Do you know what due diligence is and why it's important for business collaborations? Whether you're looking to buy a company, invest in a new project, or enter a partnership, due diligence helps you determine the true value and risks of the opportunity. So, it's all...
Are you running a small business, social enterprise or arts organisation but aren’t sure if budgeting really matters? Well, it absolutely does! In this weeks I Hate Numbers podcast I discuss the importance of budgeting and show you why it should...
Operational gearing is an important tool for business owners and entrepreneurs. It's a measure of how much profits are being generated by the company's day-to-day operations, as opposed to its investments. In other words, it can tell you how lean your business is...
Dealing with Business Risk is an inevitable part of our business lives Risk is a part of life. For entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, and small business owners, risk is unavoidable and part of our business lives. Whether it's the risk of...
No matter what kind of business you run, you need to know How to manage your Business Risk. Running your business will always have some inherent risk involved. There's no way to completely eliminate the risk, but by understanding and managing it, you can minimise its...
It can be easy to put off creating your business financial story plan - after all, who has time for that? But don't underestimate the importance of this document. Your business financial plan is vital, serving as both your road map and your trusty...
BREATHING leads to business success. Do you want to know what it takes to be successful in your business? If so, then I've got something for you. In this video, I'm going to outline the ingredients that will help you achieve success in your own business. It's a blend...
How to avoid undercapitalization and what it is, is this weeks video and blog. It’s when you run out of money, and the company hits a financial brick wall. This video will cover what it is, why it’s a problem, and how to avoid it. The reason why so many small...
Do you want to know How to build your cashflow forecast? You might be thinking, "I don't need one of those. I'm not going out of business!" But if you're like most people, your business is constantly changing and growing. And when it does change or grow, that's the...
When should your business borrow money? And yes, there will be times when it's good for your business to borrow. There will be times when it should be avoided. Planning, attitude, risk, and cost. These are the four things you need to consider when borrowing money for...
Are you looking for a new loan, and want to avoid The mistakes in borrowing money? Above all, do you want to know how to avoid those pitfalls? Just follow these four simple steps and you'll be on your way to avoiding those common mistakes when borrowing money for your...
You might be wondering, Should you pay off your business debt early. I have a few thoughts on when to pay off debt, but first let us talk about the four factors that come into play. There are four factors I want to share with you in this weekly episode of I Hate...
How operational gearing affects your business Do you know How operational gearing affects your business? In a nutshell it shows much risk you have, and affects your survival, growth, and prosperity. What is operational gearing? Firstly, let us talk terms. Operational...