Monday 27 June 2016

When It Rains

When It Rains



There is so much about elections in the news at the moment. From Trump vs Clinton to Brexit to our very own federal election here in Australia. 
The impact of these elections is unknown, widely speculated upon and loaded with fear and uncertainty.

It is so easy to get caught up in the speculation and start to worry unnecessarily about what may or may not happen.
There are a lot of commentators, educated people and highly passionate arguments out there. Some are not very nice.

When it rains negativity and intolerance, I need to change my perspective by surrounding myself with something positive. So let's focus on something good.

As Shakespeare said, "If music be the food of life, play on." So here is a great burst of music to give you a decent feed.
A speaking friend of mine, Rich Allen, has been working with his daughter Pip for the last two years to create her album When It Rains.

Pip wants to share this burst of positivity and delight with the world and so would love for you to have a copy.
I have listened to it and really enjoy her delicate vocals and some of the topic matter.
There are also different styles of music as well. If you would like a copy, head over to her website and download it.
At the very least have a listen and see what you think.

What about you Dear-Reader? When it rains negativity, indifference or unpleasantness on you, how do you deal with it?
How do you protect yourself from this rain and remain focussed on what is important and what brings you joy?


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Monday 20 June 2016

I'm Getting Grumpy

I'm Getting Grumpy



Oh dear. I am turning into one of those grumpy old men who talk about how it was in the "old days". But I am not the only one who is grumpy.

I have posted a few things on social media recently about guns, particularly in the USA. While I know it is a sensitive issue, I figured that avoiding the issue was doing nothing so how about a civil conversation or debate.

Now I have some lovely friends in the USA who are passionate about their guns and while I have a different perspective, I also respect their right to have a different belief.

Then the trolls came.

Somewhere along the way, we have lost the ability to have a civil discussion that attacks an issue and not the person delivering it. It is great to get passionate but it is not nice, pleasant or appropriate to convert a discussion about an issue into a personal attack. So often I see a comment "You're/They're an idiot" or "only fools would believe ..." This does nothing to progress the discussion and only drags it down.

Now this holds true whether you are discussing guns, office policies, strategic directions or the best way to pack a car. It holds true in private discussions, work discussions and even the political discussions we are seeing of late.

We seem to have lost the ability to tolerate an opinion that doesn't match our own, listen with an open mind and then construct a logical argument to support our own beliefs all while being willing to change our opinion if we are proven wrong.

My commitment is to stop being grumpy and focus solely on the issue as well as ensuring my arguments focus on logic and facts rather than attacking an individual and getting carried away with emotion.

What about you Dear-Reader? Will you join me in the Anti-Grump?


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Tuesday 14 June 2016

Every Day Super Power

Every Day Super Power



Each of us has at least one (but usually way more) Every Day Super power. It's just a simple thing that you do incredibly well.

One of mine is making great coffees. Not barista, high pressure, super duper coffee just your run of the mill instant coffees.

The first to notice this super power was my dad. He would often compliment me on how good my coffees were.
All of my wives have loved the way I make coffee. My latest, favourite and definitely last wife now has it down pat on how to request I make them with minimal effort on her behalf (extra good for those mornings when you want a coffee but aren't awake yet.

A couple of days ago I made coffee for some young people (to me that is someone from 20-30) who don't drink a lot of coffee and they both, independently mentioned how good the coffee was.

Now making a cup of coffee won't save the world even if it does make the world a better place. But it is the small things you do with your Every Day Super Power that add up to big things. It's part of recognising that there are no BIG things just a lot of little things all acting together. As we handle the little things better, the BIG things become simple.

So what is your Every Day Super Power? Is it always finding a car park, being remembered by shop assistants, making people laugh, balancing your bank accounts, creating spreadsheets, understanding complicated writing, using a rich vocab? There are so many.

Dear-Reader let me know what your Every Day Super Power is, I am sure it's a cracker.


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Monday 6 June 2016

Are You Ready for the End?

Are You Ready for the End?



The End is coming!!!

OK - so it is just the end of the financial year. Nothing too dramatic but it can still be messy if you are not prepared.

Now many people roll their eyes and then glaze over when people start talking about finances and year end.
So let me reach out and give you a verbal slap on the side of the head.

THIS STUFF IS IMPORTANT!

Too many people delegate their finances and then end up in deep water because they did not pay them enough attention.
You don't have to do it but you have to understand it. If you don't understand then keep asking questions until you do.
This is particularly important for small to medium enterprises.

So here are a few things you need to do (and what I spent Sunday doing).

  • Get your accounts up to date
  • Look at how you will distribute your profits
  • Consider what depreciation you will be doing
  • Consider if there are any significant purchases you may need to make prior to year end
  • Consider if you are paying yourself a wage or a dividend 
  • Ensure you have enough cash on hand to pay your June BAS (you do set some money aside from each sale don't you?)
  • Talk with your accountant NOW about what you may need to do to prepare for year end
  • Read your Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet statements and make sure you understand them

If you are an employee, you won't need to do all of these but it is still important to consider if you want personal tax deductions as to what they may be. 
You may also choose to take the time to consider your financial position and net worth to look at if it has growth since last year and what you need to do about that in the coming year.

The business maxim of "What gets measured gets improved" has never been more relevant than to your own financial situation.

So Dear-Reader are you Ready For The End?


NOTE: This is not considered advice. Every persons situation is different. Please be sure to contact your own financial and business advisers to assess your situation before taking action that may affect your financial situation. We assume no responsibility for any action or lack of action on your behalf based on this legendary and rather nice article. Come on. Let's get serious. You have to take responsibility for yourself and your own situation. I still can't believe you have read all the way to here. Ok, go and do something fun now. 





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