“Why,” said Greg, “should we invite an outsider into our family discussions about our business plans?” It’s a fair question, on the face of it. And yet it misses the point. Greg and his family were preparing to navigate a major transition in their business; and they assumed that...
Innovation: The Regions’ Secret Sauce
Australia’s regions have always been hotbeds of innovation, driven by a blend of necessity, resourcefulness, and a keen understanding of local needs. From the stump-jump plough to one-of-a-kind tourism experiences, regional businesses consistently break new ground. Today, change is accelerating, and innovation isn’t just an option – it’s...
Family Business Succession – The Succession Minefield
Family businesses are the beating heart of regional Australia. They fuel our localeconomies, create jobs, sustain communities, and lead innovation. Yet many ofthese businesses face a treacherous path when it comes to succession planning.Without a robust plan, the pass may be fumbled, harming not just the business butthe community it...
Time Management for Small Business Owners
One of the biggest struggles for small business owners (especially those on the start of their business journey) is managing their tasks and prioritising time. As new entrepreneurs we wear many different hats, and too often you can feel like you are working nonstop only to get to the end...
Tasks to Tackle During Business Downtime
There's no denying that the year tends to start off slowly for a lot of businesses, and business owners. Our clients are in recovery after a big month of spending in December, or are on holidays and not in need of our services. For many business owners, January can be...
What Does 2022 Have In Store for Business?
Let’s play the New Year guessing game. What is 2022 going to bring for us business owners? First, I don’t have a crystal ball and nor does anyone else. We will have to continue to manage our businesses through uncertainty and rapid change, even when it scares us sh*tless. Back...