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Ever left a meeting thinking, “How can they not see what I see?” Thomas Erikson’s Surrounded by Idiots explains why that happens — and how to fix it. He says people communicate in four colour languages: 🔴 Reds – The Drivers  Fast, decisive, goal-obsessed. They want results yesterday. 🟡 Yellows – The Inspirers  Enthusiastic, social, full of ideas. Great at starting… not always finishing. 🟢 Greens – The Supporters  Calm, loyal, empathetic. They keep teams grounded and steady

They have a stage problem. I’ve just revisited the book "Predictable Success" by Les McKeown — and it perfectly explains why so many businesses feel harder to run than they should. The book’s core idea is simple: Businesses move through predictable stages. What worked at £1m revenue will break at £5m. What worked at £5m revenue will stall at £10m. Here’s what I see as well 👇 ⚠️ Stage: “Whitewater” Symptoms:  • Founder overwhelmed  • Missed deadlines  • Firefighting culture  

Many growing businesses face a common challenge: they need expert financial leadership but cannot afford or justify a full-time finance director. This gap often slows decision-making, limits strategic growth, and increases financial risks. Fractional finance directors offer a practical solution by providing high-level financial expertise on a part-time basis. This approach helps businesses improve performance without the cost of a full-time executive. In this post, we explore

Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business or personal financial health. Without a steady flow of money coming in and going out, even the most promising ventures can struggle to survive. Managing cash flow effectively requires more than just tracking income and expenses. It demands strategic planning, informed decision-making, and sometimes, expert guidance. This post explores practical ways to maximize cash flow by applying expert financial advice. Whether you run a small bu