Ever heard of the 4D Rule? It’s about prioritising and getting quick action to complete your to-do list. Adopt the 4D Rule and your personal productivity will increase! Have you ever said “I don’t have enough time…”? That’s interesting because we all have the same…
Pricing strategy is essential for maximising profits and achieving sustainable growth for any size of business. It involves determining the price point at which a product or service will be sold based on factors such as production costs, competition, and customer demand. A clear pricing…
With technology we can ‘virtually’ meet people from all over the world without even leaving our desks however nothing beats meeting people in real life. The networking opportunities provided at live events are not easy to replicate. With a room full of people with a…
Some businesses have a fundamental model that means they end up working hard all the time, often for relatively little money. This typically involves getting paid by the hour: No matter how hard they work, they can’t earn any more because they don’t have any…
How do you know where your business is going if you don’t have a plan to get there? A business plan is your roadmap to achieving your goals, growing your business and running it profitably. Plot your route through the next 90 days with a…
How well do you know your competition? Not just the one competitor nearby, but all of them? How much time do you spend gathering information about your competition? Are you “scouting” like they do in the military? Silently observing your competition, sizing them up, comparing…
SWOT: Identify Opportunities and Defend Against Threats You may be familiar with the term SWOT Analysis. It stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. It’s a well-documented methodology for analysing your competition. If you want to achieve your goals and have a successful business…
So much of what is taught about sales and marketing is manipulation. Yet ask any prospective purchaser if they would choose to buy from someone who they think is deliberately manipulating them and I’m sure the answer would be “no”. As buyers become increasingly aware…
What is a cash flow forecast? Understanding your cash flow is vital for your business (and your stress levels) and forecasting plays an important role in your finances. Put simply, a cash flow forecast is a document that helps estimate the amount of money that’ll…
At the end of every day make it a habit to plan tomorrow Most people don’t plan their time at all. Many start the day by writing their “to-do” list. It’s actually much better to do it at the end of the day when it’s…
