We ask the tough questions
You’ve got a free half hour during your work day. What do you do?
Update my Facebook, have a cup of tea and eat some chocolate.
What's the biggest thing you've learnt this year?
Hard work gets results.
What's the best bit of feedback you've ever had?
Referrals.
When meeting someone, would you rather they thought you were charming or mysterious? Why?
Charming, because being charming is showing someone you are interested and listening to them, this is really important as a tax accountant.
What or who inspires you the most?
Kids.
What or who has the most grounding influence on you?
Husband.
What’s the biggest challenge you face at work?
Keeping up to date with all the legislative changes.
What’s the best thing about being a soloist? And the worst thing?
Best thing: I am my own boss.
Worst thing: Remembering to say NO.
What’s the best piece of business advice you’ve ever been given?
Don’t be a martyr - you can’t do everything. Stick to your core business and outsource the rest.
What would be your advice to aspiring soloists?
Make a business plan and keep your plan up to date, it helps you stick to your goals.
What inspires you most about your work?
Seeing my clients businesses take off.
If you could pick anyone to be your personal assistant, who would it be and why?
George Clooney, no explanation required.
And now comes the plug!
What do you do? Who for? And how does it benefit them?
Paula Durrant is a tax accountant for small to medium businesses, and high income individuals. She helps them with tax refunds, tax savings and better business structures.
And where can we find out more?
- Flying Solo Directory: www.flyingsolo.com.au/directory/30732/Durrants-Accounting-Servicesut
- My website: www.durrantsaccountingservices.com.au
- Twitter: twitter.com/dasperth
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Durrants-Accounting-Services/190254838885
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