Moving Towards Meaningful Reporting
A meaningful report has to tell you why, and the more the report can explain the why the better. It is part of an accountant’s role to help explain the “why” that sits behind the numbers they produce.
End of Financial Year Goals – EOFY
End of financial year goals. What is your Big Picture? Review of your Risks. Your People. Personal Goals
There is no “I” in team, but remember the “me”
There is no “I” in team, but always remember the “me”. I am sure a lot of us have experienced it. It could be a performance review, a team meeting or even the CEO giving a state of the nation. “Times are tough, we all need to work together to get the outcome for the company.” You ask a question along the lines of “I am still alright to leave a little early on Thursdays for my kids dance class?”, or “will the weekend work still be needed?”. The response that you receive is “Remember there is no I in team.”
Complexity: the Silent Profit Killer
“Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.” -Albert Einstein
Keeping a Business Budget Relevant
Keeping a Budget Relevant. The Business Plan. Review the Business and Constraints. Build a Budget. Make it Relevant.
The 3 C’s to organise your finances in under 10 minutes
CASH MANAGEMENT, CUSTOMERS, CRITICAL PAYMENTS.
3 Questions to ask before engaging an External CFO
Where and how do you work? What industries do you work in? If my business grows quickly can you still support me?
Do you have flexible hours? Does it work?
Be Clear. Be Open to Change. Be Mindful of Perceptions. Be Proactive in Task Allocation. Be Adaptive. Be Supportive.