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Mad Liz


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This Thursday will be the 5th anniversary of the formation of Needham Accountancy Ltd.

It's been an odd and very busy few years, featuring bad stuff (redundancy, loss of my best friend and two of my dogs) and good stuff (adopting a child and new dogs, having a granddaughter, getting my new business up and running, learning to drive, getting it together with an old friend etc).

The business has gone from strength to strength, thanks in no short measure to lots of help from some people here, as well as family and other friends. Five years down the line, I've got about 100 clients and am employing myself and two others.

Has it been tough? Yes. Has it been worth it? Absolutely! 



-- Edited by Mad Liz on Monday 12th of August 2013 01:41:22 PM

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Happy 5th Liz...

100 clients as well... We're going to need a bigger cake for that!

All the best,

Shaun.



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Well done Liz.

Happy Anniversary!

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Well done Liz

Always nice to hear that a business is doing well. Keep it up and take the marzipan off my piece of cake please.

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WOW ! I have just started my business and it's inspiring to read you story! Congratulation !!!!
Any advise for newbie please

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Well done Liz,

Glad to hear the business has gone so well for you. May it continue to prosper.

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An excellent and inspiring story Liz. Well done for reaching 5. I hope the next 5 years are great for you.

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I remember reading the start up diary and I'm thoroughly pleased for you.
Looking forward to any more instalments :)

Tim

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Do i get a pat on the back for reaching 100 in 18 month? lol



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No one likes a show off, Mark.biggrin



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Lol Kris,

Both your own and Marks adventures are something i enjoy following. To be honest, i don't know where you find the time to offer the
valuable website advice that you give plus your other input and answers.

There are some pretty amazing people on here.

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Congratulations Liz,

I am in the process of setting up too and this is just what I needed to hear.

Well Done,
Claire

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Oh, how lovely! I've just received a bouquet of flowers from the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Needham Accountancy Ltd! Thank you, guys!

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A little belated, but.......a very well done from me too, especially with the trials and tribulations in your private life. Plus thanks for your help on here too.

Cake - did someone say cake????

Get the bubbly out too.

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Congrats Liz!
I can only hope im in the same postition as your in 5 years! only 3 to go for me! :D

You really are and inspriation to others! Keep up the good work!

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Congratulations Liz !

Thank you for sharing the diary.

Wish you all the best.

Adrian

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Well done Liz sorry its late I've been on holiday!!!


Well done Mark as well! !00 clients is alot!

Dave - I'll have your marzipan, thats the best bit, I love marzipan!

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That's is really wonderful and inspirational, Liz. Thank you for posting. Wish I was brave enough to start up on my own!

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