients who continue to use your services over time. Conversion Rates...2025-04-2516 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukHer Legal Story: Emma DeeringWelcome to our mini series, hosted by Laura Weir. During "Her Legal Story", we'll shine a spotlight on some of the talented women at Lanyon Bowdler. The beauty of these conversations is that Laura knows very little about her guest's career stories.   Today Emma Deering is in the hot seat.  Emma's a partner in the Private Client Team and based in the Conwy office.  See her LB profile here: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/about-us/our-people/emma-deering/ Listen out for more "Her Legal Story" episodes, released on Thursdays. For all the reso...2025-04-2417 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantHow Do Systems & Processes Transform the Way I Run My Business?In this episode of The Business BFF, host Emma Bowdler (founder of The Women’s Accountant) dives deep into the importance of systems and processes for your business. This episode explores how implementing robust systems can significantly impact your business's success. We discuss how systems can: Increase consistency and improve results: Streamline tasks and enhance client experiences. Simplify staff training and onboarding: Facilitate smooth transitions and reduce reliance on individual team members. Save you valuable time: Automate repetitive tasks and free up your time for strategic growth. Enhance business value: Make your business more attractive to potential buyers. Reduce...2025-04-1118 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantWhy Doesn’t My Profit & Loss Statement Match My Bank Account?In this episode of The Business BFF podcast, host Emma Bowdler (founder of The Women’s Accountant) explains why your profit and loss statement might not match your bank account. We explore common reasons for this discrepancy, including accrual accounting, the exclusion of GST and loan repayments, the impact of drawings and dividends, and the treatment of asset purchases. Emma breaks down these concepts in an easy-to-understand way, helping you gain a clearer picture of your business's financial health.  Key Takeaways: Accrual Accounting: Income and expenses are recorded when invoiced or incurred, not when money is recei...2025-03-2811 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukQualifying as a Solicitor : Brian Evans and Emma HarrisonWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode we welcome managing partner Brian Evans who's chatting with Emma Harrison about qualifying as a solicitor and how things are changing. The SRA have introduced the SQE route in order to standardise the process, reduce the financial impact on students and improve accessibility. Brian and Emma discuss all the options now...2025-03-1721 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantThe Clients We Love To Hate, and Knowing When and How to Break UpThis podcast episode from The Business BFF, with Emma Bowdler (founder of The Women’s Accountant) focuses on handling challenging clients. Host Emma Bowdler emphasises the importance of setting clear boundaries and recognising when to end client relationships that are no longer serving your business. The episode provides practical advice on breaking up with clients professionally, including sample scripts and tips for attracting ideal clients. By implementing these strategies, business owners can create a more positive and profitable client experience.  Key Takeaways:  Identify and Address Problem Clients: Recognise and document the behaviours of difficult client...2025-03-1417 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's Accountant2025 Business Vision: From CEO to ConfidenceIn this episode of The Business BFF podcast, host Emma Bowdler (founder of the Women's Accountant), explores setting powerful goals for 2025. Emma guides listeners through the process of defining their ideal business and lifestyle, identifying key gaps, and stepping into the CEO role. Key Takeaways:  Define Your Ideal Day & Life: Visualise your perfect workday, considering not just financial goals but also lifestyle and work-life balance.  Identify & Address Gaps: Honestly assess areas for improvement, such as skill gaps, time management, confidence, and mindset.  Embrace the CEO Role: Delegate, make data-driven decisions, invest in growth, and prioritise high-value work...2025-02-2818 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantValentines Day Special: Fall Back in Love with Your Business (or Divorce It!)In this episode of The Business BFF Podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of ⁠⁠The Women's Accountant⁠⁠, explores how to reignite your passion for your business or recognise when it's time to move on. Key Takeaways Rediscover Your "Why": Reflect on your initial motivations for starting your business. Reconnecting with your original purpose can reignite your enthusiasm. Set New Goals: Establish ambitious, achievable goals that align with your professional and personal aspirations. This could involve launching new products, expanding into new markets, or simply reducing your workload. Streamline Operations: Automate tasks and delegate...2025-02-1414 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantUndercharging & OverwhelmedIn this episode of The Business BFF podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant, discusses the pitfalls of pricing based on self-worth and the benefits of value-based pricing. Emma shares her insights on why 'charge your worth' is a toxic concept that keeps women in business small, explaining