Some time ago a young cricketer at the Australian Cricket Academy was approached to bat whilst the Australian team were practicing in the nets nearby. The team’s fast bowlers were asked to try and bowl out the 16 year old star of the future. With little success after a long session, the bowlers realised thisRead more
We are still getting mixed feedback from business owners in terms of whether their business is slow, normal or growing. Given the level of uncertainty most businesses are still facing, a key discussion we often have is around the need to move quickly to protect your bottom line. Ignoring or delaying the decision to ‘cut the fat’ fromRead more
Weak national income/growth, falling wages and business cost cutting are all signs of a depressed economy. The key to operating a successful business in tough times is to focus on your strengths and opportunities, while you manage the risks and any problems. The signs of a healthy business include: Sales growth Sustainable profits Good cashRead more
The start of another financial year coupled with signs of an improving economy have prompted a number of businesses to obtain help from us with their budgeting and cash flow planning. Whilst each business anticipates their revenue to grow, they face a number of challenges, such as: Funding working capital Term and timing of debtRead more
