Setting Financial Goals for Your Small Business The thing is, I often chat with small business owners who feel overwhelmed by the numbers in their business and aren’t too clear on how to set financial goals or even track their progress towards them. I hope…
I find these days there tends to be a lot of focus on the benefits of individual attention, think of all those offers of tailored fitness, eating, learning or even business coaching programmes with only YOU in mind. Sounds great, right? But here’s the thing,…
The Genesis of Magic: Harnessing the Power of Inspirational Leadership in Team Management Inspirational leadership is an art that resonates differently with each individual. What propels one person to their peak performance may starkly contrast with what motivates another to unlock their full potential. Yet,…
Most small businesses start almost by accident or out of necessity. They then tend to grow organically, with bits and pieces being added to the pot as the business evolves. Rarely is any business designed from the beginning, but if you want to build a…
Keeping it in the family Many small businesses are family owned and run. Which can be both a blessing and a curse. A blessing because you have a close knit support structure around you and you and your partner are working towards a common goal.…
Does your business support your dreams? Most small businesses start almost by accident or out of necessity. They then tend to grow organically, with bits and pieces being added to the pot as the business evolves. Rarely is any business designed from the beginning, but…
Only 2% of business owners have a plan. I am sure you’ve heard this before, but it’s worth repeating, only 2% of business owners have a plan. Which I find strange given the value of having a business plan is undeniable. Studies show that planning…
Key questions to reflect on at year-end It’s safe to say the last few years have passed by in a bit of a blur, and while we entered 2022 hoping things would get back to ‘normal’, many of us may have felt it has been…
Turn how you look at failure on its head It takes courage to be a business owner. It really does. Whether you always planned to be a business owner or whether you fell into it by circumstance, there is no doubt it takes courage to…
Let’s get back to basics! Clients are often surprised, and sometimes a bit resistant when I suggest this during our coaching sessions. But like much in life when you think you’ve hit a brick wall, it’s worth going back to the beginning and having a…
In one of my previous articles, I looked at five alternatives to business coaching. This time, I thought I would answer some of the questions often asked about business coaching in particular. If you have any more at the end of it, just get in…
Never have enough marketing budget? Marketing takes money. So it’s important to make sure you max your marketing budget. Which for many small business owners just never seems enough. Here are some hints for making the most of your marketing budget: ● Test and measure…
