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If something in your business feels messy, slow, or uncomfortable right now, pause before you try to fix it. Ask instead – Is this mud… or is it money? Sometimes […]

The Quick Win: This week, pick one area of your business that feels slightly wobbly (not broken – just off balance). Don’t fix everything. Simply adjust one small thing – […]

Do you get derailed in meetings and end up agreeing with things you didn’t see coming?  Try this! Set an agenda for the meeting or conversation. Note one inclusion boundary […]

What happens during your busiest times of the year?  Try this! Block two buffer afternoons in your busiest fortnight – mark “no meetings”; and reserve for those catch-up and urgent […]

It’s easy to let one or two negative comments overshadow a mountain of positive feedback. Whether you’re presenting work, delivering a service, or sharing ideas, that single critical remark can […]

Recently we had an invigorating discussion on reviewing our own businesses. It highlighted a lack of drill down into direct costs and net profit by a number of bookkeepers for […]

A Smart Bookies Club Forum discussion a couple of years back used the analogy of driving a bus to remind us that taking charge, making intentional decisions, and staying aligned […]

We are often put on the spot, having to formulate a quick answer and provide feedback. While preparing for an upcoming workshop on ‘Managing Difficult Conversations’ Smart Books founder, Leaine […]