Energy Please

Jacob Aldridge, about 1 year ago

I firstly want to welcome all of the new readers - since we asked for introductions two weeks ago the number of recipients has grown by almost 50%!I can't tell you how energising that it for my team - so keep an eye out in future weeks for this button Send to a Friendwhich can help you continue to share our emails.With Winter approaching and a Recession set to become official on June 3rd, the Energy in business is a timely subject. This week's Business Links all relate to some key aspects of Energy - Health, Expectations, Revenue ... and... Read More

Do More with Less

Jacob Aldridge, about 1 year ago

It's the most common question of any business downturn - how can I do more, when I have less?Even for those trying to grow with the same resource as last year, it's a question that comes from feeling restricted, or held back. But don't let that feeling hide the fact that this is the pain that creates business innovation.This is the year where we learn to do more with less. For some of us, necessity will be the mother of invention; I am choosing to relish the opportunity to innovate, before necessity arrives.This week's links are all examples of innovation... Read More

Just Wanna Have Fun

Jacob Aldridge, about 1 year ago

  Sure, now is no time to be flippant with your business - the culture of excess that exists in boom times has, rightfully, been replaced with efficiency and necessary belt-tightening.But whether you've done this exercise already, are planning next year's budget, or are benefiting from a counter-cyclical industry, you need to understand that you can cut too much from the expense column.One risk is cutting time and budget assigned to strategic planning - saving money now, but scrambling to catch up when your industry takes off again. Also paramount is the importance of Culture - the experience you and your team have... Read More