how emotions can lead to inconsistent pricing. She introduces value-based pricing and provides actionable strategies to help women entrepreneurs price their services based on the results and transformations they deliver. Tune in for tips on overcoming imposter syndrome, avoiding comparison pitfalls, and shifting your pricing mindset to reflect true...2025-02-1315 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantBusiness Boundaries Like a BossIn episode two of The Business BFF podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder ofThe Women's Accountant, discusses the importance of establishing business boundaries and non-negotiables to protect your time, energy, and mental health. Emma shares personal anecdotes and practical steps for defining and maintaining these boundaries, identifies warning signs of slipping boundaries, and emphasizes the significance of communication in setting and upholding these limits. The episode encourages business women to reclaim their balance and freedom, providing actionable advice to achieve the work-life harmony they originally set out for. Show Notes00:00 Welcome to the Business BFF Podcast ...2025-02-1214 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantWhy we Started The Business BFF PodcastIn the debut episode of 'The Business BFF' podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant explains the motivation behind launching the show. Emma discusses the pitfalls of typical business advice, the pressure women face in trying to manage everything, and the prevalence of incorrect business and tax advice in podcasts. She emphasizes creating businesses that align with personal values and offers candid, no-nonsense discussions aimed at helping women entrepreneurs build successful, unique businesses on their own terms.  Show Notes:  00:00 Welcome to the Business BFF Podcast  01:17 Why Start a Podcast Now...2025-02-1106 minThe Business BFF with the Women\'s AccountantThe Business BFF with the Women's AccountantWelcome to the Business BFF PodcastHi there, I'm Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant. I am so excited to introduce you to The Business BFF, the podcast where fierce and fabulous women in business come together to dish out real talk, genius strategies, and the kind of honest advice only your besties would give. Whether you're dreaming big, hustling hard, or somewhere in between, this podcast is your go-to for navigating the internet. In each episode, we'll dive into topics that matter to business owners and hear from industry-leading experts on all things from how to unlock your cash...2024-12-1001 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Putting Things Right Scheme in Wales : Emma Hart and Phoebe BlythinWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode, Emma and Phoebe from the Clinical Negligence Team explain the Welsh Redress Scheme, which is a method of handling and investigating complaints about the NHS in Wales. This is an alternative to litigation, but the legal test that must be proved is the same as in a formal clinical negligence claim. The...2024-11-0409 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukHow to Alleviate Stress in a Stress-filled World - Emma Harrison and Jo PlimmerWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. Emma Harrison - learning and development manager at Lanyon Bowdler and Jo Plimmer from WATT Coaching talk about chronic stress and burnout.  Jo's work mirrors our values at L.B, which are caring, approachable, professional, expert and supportive, and she provides staff the tools to help take care of their own mental wellness.2024-09-2340 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukUncovering Shropshire's Pre-Historic Past - Neil Davies with Emma-Kate Lanyon and Clara de Sousa-CunhaWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. Neil Davies talks to Emma-Kate Lanyon and Clara de Sousa-Cunha about a forthcoming exhibition at Shrewsbury museum. In 2018 treasure was found in North Shropshire that includes a gold sun pendant, a beautiful object that was created by a skilled craftsman. This exhibition is an opportunity to develop a new prehistoric gallery in partnership with the...2024-07-2935 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukLISTEN AGAIN: I Just Want a Simple Will! - Emma Deering and Sioned WilliamsWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode you'll hear from Emma and Sioned, who are looking at the structure of Wills.  People often contact us saying "I just need a simple will!", but during the course of the initial meeting it sometimes becomes clear that their estate is more complex than they thought, and a "simple will" would not o...2024-06-1719 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukI Just Want a Simple Will! - Emma Deering and Sioned WilliamsWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode you'll hear from Emma and Sioned, who are looking at the structure of Wills.  People often contact us saying "I just need a simple will!", but during the course of the initial meeting it sometimes becomes clear that their estate is more complex than they thought, and a "simple will" would not o...2024-03-2519 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukCosts in Clinical Negligence Claims - Alicia Johns and Emma FarringtonWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode, solicitor Emma Farrington talks to Alicia Johns, a legal executive, about the changes in clinical negligence in connection with recoverable costs. The changes hope to speed up the process and to ensure the correct procedure is followed. Emma and Alicia discuss the potential pitfalls of these changes along with the positives. Lanyon...2024-03-0411 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukApprenticeships As a Route into Law (BONUS)Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales.   