Terminating an employee is never fun. Even for the most polished and seasoned business owner, the process of letting someone go is almost universally stressful, unpleasant and emotionally challenging. Nobody wants to be the bearer of bad news or the person that...
StratPro equips businesses with enhanced leadership, stronger communication, and better strategic alignment. Originally designed for SMBs, these workshops are now also empowering enterprise companies to drive growth at both the departmental and organisational levels....
A focus on short-term planning, unclear communication channels, and lack of an organisational mission were contributing to process inefficiencies that resulted in customer dissatisfaction and employee frustration. Discover how StratPro’s proven strategic tools and...
Matt Reid launched Razor, a successful web, design, and marketing company based in Auckland, New Zealand, while still attending high school. Nearly 15 years later, Matt knew it was the right time to expand his business. He also knew growth wasn't just about getting...
When Brian Alford found himself questioning how to move his business forward, he knew something had to change. Like many business owners, Brian struggled with delegation and accountability, and he was endlessly stuck working IN his business rather then ON it. In this...
Our sole mission at The Alternative Board is to provide business owners and team leaders the insight and tools they need to become better leaders running stronger, more successful organisations. That has been and always will be our driving force. We launched The...
Running a business today is no small feat. For many private business owners from Perth to Sydney, it can feel incredibly isolating. You carry a level of responsibility that doesn't switch off when the sun goes down. Decisions follow you home to the dinner table....
Understanding people is the key to building high-performing teams. DISC assessments provide a clear, practical framework to do just that. In this white paper, we walk you through how DISC assessments work, how to interpret the insights, and how different...
For many small and medium business owners, the biggest challenge isn’t ambition. It’s time. Running a business means wearing multiple hats. One moment you’re leading the team, next you’re handling operations, reviewing finances, replying to emails, or solving...
Many business owners make the mistake of confusing basic accounting capability with true financial literacy. Being able to keep your books balanced is important, but it doesn’t give you the deeper, more dynamic understanding of your business’s financial health that...
Few metrics matter more to SMEs than cash flow. Revenue might suggest growth, but cash flow determines survival, flexibility, and long-term opportunity. In practical terms, cash flow is one of the clearest indicators of a business’s financial health. When cash flow is...
Even when business operations appear to be running smoothly, many business owners and CEOs find they are falling short when it comes to clear strategic direction and effective execution. Creating a compelling vision for the future is one thing. Turning that vision...
At The Alternative Board, we are committed to continual improvement. For nearly five years, we have worked closely with a team of independent researchers led by organisational behaviour expert Dr Roman Terekhin. Their work examines a wide range of peer advisory boards...
The beginning of the year is an ideal time to step back from the day to day operations of your business and make space to tick a few important items off your list. Here are 10 practical tasks that will help you begin 2026 on the right foot. Strategic Planning Review...
The business of doing business is evolving at breakneck speed these days. Advancements in technology, changing consumer preferences, and a range of global dynamics continue to create both opportunities and challenges for small to medium sized businesses and the...
With so much change happening in business, from new tariffs and global shifts to the unprecedented impact of artificial intelligence, smart business owners know they need to recognise and respond to changes in their market, customers and industries. But recognising...
As artificial intelligence transforms the way we work, one question stands out:Can technology ever replace the depth of human connection and shared experience? Our new whitepaper, AI vs. Peer Wisdom: Why Business Owners Will Always Need Each Other, explores the...
Strong middle managers don't appear overnight. They need the right training, support and practical experience to succeed. Yet, in many organisations, managers receive less formal development than almost any other group of employees. Research from a Chartered...
Over the past decade, Mikael Wedemeyer and Nathan Mussig have gained invaluable insights into running a successful business as partners in Niche Studio, a web development and design firm. Discover how The Alternative Board's Business Builder’s Blueprint empowered them...
The equation is straightforward: a leader with poor or ineffective management habits will likely get less from their team, while employees under strong business leadership tend to work harder and achieve more. Think about the benefits when small business team...
Many business owners start with a bold vision, yet too often, the daily grind takes over. Instead of running their business, they feel like their business is running them. They have a general idea of where they want to go, but lack a structured plan to get there....
Many business owners have big ambitions for growth and success, but often lack the right systems and structure to make it happen. That’s where Blueprint comes in — The Alternative Board's strategic planning and execution platform designed to help business owners get...
Running and growing a business in Australia is no walk in the park. But often, it’s not due to a lack of effort from business owners, it’s quite the opposite. Many business leaders are putting in 80-hour weeks, attending back-to-back meetings, juggling recruitment...
“Employee happiness” might not appear as a line item on your profit and loss statement, but it can make or break your business. In Australia’s competitive job market, keeping your team happy is not just about being a “nice” boss. It is about attracting the right...
Imagine this. You are a business owner who has painstakingly built an organisation, in large part by hiring the most talented, capable people you could find. You wanted them to be happy and inspired, so you installed a mini basketball hoop near the staff kitchen and...
In Australia, we pride ourselves on running businesses that are not just successful but also great places to work. Part of that comes down to the people we bring on board – their skills, attitudes, and the way they work with others. “Cultural fit” is a term you’ve...
As a business owner, even if you’re not planning to step away for years, the choices you make today can shape your future success. Early planning puts you in control, it helps lift the value of your business, makes transitions smoother, and ensures that when the time...
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