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03/11/2026

An investment can look valuable on paper and still be difficult to access.

When building wealth, it's natural to focus on how much an asset is worth or what return it might produce.

But there's another important consideration: how easily can you access that value when you need it?

Different assets come with different levels of liquidity, costs and restrictions.

Before committing funds, consider:

• How quickly could the asset be converted to cash?
• What costs might be involved?
• Are there restrictions on selling or withdrawing funds?
• Does the investment timeframe suit your broader goals?

An asset's value is important.

So is understanding when that value may actually be available to you.

02/11/2026

An unpaid invoice doesn't automatically mean you can claim a bad debt deduction.

Most business owners have experienced a customer who doesn't pay.

But when an invoice becomes difficult to collect, the tax treatment isn't always straightforward.

A bad debt deduction may be available in certain circumstances, depending on how the income was treated and whether the debt has genuinely been written off.

Before assuming it's deductible, make sure you:

• Check how the original income was reported.
• Keep records of debt recovery efforts.
• Document when and why the debt was written off.
• Confirm whether GST adjustments apply.

An overdue invoice and a deductible bad debt aren't necessarily the same thing.

If you're unsure, review the position with your tax adviser before claiming a deduction.

01/11/2026

Sometimes the most useful thing a leader can do is listen.

Business owners are often expected to have the answers, make decisions and keep things moving.

But listening can be just as valuable as giving direction.

When someone raises an issue, it's tempting to jump straight into solving it. Sometimes, they simply need the space to explain what's happening.

A few habits worth practising:

• Let people finish before responding.
• Ask questions to understand, not just to reply.
• Avoid assumptions about what the problem might be.
• Summarise what you've heard before deciding what to do next.

Listening doesn't mean agreeing with everything.

It means taking the time to understand the situation before responding.

Because good leadership isn't just about having the right answers. It's also about making sure you're asking the right questions.

29/10/2026

Fun fact: A well-documented business can be easier to hand over than a larger one.

Business value isn't just about revenue, equipment or the number of customers.

How easily someone else can understand and operate the business can matter just as much.

Imagine a new manager stepping in tomorrow.

Would they know:

• Where are important agreements stored?
• How key responsibilities are allocated?
• Which processes are essential to daily operations?
• Who to contact when something unexpected happens?

Documentation doesn't need to be complicated. It simply needs to be useful, up to date and accessible to the right people.

A business that's easier to understand may also be easier to manage, grow or eventually transfer.

How well could someone else step in and keep your business running without you?

28/10/2026

A lost opportunity can still teach you something valuable.

Not every proposal becomes a client.

Not every tender is successful.

And not every business opportunity moves forward.

It's tempting to move straight to the next one, especially when there's plenty of work waiting.

But occasionally, taking the time to review what didn't happen can be just as valuable as celebrating what did.

Consider asking yourself:

• Did we understand the customer's needs?
• Was our value communicated clearly?
• Were there concerns we could have addressed?
• Is there something we can improve for next time?

Sometimes, the answer is simply that the opportunity wasn't the right fit.

Other times, there's a lesson worth keeping.

You can't win every opportunity, but you can learn from the ones you don't.

28/10/2026

The wait is almost over.

27/10/2026

The interest rate isn't the only thing that matters when reviewing debt.

Debt can serve different purposes, from funding business equipment to purchasing property or supporting an investment.

But the structure and conditions of that debt can matter just as much as the headline interest rate.

When reviewing your borrowing arrangements, consider:

• Purpose — What was the debt originally used for?
• Affordability — Are the repayments still manageable?
• Flexibility — Does the loan give you room to adapt as circumstances change?
• Long-term goals — Does the arrangement still support where you want to go financially?

The lowest advertised rate isn't necessarily the most suitable arrangement.

It's not just about how much interest you pay. It's about whether your debt continues to work for you.

A regular review with an appropriately qualified adviser may help identify potential issues before they become costly.

26/10/2026

Working from home? Not every household expense is tax-deductible.

Many Australian business owners use part of their home for work. But working from home doesn't automatically make all household expenses deductible.

What you can claim depends on your circumstances, how you use your home for work, and the applicable tax rules.

Before claiming home-based expenses, consider whether you have:

• Identified the right costs — Separate work-related expenses from private household costs.
• Kept proper records — Document your expenses and how you use your home for work.
• Checked the calculation method — Different methods may apply depending on your circumstances.
• Considered the bigger picture — Some claims may have other tax consequences down the track.

The right approach can look different for every business owner.

Not sure what you can claim? Check with your tax adviser before lodging your return.

26/10/2026

Cash flow habits.

25/10/2026

People remember what you follow through on.

In business, it's easy to make commitments with good intentions.

You promise to review something, follow up with a team member, or get back to a client. Then the week gets busy.

Individually, these might seem like small things. But over time, they shape how people experience your leadership.

A few habits worth building:

• Make commitments you can realistically keep.
• Write down important follow-ups.
• Communicate early when something changes.
• Close the loop, even when there's no major update.

Trust isn't only built through big decisions.

Often, it's the small promises consistently kept that make the biggest difference.

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