There are many times that you’ll find yourself having to work with others. It might be a Uni or school group assignment, a business project with a number of other parties, or in a work situation where there is team. Some people flourish in these environments and others just cringe at the thought of having…
Whether it be communication with prospects, with customers, with suppliers or team, I cannot stress enough the importance of good, clear and regular communication. If your business runs smoothly and everyone is happy, then you are more likely to be making money. Hence, there is a direct correlation between good communication and improved profits. …
As a business coach, I get asked about motivation a fair bit. In fact, I was asked again only the other day on Facebook and thought – that’s my next blog! Keeping positive, motivated and driven is not always easy. Actually, the word ‘motivated’ can mean so many things – driven, inspired, moved, enthusiastic and…
Often called ‘seed funding’ every new business requires a level of start up capital. As an experienced business coach, two things I hear from new business owner about their new business, is that (a) they didn’t expect it to be such hard work, and (b) they didn’t expect it would cost so much to get…
Believe it or not, almost everyone negotiates every day of their life. “Mum, can I empty the bins when this program finishes?” is a negotiation. An employee asking for a pay rise is a negotiation. A person selling a product or service is sure to involve some negotiating. Naturally, of course, serious negotiations involve so…
Small business enterprises these days are both co-owned and co-managed by real-life married couples. These husband-wife partnerships can be considered as positive experiences to strengthen the commitment to and the enjoyment of their personal and business sides. The accounts of these partnerships that established struggling and thriving businesses are ever-present in the industry. …
Whether you are a small business or one that is growing rapidly, business coaching is extremely essential for all kinds of businesses. Business coaching is far more than having a mentor or an advisor. It adds value to your business and this is an asset that every business, whether big or small, need. Business coaches…
In business these days, IT (Information Technology) is a huge part of it. Gone are the days (even with tradies) that you don’t need a computer or tablet. Most businesses use computers for more than just ‘sending the occasional email’. We are becoming more and more reliant on IT and using it for everything from…
Different business coaches offer different services. You may focus on ideas or be particularly hands-on, or perhaps accountability and stretching your clients to achieve their optimum. Whatever your focus and direction is, you want to be a business coach who always adds value to your service. There is no better time than now. …
Business Coaching is becoming more common and more prevalent. Just as any great sportspeople, performer or leader has a coach, so do many businesses now. I have written a number of articles around coaching (links below) and here I thought I’d share with you some tips on how to select the best and right business…