Rockefeller Rule – Expense Management Many business owners believe they are good at expense management and know where their money is going. After all, it seems simple: there is revenue coming in, bills getting paid, and cash left over at the end of the month, or at least that is what the bank account shows. […]
The Mirage of Profit: Why Cash Visibility is Key to Growth! Many business owners believe that as long as sales are strong, the business is healthy. After all, the revenue is there, customers are buying, and on paper, profit numbers look good. However, what seems like financial strength can often hide deeper issues if cash […]
Communication – It’s Personal! Communication is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, but it’s not always as straightforward as it seems. A conversation that one person views as a simple discussion can quickly escalate into an argument for someone else. This phenomenon occurs for various reasons, ranging from differences in communication styles to underlying emotions […]
Sales and the Status Quo Your sales team isn’t just competing with other companies – they’re competing with the status quo. Help your prospects see the cost of NOT changing. That’s where the real conversations begin. What pain points are you solving today? The Big Sales Mistake When selling products or services, many make the […]
Managing Overconfidence Is a Key Leadership Skill Overconfident individuals are often in the news, and over our summer particularly in relation to a young Australian cricketer! For leadership, whether in sports or business, the challenge is to create an environment where accountability naturally tempers overconfidence while maintaining strong working relationships. In a business workplace, overcoming […]
The Dangers of Assumptions in Relationships Assumptions are a natural part of human behavior. We all make them, often without realizing it, in our personal and professional relationships. However, when we assume, we risk distorting reality and creating misunderstandings that can harm the connection we share with others. One of the biggest dangers of assumptions […]
Explore Basis of Personal Leave Managing excessive personal leave requires a balanced approach that prioritizes both employee wellbeing and organizational needs. The first step is to conduct a thorough review of the leave patterns to identify any concerning trends or potential underlying issues. Document specific instances, frequency, and impact on team productivity to establish a […]
Motivation – Finding it When You’re Not Seeing Results One of the biggest challenges in goal setting is staying motivated when you don’t see immediate results. Progress can feel slow, and it’s easy to get discouraged. However, maintaining motivation during these times is essential for long-term success. Here are some strategies to help you stay […]
Advertising Must Adapt The rise of shorter attention spans, largely driven by the rapid consumption of digital content, has dramatically reshaped the advertising landscape. Consumers Are Bombarded With the average consumer now bombarded by a constant stream of information from social media, news, entertainment, and notifications, capturing and maintaining attention has become increasingly challenging. Research […]
Feedback and Organisational Culture Feedback Provided Correctly Can Build Powerful Relationships. An organisation that does not provide structured mechanisms for Feedback Conversations will likely find that its staff feel disenfranchised. Yet we see this issue arise in many organisations, even in large government bureaucracies. According to the cambridge dictionary feedback is “information or statements of […]