10 All Too Real Reasons You Need a Management Consultant

It isn’t easy running a business. Just when you think you’ve mastered one thing, something else comes along, whether it’s new legislation, new technology, new competition, or new customer demands. And that’s just for starters. I haven’t even mentioned hiring the right employees and keeping them happy, productive, and motivated. No wonder you feel like … Read more

What are the benefits of a high performing team?

Have you ever been part of a high-performing team, where everyone worked together towards a shared set of goals, where everyone knew their role, and there was plenty of mutual respect, cooperation and collaboration? Do you remember looking forward to going to work every day? Or have you been on the other end of the … Read more

How Being More Compassionate Can Benefit Your Business

Whether we like it or not, things happen in life that can make us feel stressed and unhappy. Whether it’s an unmanageable workload or having to work with a difficult colleague at work, or personal problems, every single one of us would benefit from being shown some compassion. This is where many organisations fall down. … Read more

How to Stop Micromanaging Your Small Business

Are you sitting comfortably? Welcome to my series of podcasts that will help you to navigate those inevitable difficult events at work that are part of being a small business owner. Today I want to talk about how micromanaging, and how to stop it. Are you never quite satisfied with your employees’ work? Are you … Read more

The Art of Persuasion: A Business Owner’s Guide to Influencing Your Team

If you want to get the best out of your team, knowing how to influence people is essential. Influencing people is not about telling people that it’s your way or the highway, it’s about listening, building trust, and inspiring them with your vision so they remain motivated and committed to helping you reach your business … Read more