managing the business
Why leadership and management matter
Without clear direction staff and trades become demotivated. Instigate a simple organisation chartwith clear job descriptions to see staff and trades motivated to please and you have confidence theyare doing as asked. In these 1-hour sessions, common issues such as your time management, delegation and having difficult conversations are covered, followed by engaging the team, building systems and leadership.
Working on the business, not just in it
Many contractors build successful businesses through hard work, technical ability and strong client relationships, but as the business grows it becomes increasingly important to step back from day-to-day delivery and focus on the wider direction of the company. These sessions focus on time management, delegation and having difficult conversations to create additional time for the owner. Personality profiling can be added to understand people’s reactions.
Building an engaged team with robust processes
A growing business cannot rely on one person to make every decision. Strong leadership requires trust, communication and clear accountability throughout the business. This session focuses organisation structure, managing people and improving management systems and processes, so responsibilities, communication and records are clear.
Building an engaged team supported with robust processes
Meetings to keep on track & achieve the long-term goal
The owner of a well-run business should be confident that every decision or activity puts the business in a better position. This session covers short- and long-term review meetings. It will establish the Key Performance Indicators for all aspects of the business to stabilise the business then move onto 3rd party accreditations. The agendas and timings for the reviews can be set up and accountability meetings put in the calendar.
Build a business that doesn't rely on you for everything
Create the structure and accountability your business needs to grow.
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