How Well Do You Manage Your Own Performance? One of the toughest tasks for any business owner is to determine the cause of their own performance challenges. Since decisions to remedy the problem will depend on the diagnosis, accurate assessment is crucial. Let’s explore a number of factors influencing self performance, so that you are [...]
What Does Fear and Risk Mean to You?
I had an interesting session this week with one of my 1-2-1 Business Coaching Clients… We were discussing a new venture he is taking on, as he was telling me his plans – I noticed the colour fading in his cheeks and the energy dropping in his voice. He had mentioned the word RISK! I [...]
When Times Are Tough, Customer Service Matters
Why is Customer Service Important? Today, we seem to be bombarded constantly with news of the difficulties faced by business. Is it all bad news? Certainly not. Is there anything a businessperson can do to overcome these pressures? Absolutely…but success in these challenging times is never easy. As always, it demands commitment, hard work and [...]
Do You See Yourself as a Warrior or a Worrier?
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt We all know someone who recently lost a job or who is struggling with their business. The economy is tough today. Sales are down, credit is tight, budgets are being slashed, and jobs are being cut. We’ve all been affected. It’s [...]
Where Does The Motivation Come From?
Where is her motivation? During a recent 1-2-1 business coaching session with one of my long standing clients, I noticed her energy was slightly lower than normal, a few tasks had slipped and she is off track, she just seemed different. Now I am sat in front of a driven client, she knows where she is going and [...]
21 Strategies To Improve Cashflow – A Check-List
Use this Check-list of 21 Strategies To Quickly Improve Cashflow in your Business. Why is it important to improve cashflow – Cashflow or pure cash is often referred to as the life blood of business and I guess that’s true. Life will soon leave a body devoid of blood so a business will similarly perish without cashflow [...]
How Sharp is Your Saw? – Habit 7 Stephen Covey
Habit #7 in Steve Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is called “Sharpen the Saw.” Covey uses the common analogy of a woodcutter who is sawing for several days straight and is becoming less and less productive. The process of cutting dulls the blade. So the solution is to periodically sharpen the saw. [...]
A Short Video – Lessons From Geese
Are you responsible for the performance of a team? Here are some great lessons from geese Lessons From Geese: Real Teams Fly in Formation. When you see geese flying in “V” formation, you might consider what science has discovered as to why they fly that way. As each bird flaps its wings, it creates uplift for [...]
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The Only 5 Ways To Increase Profits in a Business
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Accelerate Your Business Growth – In 6 Steps
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How do I get my team to focus on the highest priorities of the business? Part 1
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Financial Mastery Budgeting Basics – Part 1
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The Gentle Art of Delegation
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10 Tips – How To Stay Young as a Leader
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Some Simple Truths about Marketing – Why Most Don’t Work…
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What Are The Attitudes of A Great TEAM Member?
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Setting Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
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Choosing to Change Your Life? – Here’s a Formula to Help…
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Attention Bristol Based Business Owners
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How To Manage Your Own Performance
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The Speed Of Change
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What Does Fear and Risk Mean to You?
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When Times Are Tough, Customer Service Matters
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212 Degrees – The Extra Degrees Count
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You Can’t Send A Duck To Eagle School
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Do You See Yourself as a Warrior or a Worrier?
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Attention Business Owners North Bristol & South Gloucestershire
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Where Does The Motivation Come From?
About David
Hi, I am David Bater writer of this BLOG. I work as a Business Growth Coach and Business Development Consultant with business owners and other professionals to help them achieve their business goals and reach their true potential.
Many professionals are highly skilled at what they do - but are not sure how to best market their capabilities and are uncomfortable in selling situations. I help them get comfortable and competent at marketing and selling their professional services - helping them to grow their businesses and build fulfilling careers.
On a personal note, Husband of 34 years to Nicola, father of two daughters and grandfather of three children. Pretend golfer and keen walker.
