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I have a few areas in my life where I call myself a leader or an expert, and sometimes, it feels like a big label to live up to. Every now and then I’ll find myself on a roller coaster of self-doubt and then a great result, which in the end was expected by everyone […]
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Business Valuation – Expert Insights
I am often asked “What’s the multiple for my business?”, “What’s the valuation formula?” or “Do I multiply my profit by three?” Unfortunately, business valuation is not this simple. Business value does not stand independent of the market it operates in, nor is the value just based on the profits generated by a business. I […]
CRS and AEOI Explained
Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) From 1 July 2017, New Zealand financial institutions are required to undertake due diligence on their account holders, including the controlling person of certain entity accounts. The purpose of the due diligence, is to identify non-resident account holders and controlling persons, and once identified, the […]
"I'm boooooored!"
“I’m bored.” How many times as a child did you say that to your mum or dad? And I’m sure their response was never the answer you wanted or was never something exciting to do. My mum’s answer went something like this… “If you are bored how about you go clean your room or why […]
Operational Reviews
The business is earning more revenue, work is flying in the door, but for some reason this revenue is not reflected in margins or the bottom line. Everyone’s HAPPY? No, not everyone is happy. The staff and clients are starting to complain. Managers are trying harder to control margins, and the finance team are cutting […]
What happens when you can't fake it anymore?
As Practice Manager for Gilligan Sheppard, I am speaking from experience on the subject. This article describes the method I used to get to a better place – hopefully it helps you as well. The old saying “fake it ‘til you make it” requires effort, consistency and time. But what happens when it’s just too […]