Consulting

We have reached the end of 2022, during which we all achieved great things.  This time of year is normally a time that we can take some time out to go and rest and reflect on all of these achievements during the year.  It is also a time to start thinking and planning for the

A business usually starts to grow from an idea or dream. The originator may be a serial entrepreneur or business owner who sees an opportunity,  a pic…

2022 the year to create the new normal The first month is already in the past, and our festive season breaks are already long forgotten. Our current business plans are in their final stages of delivering, and the next cycle is about to start again. Getting back into this year’s morning routine made me realise

Many business owners have heard of the SWOT analysis. Usually, the SWOT analysis is associated with strategic planning for businesses and organisations. The SWOT analysis is a powerful technique to evaluate your business to develop a strong business strategy. The most significant benefit of the SWOT analysis is that it helps managers and business owners

Is it possible to look into future business trends to understand if your business or job will be safe when the 4th industrial revolution hits us? I recently read an article where 2000 professionals were surveyed: Many South Africans want to work from home, but their bosses won’t let them survey. In the survey, 40%

I recently started reading Simon Sinek’s book, The infinite game. This book builds on the golden circle he introduced in his book, Start with Why. I fully buy into the “WHY” concept as I use it as a basis for both my coaching and consulting work. It provides both intent and focus as well as

When consulting with clients on change management, I begin with the following: The only person who appreciates change is a baby with a dirty nappy. In general, people do not like change, maybe because of the uncertainty. We tend only to change when either forced or if our pain becomes big enough. Covid-19 shook our

Because of lock-down and the risk of being infected by the virus, many employees are working from home. Businesses are under immense financial pressure and are starting to consider if they need all the space for offices as well as a need for retrenching staff due to high costs. The media is littered with articles