First Intuition Reading and Southampton

First Intuition Reading and Southampton Centre offering professional training in accountancy, digital marketing and leadership and management.

Award Winning Training Provider

Our mission: Focus on delivering quality at a reasonable price with a focus on old fashioned client service and a personal approach. We cover all levels of CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW and AAT, BCS and CMI as well as computer based assessments.

Studying can be busy, and it’s easy for your own wellbeing to slip down the list when you’ve got deadlines, exams, or a ...
08/10/2026

Studying can be busy, and it’s easy for your own wellbeing to slip down the list when you’ve got deadlines, exams, or a lot on your plate.

But looking after yourself is part of staying well while you study. Taking a proper break, getting some headspace, keeping up with the things you enjoy, and noticing when you’re starting to feel overwhelmed can all make a difference.

We’ve put together a few simple reminders to help you look after yourself when things get busy; swipe through and see which ones you could build into your week.

🔗 If stress is starting to feel difficult to manage, we also have some practical advice on our FI Hub: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yYrrx0

Remember, you don’t have to wait until things feel overwhelming before you look after yourself or ask for support.💚

What can salary data tell us about the accountancy profession? First Intuition’s 2026 National Accountancy Salary Guide,...
05/10/2026

What can salary data tell us about the accountancy profession?

First Intuition’s 2026 National Accountancy Salary Guide, based on responses from 175 employers across England, provides a snapshot of the current landscape: from salaries and career progression to recruitment, retention, apprenticeships, skills, rewards and benefits.

While recruitment pressures have eased slightly, the market remains competitive, with many employers still finding it challenging to secure experienced professionals.

And salary is only part of the picture. Pay, progression, flexibility and development all continue to play an important role in attracting and retaining talent.

Our latest FI Hub article explores some of the key findings from this year’s report, and what they tell us about the current and future accountancy landscape.

🔗 Read the article: https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/fihub/what-the-2026-national-accountancy-salary-guide-tells-us-about-the-sector/

25/09/2026

Staying motivated with your studies can be tricky as the days get shorter, but a few simple changes can make all the difference.

From making your study sessions work around your energy levels to creating a space you actually enjoy spending time in, small habits can help you stay on track and make studying feel more manageable.

Here are 4 simple tips to help you stay motivated this autumn.🍂

Want a little more motivation? Listen to our FI Podcast episode: https://firstintuition.podbean.com/e/get-up-stand-up-don-t-give-up-the-fight-staying-motivation/

Good luck to everyone receiving their August CIMA Case Study results over the coming weeks. 🤞Whether you get the result ...
24/09/2026

Good luck to everyone receiving their August CIMA Case Study results over the coming weeks. 🤞

Whether you get the result you were hoping for or need to sit the exam again, take some time to look through your results and work out what you want to do next.

How can leaders get the best from a workforce spanning multiple generations?With up to five generations now working side...
23/09/2026

How can leaders get the best from a workforce spanning multiple generations?

With up to five generations now working side by side, organisations are navigating different expectations around communication, career progression, flexibility and leadership.

There is still time to join us for our next First Intuition Think Tank (F**T) Forum, Leading a multigenerational workplace, with internationally recognised speaker, author and researcher Dr Paul Redmond.

Paul will explore:
- The key trends shaping today’s multigenerational workplace
- How expectations around work, leadership and progression are evolving
- The influence of hybrid working, flexibility and values-led cultures
- Practical ways to engage different generations and strengthen collaboration
- How digital intelligence and emotional intelligence can help teams excel

📅 Friday 25th September
⏰ 8:30-10:00am
💻 Online

Please note that this session will not be recorded, so live attendance is essential.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tOtu1B2pScynnIBHxNp_Yg #/registration

**TForum

For National Inclusion Week, we’re reflecting on the role businesses can play in creating fairer routes into professiona...
14/09/2026

For National Inclusion Week, we’re reflecting on the role businesses can play in creating fairer routes into professional careers.

Our partnership with LTSB is one example of this in action. First Intuition has raised an incredible £10,000, supporting LTSB’s work to help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds access meaningful career opportunities. And our fundraising continues throughout 2026.

As Debbie Barlow, Director of LTSB, says:
“The teams have gone above and beyond, showing incredible energy, generosity, and commitment to LTSB’s vital work.”

We’re proud to support LTSB and continue working together to create greater social mobility and opportunity for the next generation.

Find out more about our ESG efforts on our website: https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/esg/

It’s exam week for ACCA and ICAEW Professional students.After weeks of revision, practice, and preparation, the time has...
08/09/2026

It’s exam week for ACCA and ICAEW Professional students.

After weeks of revision, practice, and preparation, the time has come to put everything you’ve worked on into action. Whatever exam you’re sitting, we’re wishing you the very best of luck.

Stay calm, trust your preparation, and remember how far you’ve come. You’ve got this!

If exam nerves are starting to creep in, take a look at our tips for staying calm and confident: https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/fihub/dealing-with-exam-nerves/

Good luck from everyone at First Intuition.🤞

Thinking about your options after AAT? For some, AAT is the right qualification to support their career goals, while oth...
04/09/2026

Thinking about your options after AAT? For some, AAT is the right qualification to support their career goals, while others may choose to continue their studies and explore further professional qualifications.

From ACCA and CIMA to ICAEW, each qualification offers something different, so it’s worth taking the time to understand your options.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, it’s about finding the qualification and career path that works for you.

Read our blog to help you work out what could be right for you and what to expect after AAT: https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/fihub/what-to-expect-after-aat/

Excel has come a long way, and so have the ways you can use it. Join Microsoft MVP Mark Proctor for a free webinar and d...
02/09/2026

Excel has come a long way, and so have the ways you can use it.

Join Microsoft MVP Mark Proctor for a free webinar and discover how modern Excel can help you spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time getting things done. You’ll see how the tools already built into Excel can automate reporting, clean up data, reduce errors and make everyday finance work much easier.

📅 Thursday 10th September
⏰ 11:00am
💻 Online Teams Webinar

Following his standing-room-only talk at First Intuition’s Talent Theatre at Accountex, Mark is back to take the conversation further with practical tips you can put to use straight away.

It’s free to attend, and the recording will be sent to everyone who registers.

Register now: https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/free-excel-webinar-for-professionals-modern-excel-skills-in-2026/

How To Study Webinar Sessions Join our next free ‘How to Study’ webinar to find out what it is like to study at FI and w...
27/08/2026

How To Study Webinar Sessions

Join our next free ‘How to Study’ webinar to find out what it is like to study at FI and which study method suits you best.

At FI, we provide a variety of study methods, to make sure there’s an option that works with your schedule and lifestyle.



How to Study CIMA webinar:

Wednesday 14th October 2026 | 1pm-1.45pm

REGISTER HERE: https://events-emea1.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/953187220/en/events/event/shared/default_template/event_landing.html?sco-id=11352515543&_charset_=utf-8



Join Hannah Campbell, Head of our Online Programmes here at FI, as she guides you through what’s included within our several different study modes. Her insights will help you choose which study method best suits you and your learning style.

Hannah will focus on the CIMA qualification during this webinar and will be able to answer your questions live during the session.


What will we cover?
- An introduction to FI
- CIMA qualification structure
- Exam route vs FLP
- What do students get if they study with FI?
- What is the difference between Online, Online Live, and Classroom study?
- Q&A session

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