It’s time to stop thinking about sustainability as a green option. Sustainability is a core strategic competence for business in 2010 for businesses that want to be around for the long term. Read More →
Sustainable Business
The fastest way to grow your business: 7 low or not cost steps to take
Social media and a networked world mean we need to change the way we market our businesses. Evidence shows that we believe and trust each other to refer products and services rather than marketing and advertising.
The best way to grow a business is not to concentrate all your effort on looking for new customers but to look after your existing customers and retaining them as customers. Read More →
The tide is turning – silly to ignore it says Business Council head
Customers are asking for it, suppliers are demanding it, bottom lines are proving its financial benefits. Becoming more sustainable is taking hold as a key strategic initiative. The New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development research indicates that around 35% of businesses changed suppliers because they did not meet or were not interested in meeting [...] Read More →
Seeing the Opportunities
We are living in extraordinary times; there has never been a time when so much was possible as now. Scientists and philosophers are saying the same thing – we do create our world. I heard the current situation described as a tsunami and suddenly had the image of a business surfing on top of the largest wave with the team cheering and laughing. Read More →
Sustainable development
Having some tools and processes to spot trends external to your business is important but it is also critical to understand how your team members and you will be reacting to increased stresses – whether you are surfing or sinking there will be increased pressure in the current business environment. Read More →