Christmas is one of the happiest times of the year when everyone is busy celebrating and enjoying. We all put up the decorations, pull out the carols on CD and get into social mode with parties, networking and other celebratory events. If we have staff, we show our appreciation with bonuses, gifts or parties. …
As a business coach, I’m always being asked what it takes to run a successful business. Hey, I’ve done it myself and grew a business from a garage to five locations around Australia. Here are my FIVE TOP TIPS to having a successful business which makes you money, is sustainable…
It’s summer and coming close to the end of the year and it is often the time we sit back and review what has transpired and think about our upcoming goals. Now, firstly may I say goal planning and NOT New Year resolutions. Goals or objectives set at New Years are virtually worthless. For a…
Often in business, we have the need to organise a networking event. Some are done super well and others, well, you leave thinking that was two hours in your life you will never get back. Make your event exceptional, enjoyable and effective for all those who attend. As a four times…
Whether it be communication with prospects, with customers, with suppliers or team, I cannot stress enough the importance of good, clear and regular communication. If your business runs smoothly and everyone is happy, then you are more likely to be making money. Hence, there is a direct correlation between good communication and improved profits. …
As a business coach, I get asked about motivation a fair bit. In fact, I was asked again only the other day on Facebook and thought – that’s my next blog! Keeping positive, motivated and driven is not always easy. Actually, the word ‘motivated’ can mean so many things – driven, inspired, moved, enthusiastic and…
Often called ‘seed funding’ every new business requires a level of start up capital. As an experienced business coach, two things I hear from new business owner about their new business, is that (a) they didn’t expect it to be such hard work, and (b) they didn’t expect it would cost so much to get…
Small business enterprises these days are both co-owned and co-managed by real-life married couples. These husband-wife partnerships can be considered as positive experiences to strengthen the commitment to and the enjoyment of their personal and business sides. The accounts of these partnerships that established struggling and thriving businesses are ever-present in the industry. …
Being in business is a positive thing. Having sales is a good thing. But getting paid is the absolute necessary thing for your business to thrive. Here are 21 ways to ensure you get paid: 1. Requesting a deposit amount from your customer when you sign the contract. In…
This is a serious subject! There are a number of ways a business can be held at ransom. I’m going to talk about what I perceive are the five top ones. Do not think it won’t happen to you. I’ve seen it happen to nice, smart, intelligent or experienced people. Sometimes it happens because we…