Planning pays off

Planning pays off

Banks like to see your business plan if you’re asking for loan or overdraft facilities – although they’re heavily focused on the numbers.  Potential business partners also like to see your plan, whether it’s for the project you’ll be sharing or your full business...
What if I just can’t write?

What if I just can’t write?

Having a great idea for a book doesn’t automatically trigger great writing skills.  Everyone can learn to write well, but it takes time and that may already be one of the reasons you’re not getting started – not enough time. However, not being a brilliant writer...
What if nobody buys my book?

What if nobody buys my book?

There are two sides to this.  Firstly, you need to research your audience before you start writing, so you should have a good idea who will be interested in your book.  Secondly, they won’t buy it if they don’t know about it – so you need to work on your promotion....
AI: Exciting or Scary?

AI: Exciting or Scary?

Nobody would describe me as ‘techy’, I’m a words person, not a technology geek, but AI definitely excites me.  The potential is almost beyond belief.  For small businesses it offers opportunities to do some things that weren’t possible without expensive expert help...
Systems rock!

Systems rock!

I connected up with Lance Wybrow on LinkedIn recently and he kindly offered me a free report aimed at helping small business owners, particularly start-ups to get their finances well-organised to ensure they remain profitable and viable.  While I was somewhat chuffed...