As acclaimed author Michael Gerber highlighted in The E-Myth and The E-Myth Revisited, most business owners find themselves trapped in the role of the ‘technician’. While they excel at their craft, they often lack knowledge in key areas essential for running a thriving business.
At the core of your business are skills that enable you to deliver the services or products that set you apart from competitors and make you the go-to business in your sector. To stay ahead in your industry, it’s vital you set aside time for continuously developing and honing your expertise, but on their own, your specialist skills are not enough.
The path to business success extends beyond mastering your specialisms – it also requires you to become proficient in a range of business-related competencies.
The shocking fact that 80% of start-ups are destined to fail within five years is largely explained by gaps in their owners’ knowledge. Despite the unquestionable talent and passion of their founders, many new businesses close because their owners have limited knowledge of basic areas including sales, marketing, budgeting and financial literacy.

Our workshops are designed to help your business survive & thrive
When we set up Inca nearly 20 years ago, we made it our mission to address this knowledge gap and help ensure the businesses we work with beat these odds.
Alongside our accounting and compliance services, we support business owners through our programme of business development workshops, helping them to build robust, profitable and sustainable businesses.
”I really like the extra sessions that they hold; the training and workshops have been really useful and saved me a bunch of money.”’
”I like the fact they offer regular free events; networking events and educational events which is good. They’ll often get in guest speakers to talk about specific topics.”
”The main thing that caught my eye and put Inca above ordinary accountants is the workshops they have on offer. I have found them very useful and I don’t know any other accountants that do provide that.”
It’s a proven formula: Inca clients have a success rate more than 300% higher than the national average!
What’s in store for 2024?
Our 2024 Business development workshop programme is designed to empower both new and experienced business owners. We’re currently putting the finishing touches to the schedule, but here is a flavour of what we have in store:
Already confirmed…
- How to Use Xero to Benefit You and Your Business
Friday 12th July 2024 12-13.30 Online. Presenter Leanne Tutty, Xero
- 90 Days to Business Growth; ‘Plan Smart, Work Less’
Friday, 6th September 2024, Full Day 9:00 am – 4.30 pm. Presenter: Rob Pickering, ActionCOACH
Is the thought of having to work even harder than you are right now preventing you from taking your business to the next level? It seems reasonable to expect that growing your business will mean increasing your workload, but ActionCOACH Rob Pickering is adamant it doesn’t have to. In this full-day, must-attend workshop, Rob will explain how, by breaking long-term goals into bite-size chunks and implementing regular 90-day plans, you can begin to sustainably transform your business – without impacting your workload and quality of life.
Booking opens soon
- How to Grow Your Business Through Networking
Thursday, 10th October 2024. Presenters: Graham Carson & Amy Russell, Inca Accounting
Is networking part of your marketing strategy? It’s a powerful, highly effective and low-cost way to get leads and sales, but many business owners are either not using networking effectively or not using it at all. In this workshop, Inca’s Graham Carson and Amy Russell will explain why networking needs to be in every small business owner’s marketing toolkit and reveal how you can overcome your fear of networking and use it to grow your business.
Booking opens soon
Soon to be confirmed…
We’ll be announcing details on more workshops very soon, including:
- How to get more referrals
- Financial freedom
Our goal is simple yet transformative: to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary not only to operate your business but to elevate it to new heights.
Continuous professional development within your industry is crucial, but so is broadening your business acumen, and our workshops focus on enhancing your general business skills.
Imagine making more money, having more time, and rediscovering the joy in what you do. Our workshops are crafted to guide you toward this vision by providing actionable insights and practical strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur seeking to refine your approach or a budding business owner eager to establish a solid foundation, our programme will help you meet your unique needs.

Let Inca Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level!
Our workshops are not just about surviving in the business world; they’re about thriving. We invite you to join us on a journey of growth and transformation in 2024, to make the shift from being a technician to a true business owner and take your business to the next level.
Remember – if you’re an Inca client, you can attend any of our workshops FREE OF CHARGE*, and you can bring guests along for free as well. It’s a benefit that can save you hundreds of pounds, and help you build relationships with clients, prospects and other business owners.
For more information on our 2024 workshop programme, check our website regularly, or contact us directly by calling 01235 868888 or email us at [email protected]
