- Interest Rate OutlookWondering what the interest rates might be doing? I share a few tips that you can use to prepare for any potential rises.
- Profitable Customer ReviewHave you reviewed your customers recently? In this short video, I take you through this great exercise to do if you have been in business for a while to help you focus on your bottom-line profitability.
- Running a Lean BusinessFocus on net profit or your bottom line in your business when you are setting targets for the next year. Ewen explains why that is important, particularly this year with ongoing staff shortages.
- When is the right time to have a Virtual CFO in your business?Are you ready for a Virtual CFO in your business? Ewen explains when is the right time in your business to consider this, and the benefits.
- Focus On FundamentalsEwen explains why focusing on your business fundamentals for 90% of your time is the key to success.
- The roaring 2020s: The similarities of now and the 1920s.
- Lean Operations in 2022: What Waste and Profit Reviews Can Do For Your BusinessThere’s an old adage: “You need to spend money to make money.” It’s true, profitability and expenditure go hand in hand in business. But just because you need to spend money to set your business up for success, doesn’t mean you need to spend more than is necessary. That’s where a waste and profit review…
- Cryptocurrency: What is it and how is it taxed?Australian Baseball Team Perth Heat made headlines when it announced it will give players and staff the option of being paid in Bitcoin. The article outlines their plans to account for fluctuating cryptocurrency prices, as well as the anticipated benefits, like an increased ability to attract international talent. It doesn’t, however, talk about the tax…
- What is a Director Identification Number (director ID) and do I need one?You may have heard about the new rules which require directors of Australian companies to obtain a Director Identification Number (director ID). The new requirement to obtain a director ID also applies to individuals who have an SMSF or a trust with a corporate trustee, which is why I wanted to bring this new requirement to your attention.
- Cash Flow Targets: Reduce Stress & Maximise GrowthHaving enough money for your day-to-day business requirements is crucial. It is what keeps your business going – and helps you sleep at night. Introducing cash flow targets at your business can help you optimise your cash flows. What are Cash Flow Targets? Before we define cash flow targets, let’s take a quick look at…
- When Should a Business Consider a Virtual CFO?Growing a business is incredibly challenging. It takes time, expertise, and good decision making across the board. One of the decisions management will need to make is when to hire a Chief Financial Officer (or CFO). Timing is key for businesses looking to grow and achieve their goals. So, when should a business consider a Virtual…
- How Healthy is Your Business? It’s Time for a Business Health CheckFor many business owners, the pandemic has disrupted ‘business as usual’. Budgeting and business planning have been put aside, while businesses scrambled to adjust to changing regulations, lockdowns, and fluctuating demand. With vaccination targets reached, and business as usual returning, now is a good time for a business health check. What is a Business Health…