In the final installment of Bouncing Back, we discuss planning for the future and how to manage the difficulties of working alongside a fast-paced economy. It considers the prevalence of digital disruption, and the need to be proactive rather than reactive in order to stay ahead of the competition.
Disruption is a word which has become ubiquitous in recent years. Technology is advancing at such a rate that there’s barely an industry or company unaffected. – Leanne Berry
This episode discusses the next steps for running your business, whether it is making product developments to suit a change in consumer demand, utilising new technology, or preparing the business for sale or franchise.
If you put blinkers on to the disruption and change occurring in your industry you risk being left behind. – Leanne Berry
Listen to Australian small business owners and experts including:
- Wendy Bretnall-Wood, founder of Wendy’s Music
- Alan Rodway, business coach
- Ebru Sak, founder of Saks Salons
- John Di Natale, business coach and wealth creation adviser, and Director of Equi Wealth.
I hope you’ve enjoyed listening to this podcast series on Bouncing Back.
Below are links to further resources for small business people helping you to look after yourself and your business.
My Business Health
https://www.asbfeo.gov.au/my-business-health/home
My Business Health
https://www.asbfeo.gov.au/my-business-health/home
Ahead for Business
https://aheadforbusiness.org.au/
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue Support small business owners to improve their mental health and wellbeing at work guide
https://das.bluestaronline.com.au/api/prism/document?token=BL/1908
Five Minute Mental Health Check Up (Ahead for Business)
https://aheadforbusiness.org.au/mental-health-screen
It’s been such a pleasure to host this wonderful series on Bouncing Back and share the amazing stories, experiences and helpful advice of all our wonderful guests.
Remember
- Setbacks and challenges are an inevitable part of running a small business.
- There is no one-size-fits-all approach and mistakes happen.
- Failing is a normal part of life and often teaches us the most important business lessons.
- ‘It’s not failure holding us back – it’s our view of failure’.
- It is important to reach out for support when you are struggling.
- It is normal to need to ask for help from time to time.
Thank you to Sound Cartel and the Australian Government Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources
