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Joyanne James-Soyer

Joyanne James-Soyer is an accomplished author and editor with over 25 years of experience in the publishing and education sectors. She manages digital content specialising in Caribbean culture, regional history and education for Sweet TnT Magazine and Study Zone Institute. Her portfolio includes the Study Zone Big Kid Books series, the Improve Spelling and Reading Skills collection, and she is a co-author and editor of Sweet TnT Short Stories and Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes. Holding a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Language and Literature with Education and being a dedicated educator, James-Soyer specialises in documenting the biodiversity and cultural heritage of Trinidad and Tobago for a global audience, and supporting students, parents, and teachers globally.

Master the Accounting Cycle steps: Your guide to tracking business finances like a pro

What are the Accounting Cycle steps? Full breakdown with examples.

The accounting cycle steps represent a chronological sequence of eight essential procedures used by bookkeepers and accountants to record, classify and summarise business transactions. This systematic framework ensures that every financial activity, from the initial exchange of source documents to the final production of the balance sheet, is captured with …

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Youth mental health in the digital age: How social media impacts teens

Beyond the likes: Social media and the youth mental health epidemic.

In today’s digital age, smartphones have become extensions of ourselves, and social media platforms are the bustling town squares where young people gather. While these platforms offer connection, community, and a wealth of information, a darker side is emerging: a significant impact on the mental well-being of our youth. The …

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What are wants and how to prioritise in tough times

What are wants and why do we satisfy them?

Understanding the distinction between essential needs and personal wants is fundamental for maintaining financial stability and emotional well-being during periods of economic volatility. This comprehensive analysis explores the psychological drivers of consumer desire and provides a practical framework for categorising non-essential spending when household budgets are constrained. By examining the …

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What is an account? A beginner’s guide

ALICE: Simplifying account types.

An account is a structured record used in a ledger to track the increases and decreases of a specific financial item within a business or organisation. This foundational element of the accounting cycle allows stakeholders to categorise transactions into manageable groups, ensuring that every exchange is documented with precision. The …

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Goods and services – resale vs operational: The #1 difference every business student MUST know

Understand the core difference: Goods and services sold to customers vs those used internally.

Distinguishing between goods and services for resale and those for operational use is a fundamental requirement for accurate financial reporting and business management. This distinction dictates how transactions are recorded within the ALICE framework—Assets, Liabilities, Income, Capital, and Expenses—ensuring that revenue-generating activities are separated from internal support functions. For students …

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