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From Christine Nicholson, an award-winning professional business mentor, author and speaker.
How to Get More From A Successful Business Exit
Business exit plays a critical role in most business owners financial future. Statistics show that over 70% of business owners rely on the proceeds from their businesses to fund their retirement. Yet only 2% have a clear understanding of the business exit value. This is alarming especially when most business owners are “planning” (mentally) for […]
How to Make Your Business More Profitable
Master how to make your business more profitable: Know Your Numbers Successful business ownership goes beyond an entrepreneurial spirit. Making your business more profitable is a journey that requires a deep understanding of critical financial numbers. These key metrics, often sidelined, hold unparalleled importance in mapping the future trajectory of your business. The first step […]
How to Get More Successful in Your Business
Navigating Success in Business: Practical Lessons from Baroness Karen Brady Baroness Karen Brady tells how to get more successful in business with a story of courage and tenacity. From choosing to work over university to steering a billion-pound company and impacting legislation in the House of Lords. Baroness Brady, being the first female director of […]
Understand Finance to Make Your Business Worth More
“ACCOUNTING – is possibly the most boring subject in the world. And it is also one of the most confusing. But if you want to be rich, long-term, it could be the most important….” I’ve been working with entrepreneurs and business owners for many years. One of the most common themes is either the fear […]
How Employee Ownership Trusts Make Your Business Worth More
Your Guide to Employee Ownership Trusts: Strengthening Your Business’ Future and Transforming Your Business “Employee ownership is world changing. Human capital is now more important than physical assets.” These wise words by former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown MP, hold true more than ever today. Simply said, when your employees have a financial stake […]
How to Plan Your Business Exit for More Money
Plan Your Business Exit: A Practical Guide to Selling Your Business You may think your business’s sale is a far-off event. if you plan your business exit at the same time as your growth it has a positive affect on your financial future. Selling a business is not all about profitable offers; it’s a meticulously […]
How A Succession Plan Means More Business Value
Start Today for a Secure Tomorrow: The Why Succession Planning means more business value. How to Protect Your Business Legacy: A No-Nonsense Guide to Succession Planning Peter Drucker, the renowned management consultant, has been quoted saying, “Succession planning often results in the selection of a weaker representation of yourself.” But, with conscious planning, we can […]
4 Steps to Make Your Business Value Higher
Running a successful business is no small feat, and planning can seem like an overwhelming task. This guide provides you, the business owner, with practical, easy-to-implement steps to increase your business’s value and prepare for a successful future transition or sale. It’s 4 Steps to make your business value higher 1. Draw up a Clear […]
Make Your Business Value Higher with Customer Satisfaction
What roel do customers play in making your business value higher? Customer satisfaction plays a key role in keeping business healthy and thriving. It’s not just about keeping you in the lead, it’s about making sure your whole team can uphold these relations. Why? Because when customers trust your whole business and not just you, […]
Accelerate Your Business Exit for More Money
Why is Business Exit Like a Fireworks Display? Isn’t it fascinating to watch a grand fireworks display? Each rocket fired adds to the spectacle, leading up to a mesmerizing finale. Planning to accelerate your business exit can be similarly orchestrated, albeit without the literal bangs and pops. This article will guide you, as a business […]
How to Build a More Successful Business
This is the story of how Nick Wheeler, Founder of Charles Tyrwhitt, built a more successful business. Nick’s opening comments reflect his humble nature, “I feel like the most scruffy person here in the presence of so many smart people!”. This, of course, belies the steel and tenacity of a man who has been bust […]
How to Make Your business Worth More with a Succession Plan
When you started your business you probably didn’t realise how much effort it would take and how much pressure it would put on you. Especially when you grow and start employing people. One big question is how do you make sure that all your hard work doesn’t disappear if you aren’t around, whatever the reason […]
Get Even More Value for Your Business
6 Ways to Get Even More Value – A Simple Action Plan for Every Business Owner Your business is your pension, right? Then it’s time to make sure you get even more value from your business when you come to sell it or pass it on to the next generation. Understanding the value of your […]
6 Ways to Show Your Business Value
Understanding and effectively communicating your business value is crucial for long-term success. In this practical article, we will explore the significance of identifying your value and provide actionable steps to help you differentiate yourself from competitors. 1. Define Your Unique Value Proposition and Clearly Differentiate Your Business To stand out in the crowded marketplace, it’s […]
3 Ways of Showing Your Business Value Proposition
Effectively articulating your business value proposition is paramount for business success. This comprehensive guide provides practical and actionable steps to craft a compelling value proposition statement, develop effective communication strategies, and maintain consistency in brand messaging. By following this rich and informative content, you will learn how to communicate your unique value to your target […]
How to Boost Your Success and Get More Business Value
Your chances of success in life and in business are statistically improved by having the RIGHT mentor, where valuable connections, timely advice and moral guidance can accelerate the journey to your success. How to Accelerate Your Success with a Business Mentor The main benefits of having a business mentor are: A good mentor has been […]
How to Get More Business Value by Understanding Finance
The balance sheet is a snapshot at a point in time showing the assets and liabilities and the net value of your business. It shows you what value the shareholders’ funds are and therefore what’s the value of your business is in very simple terms. Understanding your balance sheet with boost your business success. It’s […]
Get the Best Business Value – Master Cash Flow Forecasts
Having a handle on your cash flow is one of the most important aspects of business management and business value. This is because cash is the life blood of any business (even not-for-profit and social enterprise). Here’s how to master cash flow forecasting for more business value. Money makes the world go round!! Cash Flow […]
Get More Value From Your Business: Understand Staff Costs
How do your get more value from your business? Understanding your numbers is the big step. One of the biggest costs that most businesses face is the cost of employees. It’s not just the cost of salaries that need to be accounted for, but a wide range of extra benefits often offered such as medical […]
Succession Planning for the Best Business Value
Succession Planning is all about adding value to your business and enabling a better exit. One of the most important aspects of choosing the next leader in your organization is understanding what you are looking for. If you are honest with yourself, you were probably not the best leader for your business once you got […]