Budgeting & Financial Health - CEO Online

6 Financial Numbers That Steer Your Business

Monday 30 April 2012

Most business owners look only at their profit and loss statement - which is a bit like driving a car using only the rear-view mirror. While a profit and loss statement shows what the business has done, only a balance sheet will show what the business is facing in the future. Learn the numbers you need to keep your eye on - and why.

Overwhelmed Is Under-Planned

Thursday 20 May 2010

Australia dodged the recession and we’re all geared up for growth again. Sounds good, but will we survive growth after the downturn?

Are You Creating Wealth From Your Business?

Monday 15 March 2010

This article looks at the reality in assessing whether you are merely earning an income or actually creating wealth for the future.

Recession Marketing - 10 Mistakes

Tuesday 18 August 2009

Even if you are determined to market your services, there's a good chance you're making some deadly marketing mistakes that will decrease the overall effectiveness of your marketing.

Looking Into The Financial Crystal Ball

Tuesday 9 June 2009

The current economic climate makes it absolutely vital to look into the future and prepare your business for increasing or declining revenues. You need to plan the resources you will need, to fulfil the level of revenues expected.

Handling The Economy Objection Once And For All!

Monday 18 May 2009

If you're still getting the "We're just not going to do anything until the economy gets better" objection when you are asking for the order, I've got some good news and some bad news for you ...

Managing Credit Risk In Tough Economic Times

Thursday 26 February 2009

In order to protect your business's cash flow you need to understand the credit risks of your customers so that you can manage those risks effectively.

Get Your Accounts In Shape For Business Borrowing And Growth

Monday 12 January 2009

Business accounts are not a very sexy subject ... at least when you are up to your ears in running, managing and problem-solving. Unfortunately though, a poor set of out-dated accounts will really hold you back when you need to borrow and your bank manager is asking for current accounts, cashflows and projections.

How To Recession Proof Your Revenue Target

Monday 24 November 2008

When the going gets tough, true sales professionals man the O.A.R. (take Ownership, Accountability and Responsibility), lean harder into the opposing current and double the rowing tempo.

12 Tips For Better Credit Control

Monday 10 November 2008

An inevitable result of tightening credit conditions is that customers take longer to pay their bills. When a business has trouble meeting obligations, it is the squeaky door that gets the oil.