In Ireland, payroll compliance isn't something you figure out on the fly & getting it wrong can lead to a host of headaches. In this month's #TheBusinessJourney, we walk you through the essential operational checklist to ensure a seamless first hire. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04zDwWN0

New York's latte got more expensive in Q3. Except... it didn't. ☕ In euro: €5.03 ➡️ €5.08 In New York: still $5.85 The difference? Currency movement. A handy reminder that the number alone doesn't always tell the full story ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04zzFhN0 #LatteIndex #teamFP

Running a retail business is one thing. Making it profitable? That's another! Join Jennifer Power & Brian Kelly for a webinar on boosting profits, managing cash flow & planning for a future sale. 📆 Wed. 4th Nov ⏰ 7PM Register ➡️ hubs.li/Q04B_W0p0 #teamFP #IrishRetail

Have you budgeted for the true cost of an employee? In this edition of #TheBusinessJourney, we take off the rose-tinted glasses & look at the hard data. Get the exact breakdown you need to plan your next move with confidence. Read ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04zDpcG0 #teamFP #SME

Selling your #pharmacy shouldn’t begin with introductions. From accounts & benchmarking to #tax planning, valuation and the eventual sale, there’s value in having one team that already knows your business. One team. From accounts to exit. Let’s talk ➡️ hubs.li/Q04z2Gtj0

Apparently breaking the €6 barrier wasn't enough. London stretches its Latte Index lead: Q1 ➡️ €5.93 Q2 ➡️ €6.00 Q3 ➡️ €6.25 Meanwhile, Dublin remains stubbornly parked at €5.65. Two cities. Two very different Q3 stories. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04zzpJp0 #LatteIndex #teamFP

From investment banking to 1.5m+ sachets sold across 40+ countries. For our latest Inside The C-Suite, we chat with SISTERLY co-founder Aoife Matthews about backing an idea, building trust & taking the leap. Read ➡️hubs.li/Q04BfXjD0 #teamFP #SME #IrishBusiness

€5.65. Q1: €5.65 Q2: €5.65 Q3: €5.65 If consistency deserves a prize, Dublin has earned it. ☕ For the third straight quarter, it remains our second most expensive city. Sometimes prices not coming down tells its own story. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04zzmLR0 #LatteIndex #teamFP

Ready to become an employer? Hiring your first employee is a big step. But is your business ready? This month’s #TheBusinessJourney covers the practicalities of hiring, from costs to compliance, so you can grow with confidence. Read ➡️ hubs.li/Q04zDgHH0 #teamFP #SME

Planning to sell your #pharmacy in 3–5 years? What will a buyer see in your numbers? Margins, wages, stock & sustainable EBITDA all influence value - and buyers want a track record, not a last-minute tidy-up. Get your numbers sale-ready now ➡️ hubs.li/Q04z2zHd0 #teamFP

Growing your team is the ultimate milestone. But it’s also a bit terrifying. In our series, #TheBusinessJourney, we break down the practical steps of making that crucial first hire. Ready to transition from operator to owner? This guide is for you. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04zD6Lk0

The #LatteIndex is back for Q3 ☕ 🇬🇧 London stretches its lead at €6.25 🇮🇪 Dublin? €5.65. Again. 🇺🇸 San Francisco jumps 12.64% So, what does your morning coffee tell us about the wider economy? Quite a bit, as it turns out. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04zzlVf0 #teamFP #IrishBusiness

#Budget2027 has landed. So, what actually matters? 🔹CGT cut to 31% 🔹Income tax changes 🔹Minimum wage up to €14.94 🔹Help to Buy & inheritance changes We’ve teamed up with @RetailExIreland to break down the key measures. Full report ➡️ fitzgeraldpower.ie/reports/b… #teamFP

Starting your career is a big step. You shouldn’t have to become someone else to take it. Our 2027 #GraduateProgramme is now open - real experience, proper support and room to grow. Learn more ➡️ fitzgeraldpower.ie/about-us/… Apply ➡️ fitzgeraldpower.bamboohr.com… #teamFP #careers #SETU

Thinking about selling your #pharmacy in 3–5 years? The work starts now. Improving profitability, strengthening your accounts and getting the right #tax structures in place can all help build value before a buyer appears. Planning ahead? Let’s talk. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04z2vxb0

Subtle? Not exactly. Our Greyfriars office has had a makeover. Head-turning? We’d say so. Created by Waterford Walls with artist Aurora Campbell, the mural takes inspiration from #Waterford’s local flora. Read the story behind the mural ➡️ hubs.li/Q04yq0S00 #teamFP

Community pharmacists do so much more than fill prescriptions. Prescription volumes are up 5.4% YoY, while 79% of pharmacies report rising energy costs. Yet their role continues to grow. Today, we celebrate the people behind the numbers. Happy #WorldPharmacistsDay! #WPD2026

What is the biggest mistake new business owners make? We cover that, and more, in this month’s #TheBusinessJourney. “The tax implications alone are worth considering, so seeking advice here is a crucial step.” Looking to start on the right foot? Read ➡️ hubs.li/Q04xXqyq0

The best time to maximise your #pharmacy’s value? Long before you plan to sell it. Turnover, margins, overheads & sustainable earnings can all influence the final price. Noel Winters looks at how to build value before a sale is on the table. ➡️ hubs.li/Q04xXpQw0 #teamFP

Why does cashflow matter more than profit in year one? In FP's #TheBusinessJourney series, we ask CEO @StuFitzG everything needed to start a new business in Ireland on the right foot. Consider it your entrepreneurial roadmap. Read ➡️ hubs.li/Q04xXnwt0 #teamFP #SME