First things first Happy New Year! I don't think its too late to ignore that just yet.
So, its February already and I still can't believe how much is going on. Im not just talking about my world either; can anyone actually tell me whats going on in the big world, where are we going, are we going to have a break, is it going to get any easier? Im not quite sure people are actually aware of whats going on around us never mind the implications on UK economy its having......
Fact 1) Fuel Price exc vat today is 114 ppl
Fact 2) Fuel Price exc vat in 2007 was 97 ppl
Fact 3) I don't want to remind myself past 2007
I had an interesting conversation with one of my Senior Managers recently. Before I go on, and to help paint the picture, I try my best to involve as many of the guys as I can with whats going on within the organisation. I involve them with my strategies and Business Development plans - I truly believe in an empowered workforce working in a knowledge rich environment. Anyway, the conversation went along the lines of "Is it going to get any easier?" My answer "No!"
I think this is the normal standard in business and things will not get any easier, not for many years yet. I believe the effort we put in today is a benchmark which we must strive to better if the future is to be EVEN more successful.
I work with a life/business coach and have done for a while. This is the discussion we had recently - Sustaining what you do is very important - Improving what you do is essential! Businesses that want to grow and not just survive will relish while the surviving business will die. Among other things this took a whole mooring.
Ok, what does that say?
Im sure there are many more but I take away two lessons here:
- Don't stare into the rear view mirror, but instead look occasionally, take note and concentrate where you are going!
- Don't worry about things outside of your control as they are inevitable but instead change quickly and adapt where others don't.
I know they are very simple and some of you won't understand my approach but sometimes the most simplest of lessons are the most valuable. In business we sometimes forget these basics - Searching for complex solutions......... That simply are not there!
Taking everything there into consideration what do I do? I remain positive and motivated, deal with problems by creating solutions and enjoy myself everyday.
Whats New
I launched our new Online Pallet Delivery Service last week - Palletonline was established in 2008 and became an internet system that allowed people to book, monitor and progress their distribution services in real time online. It was such a great success that I have re-Launched the brand (with a mascot) with a new website into 2012.
www.palletonline.co.uk
www.facebook.com/palletonline - Join us on Facebook
YIK Telemarketing Ltd
Also YIK Telemarketing Ltd is going really well - Its so great to help business grow and as I've said above, adding value into what you do is important for success. So at YIK I make sure we go the extra mile!
Over Christmas I actually re-branded this business too. We have a great image and new website along with really cool brochures.
If you want to speak about business growth and to see where we can help get in touch today on 0845 658 0103 - Let us get you in contact and much more.
Thanks for reading guys as always get in touch if you need anything or think we could work together.
Some recent photos from a trip to Manchester
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