We now release ongoing weekly content, and during December 2023's releases, we'll be featuring some of our most helpful episodes.  We'll be back with brand new weekly content in January 2024.  Merry Christmas 🎄 In this episode, Learning & Development Manager, Emma Harrison chats with apprentices Erin Payne and Cameron Petch, asking what made them choose the apprenticeship route into law, what the advantages are, and their career aspirations.  F...2023-12-2517 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukApprenticeships As a Route into Law - Emma Harrison and Cameron PetchWelcome to season 4 of The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode, Learning & Development Manager, Emma Harrison chats with apprentice Cameron Petch and a former colleague, asking what made them choose the apprenticeship route into law, what the advantages are, and their career aspirations.  For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a...2023-04-2418 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Chronic Crisis in the Ambulance Service - Laura Weir and Emma FarringtonWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities. In this episode you'll hear from Laura and Emma from the Clinical Negligence team. They look at the current state of the ambulance service, and highlight the slow response times to 999 calls and the reasons why this is the case. The impact on patients is seeing some negligent care, and potential claims will certainly arise.2022-09-0514 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukFuture Planning for Business Partnerships - Emma Deering and Jennifer EdwardsWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales.   In this episode you'll hear from Emma Deering and Jennifer Edwards who are discussing succession planning for businesses, particularly partnerships.  They offer insight and explain about wills, partnership agreements and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA). For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://lblaw.co.uk/podcast 2022-03-1410 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukPressure Sores: A Preventable Injury - Natasha Gibbons & Emma FarringtonWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales.   In this episode, Natasha Gibbons and Emma Farrington from our Clinical Negligence department are talking about pressure sores, or "bed sores". They explain the different grades and the extent they can develop and deteriorate quickly. The elderly are most at risk from pressure sores, but they can happen to anybody, particularly those with spinal injuries. There are some graphic descriptions in this episode from the beginning as Natasha a...2021-11-0116 minThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukThe Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.ukSepsis - Emma BroomfieldWelcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales.   In this episode, you'll hear Emma Broomfield from the Clinical Negligence team sharing staggering statistics about Sepsis.  Anybody who has an infection can develop Sepsis, and EVERYONE is at risk. 52,000 die every year of Sepsis, and of those 1,000 are children. This helpful episode shares the signs and symptoms you need to be aware of. For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to re...2021-10-1818 minYou\'re In Good CompanyYou're In Good CompanyTax time, baby! How investing impacts your tax return | Emma BowdlerJune 30... It’s the tax (wo)man’s favourite time of year! And that means, it’s time to start thinking about your tax return. For many of the YIGC community who have only recently started investing, this will be the first year you’ll be required to declare income from investing. Tax can be a pretty complicated topic, but the good news is that the ATO already knows a fair amount about you and your investments! But we wouldn’t want to make it too easy… You’ll still need to be prepared to clarify some details and make sure ever...2021-06-2832 minTwo Cents Worth  - ToowoombaTwo Cents Worth - ToowoombaTwo Cents Worth - Talking Finance and Law during COVID19 with Emma Bowdler & Peta GrayThis week, we chatted to local accountant Emma Bowdler from the Women's Accountant and lawyer Peta Gray from Enterprise Legal. These two women look at their disciplines very differently to most. With a new age, no BS approach, the "old school' type practice we were once accustomed to has been tipped on its head. So settle in for some charming and honest advice from two who have built their businesses on providing a relatable service to small business. Show Guests | Enterprise Legal The Women's Accountant Free Legal Rsources Show Production | SJA Media   Show Sponsors | Royal Throne Rooms Talkin' Toowoomba2020-04-0754 minTalkin\' ToowoombaTalkin' Toowoomba06 April 2020EP 8 - Welcome to this week , in these crazy times of the Talkin Toowoomba Podcast coming to you again from self isolation. This week we bring some helpful advice to those sometimes forgotten small businesses, from some trusted local professionals, so this week I spoke to Emma Bowdler from The Women's Accountant and Peta Gray from Enterprise Legal, and I cant wait to share with you their tips, on getting through to the other side.They have a free resource pack you can download, you can get it hereWe would also love you to subscribe to our podcast and help...2020-04-0536 min