At Agenda Business Consultants, we’ve found ourselves saying this phrase a lot recently: “Don’t leave anything to chance.”

It’s more than just good advice; it’s essential guidance for navigating a world that feels increasingly unsettled. Whether it’s economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, or changing regulations, there’s no shortage of challenges that can quickly catch a business off guard.

When the [...]

In today’s fast-paced business environment, staying ahead isn’t just about working harder, it’s about working smarter. At Agenda Business Consultants, we understand that routine administrative tasks, while essential, can eat away at your time and energy. By the time your daily to-do list is done, you have little time or headspace for the very resources you need to grow and [...]

There’s no doubt that technology has brought immeasurable benefits to the modern-day business owner. With smart phones, wifi and hosted desktops, you can keep track of everything that’s going on at all times, never missing an important call or email. However, today’s ‘always on’ world also has a downside…A recent survey found that 30% of business owners will have to [...]

Being a business owner can sometimes seem like a thankless task. You’ve got a to do list that never seems to go down – in fact, for every task you complete, you seem to gain another two in its place. You have to be an expert across multiple different disciplines – from HR to marketing, finance to sales.  And no [...]

Business life is tough, and we’re all glad of some support and guidance when it’s available – especially when it’s free!

Today’s challenging marketplaces mean it’s more important than ever to keep your business on track. In the whirlwind of decision-making, networking and simply getting the job done, it can be difficult to know where to turn for advice.

That’s why Agenda’s [...]

Running a small business is fraught with challenges, but the day-to-day processes of simply being in an office space play second fiddle to the main tasks of earning money, don’t they? Actually, no, and in this post I’d like to explore why office management for small businesses makes a huge difference to your chances of success.

Working in an office of [...]

The search for ways to make a business more efficient has been baffling business owners, panicking employees and helping authors write countless how-to guides, for years. Now, it’s time to clear away all the extraneous fluff (that’s tip number one!) and show you how it’s done.

Firstly, remain focused. This is one of the best ways to make a business more [...]

We live in an age of entrepreneurship. The abundance of business resources and new opportunities out there means that everywhere you turn, it seems like everyone and his auntie is launching The Next Big Thing. But just having an idea isn’t enough, so it’s time to explore why a business plan is important.

The process of developing a business plan is [...]

When you’re working to improve your business, your focus is usually on the big things. Big decisions, big contracts, big hopes, big pressures, and often some big leaps of faith. It can be easy to think that these are the only things that matter, but the small things often make a massive difference in the long term.

Of course, the little [...]

The idea that the customer is king has become a cliche. It’s been argued and counter-argued over the ages; the fact is, though, it’s TRUE. Treat your clients like royalty and you could have the keys to the treasure house…

Taking care of your customers means looking at the way you run your business, the service you provide, and the products [...]