Life as an entrepreneur can be a tad lonely. You may not have realised that running your own business involves an awful lot of plate spinning, firefighting and juggling. Then there are all the decisions to make – both day-to-day issues and the long term…
As an accountancy business owner, there are numerous demands on your time, focus and money. But knowing where best to invest them isn’t easy. “Do I really need a business coach to help me grow my accountancy firm?” “Will I see a return on my…
If you’ve taken the leap from being a tradesperson to trade business owner, you’ve probably realised that they require very different skill sets. Spending your days on the tools and off the tools are vastly different. But there are some similarities. Whether you’re building a…
As a small business owner or business leader, you’re often the person that other people in the company turn to. You provide them with support, guidance and a shoulder to lean on. But who’s there to do the same for you? Who’s your sounding board,…
If you’re interested in professional coaching to drive your business to the next level, but are concerned about the potential business coaching costs, let me address those fears. I’ve got years of experience in business, so I get where you’re coming from. As a small…
Being unhappy or dissatisfied with your work situation sucks. It affects every area of your life and can affect your mental health and wellbeing. This unhappiness and dissatisfaction makes employees look elsewhere for work. The most common reasons are: Lack of career development opportunities Poor…
The days of people sticking with a job for life are pretty much gone. 50 years ago, you’d often hear, “Sue’s been with us for 40 years,” as she retires and is gifted a carriage clock. These days, there’s much more movement in the job…
Attracting top talent to your business is a game changer. Surrounding yourself with the best people for your business will propel it forward successfully. Your people are the lifeblood of your organisation. They’re the ones who drive innovation, spark creativity and deliver your vision. But…
Sustainable business growth is key to long term success. If your business isn’t evolving and growing, it’ll stand still while your competitors stride ahead. But that business growth and expansion can look different to different business owners. Whilst one small business owner wants to expand…
I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but the odds are stacked against you when you start a new business. You need a certain grit and determination to be an entrepreneur. 20% of new businesses fail in their first year, and a staggering…
Look down your local high street and I bet it looks nothing like it did ten years ago. Charity shops and coffee shops now occupy the retail units that used to be home to big brands. Then there are household names that used to be…
Want to convert more potential leads into buying customers? Of course you do. Take a look at your sales process to see if it’s as effective as it could be. Created right, a well-defined sales process underpins your business. It gives your sales team a…
