Get Someone Independent to Hold You to Account

DLA Partners Professional Accountants and Advisors in Brisbane Get Someone Independent To Hold You To Account (2)

Have you ever set a New Year’s resolution, only to reset the same one the following year? You’re not alone, around 80% of resolutions fail. The difference between success and failure often comes down to one factor: accountability. The most reliable way to complete the actions you commit to is to give someone nagging rights. […]

Be Open to Change and New Learning

DLA Partners Professional Accountants and Advisors in Brisbane Be Open To Change And New Learning

The truth is, we don’t know what we don’t know. And in today’s world, where learning resources are everywhere, there’s no excuse to stop growing. Think of how many new things a child learns every day — with curiosity, energy, and persistence. As adults, we often lose that mindset, but the most successful business owners […]

Define What Success Looks Like for You

DLA Partners Professional Accountants and Advisors in Brisbane Define What Success Looks Like For You

Your business exists to serve you — not the other way around. Yet many owners find themselves working harder and enjoying it less. The average person spends 40,000 hours at work over their lifetime and life is simply too short to be stuck doing things we don’t enjoy. Success looks different for everyone, but clarity […]

If I’m working ON my business what should I be doing?

DLA Partners Professional Accountants and Advisors in Brisbane If I'm Working On My Business What Should I Be Doing

I’m sure you’ve heard about the need to work ‘on’ your business as well as working ‘in’ your business. But have you ever stopped to think what exactly you should be doing? First some practical distinctions to compare working ‘on’ and working ‘in’. Working ‘On’ Your Business (Essentially Planning) Working ‘In’ Your Business (Essentially Doing […]

Setting goals for you and your business for the new financial year

DLA Partners Professional Accountants and Advisors in Brisbane Setting Goals For You And Your Business For The New Financial Year

The new financial year is a new beginning. As a business owner this a great time for you to reflect on where you are at and think about your business goals for the financial year ahead. Setting goals is an essential part of personal and professional growth. These could be lofty goals, or even setting […]