Why Is Customer Lifetime Value Important? As a business owner, you need to cater to your customers. Having satisfied and loyal customers is extremely vital to the growth of all businesses since, at the end of the day, the gains, and the profit one makes are due to the...
Have you ever thought about product grouping? Or has it been something you’ve put on the shelf and it’s been collecting dust? How does it get you a greater financial understanding of your business? How product grouping can help Above all by looking at your...
Are thinking of getting a loan? Did you know that there are mistakes in borrowing money? So the logical question is: Do you want to know how to avoid those pitfalls? Here are four simple steps to follow so that you can be on your way to avoiding those common mistakes...
Each business plan needs to be meticulously constructed in order to be effectively used in the future. This blog will discuss the final steps of a business plan and give you an overall idea of what needs to be done. The three groups that encompass these final...
Wondering how to price your products or services so you can make a profit? It’s not as simple as it seems because it involves several things to consider. That’s why figuring out the right price is one of the biggest challenges business owners face. There are...
Do you need a system that will track the performance of your employees in a consistent and measurable way? Then you need a performance management system for your business! Wondering how to create one? You're in the right place! In this video, I'll be talking to...
What is turnover in business? We’re here to answer that question for you. If you’ve been looking to get a grasp of what turnover is, then it certainly doesn’t help that there are different terms for it. As a result, you’re left wondering what they mean when they use...
Do you want to reduce your costs by 25% to 30%? If so, then target costing is the right choice for you. Therefore pricing using target costing can help you cut costs without sacrificing quality. Traditional and target costing - differences The two methods share...
Making your business partnership work can be daunting if you have never had a partnership. If you intend to start a partnership with a friend or a family member, you should consider many things. Do not assume that just because you get along in a personal...
Do you see your business numbers as a friend or foe? If you are in business, what is your attitude towards your numbers? Do you like them, dislike them, or is it somewhere in between? That is what we are going to cover in this blog. If you think that money is...
Planning is an essential process for any business, regardless of its size or industry. It involves setting objectives, developing strategies, and laying out the actions needed to achieve them. Remember if you want your business to be successful, you need to get...
Organisations that thrive and do well have the element of business resilience. Resilient companies are those that will be most likely to push through challenging or uncertain times. What is business resilience? Business resilience is what makes a company adapt...
Are you sure that you’ve priced your products well? Or maybe you’re at the beginning of your business journey and you’re wondering what the best way to do it is. This blog will teach you how to price your products based on different pricing strategies so that...
Knowing your gross profit is one of the most important steps to understanding the health of your business. Gross profit is the amount of money a company makes after subtracting the cost of goods sold from total revenue. In this blog, we are going to look at...
The topic of this blog is how operational gearing affects your business. In a nutshell, it shows much risk you have and affects your survival, growth, and prosperity. But let’s take a step-by-step approach and start with operational gearing first. Operational...
Decision making when things are calm is not the same as decision making under uncertainty. Because when it’s business as usual, you pretty much just follow the strategy laid out in your business plan, and take action that you’ve planned out beforehand. But...
To understand break even, you first need to know the components involved with business activity. But how do you find out what your business requires to break even? What is break even in business? Your business breaks even when your sales cover all your costs -...
Building your cashflow forecast might seem unnecessary to some - at a first glance, that is. That's why, this cashflow forecast guide aims to explain why you need one and how to build it. Because, you might be thinking, "I don't need one of those. I'm not going...
A DIY cashflow forecast in Microsoft Excel. Sound interesting? Then read on: Perhaps not because you aren’t as comfortable dealing with numbers. But, this blog (and vlog) is here to show you that it isn’t scary at all. Especially when someone guides you every...
How to avoid undercapitalization and what it is, is the topic of this video and blog. It’s when the company hits a financial brick wall. But, let’s take a more step-by-step approach and explain everything so it’s easy to understand. In this blog (and vlog), you...
Resource analysis for your business is what will help you with your business growth and success. Is the current set of supplies helping or hurting your business? Find out in this short blog (and vlog). Types of resources Firstly, we’ll look at what resources...
Setting the right business targets can seem daunting, but it need not be. We will help you to choose the right targets for your business, and provide tips on how to reach them. Why targets are important The first thing that we want to make sure of is explain...
How to budget your money is vital. Especially when times are challenging, but also when times are good. What is a budget? A budget is a plan for how you will spend your money. It can help you save money and make better financial decisions. Where to start?...
Are you a business owner who is looking to write a financial plan for your company? If so, you're in luck! In this blog, I will be teaching you how to write a business financial plan that is both accurate and achievable. So, whether you're just starting out or...
Creating and following a financial plan (your financial story) is an important step to taking control of your finances. If you're like most business owners, you know that it's important to have a financial plan in place. But do you know how to effectively use...
Do you want to find out how to make financial projections and how to do it realistically? Here’s an easy-to-understand guide about making financial projections. A financial projection - meaning A financial projection is a forecast of the revenue and expenses...
Are you thinking about the best ways to grow your business? Wondering if you’re doing all the right things to enable growth? Then, read on for our three tips for business growth. More specifically, we are going to look at MCP. MCP is not some new medication or...
Making profit must be at the top of your business goals - ignore that at your peril. Firstly, I am going to tell you why making profit is vital for you and your business. Secondly, I will tell you how you go about making profit. But before we go into that,...
Profit should be one of your main business goals. Profit is used to build sustainability, monitor, manage, and measure your performance. But what is profit in business, and why is it so important? For most people, profit is the difference between money in and...
Handling business taxes in financial planning is a daunting task for many small businesses. It’s easy to get overwhelmed when it comes to taxes. However understanding the basics helps you make the best decisions for your business. Let’s take a look at some...