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Small Business Resources 2 min read Nov 30, 2022

Helping UK small businesses to reach net-zero with Ecologi

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Alex von Schirmeister Nov 30, 2022 2 min read

Accountants & Bookkeepers 3 min read Nov 16, 2022

It’s time small businesses get the support they need to thrive

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Alex von Schirmeister Nov 16, 2022 3 min read

Accountants & Bookkeepers 3 min read Jul 15, 2022

Community, care and collaboration: Why I can’t wait for my first Xerocon London

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Alex von Schirmeister Jul 15, 2022 3 min read

Small Business Resources 3 min read May 10, 2022

Small businesses reeling from the emotional impact of the pandemic need support

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Alex von Schirmeister May 10, 2022 3 min read

News & Events 2 min read Apr 13, 2022

Azets and Xero work together to drive a brighter future for small businesses

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Alex von Schirmeister Apr 13, 2022 2 min read

News & Events 4 min read Mar 11, 2022

The reliability of UK bank feeds

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Alex von Schirmeister Mar 11, 2022 4 min read

News & Events 3 min read Jan 14, 2022

Looking back at my first month at Xero, and ahead to an exciting 2022

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Alex von Schirmeister Jan 14, 2022 3 min read

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