Financial management Applying for a business loan? Here are 4 steps to ensure success Sue Hirst - September 25, 2015 Getting a business loan can often seem like an enormous task: what do the banks want to know and how do they even assess...
Growth Five mythical mindsets about business growth we all need to address Sue Hirst - August 25, 2015 For many business owners, the primary goal each year is to grow their business. And when they think of 'business growth', sales is the...
Financial management EOFY is over – now what are your plans for BOFY? Sue Hirst - July 22, 2015 There’s always a mad rush of activity leading into the End of Financial Year (EOFY), but what about Beginning of Financial Year (BOFY)? This...
Financial management 21 business icebergs that could sink your business Sue Hirst - June 27, 2015 If you’ve never conducted a risk management assessment on your business you might find yourself asleep at the helm one day with a (proverbial)...
Financial management How to adequately cover penalty rates Sue Hirst - May 26, 2015 The subject of penalty rates has been a hot topic in the news recently. Without wishing to wade into the political debate, it’s still...
Planning 5 steps to business CONFIDENCE Sue Hirst - April 28, 2015 What is business confidence and what boxes do you have to tick to achieve it? These five key areas are the best places to...
Productivity How more sales can cause cash-flow problems Sue Hirst - March 24, 2015 A big boost in sales seems like a dream come true, but it can also lead to cash-flow problems. Here’s how to manage increased...
Financial management Twenty ways to cut costs Sue Hirst - March 20, 2012 Every penny you don’t spend in your business adds to your bottom line. Here are twenty tips to help you cut costs.
Pricing strategies The value of getting your costs right Sue Hirst - February 23, 2012 Understanding how much it costs you to provide your product or service to your customers is vital to running a profitable small business. This...
Productivity Choosing a business advisor Sue Hirst - January 11, 2012 Literally thousands of people offer business advice; some are fantastic and some are dreadful. This article will help you find a great advisor and...