The Alternative Board Sydney Hills District

02/09/2026

Celebrating Excellence: September Member Anniversaries

At the heart of every thriving business network are the dedicated professionals who bring expertise, reliability, and passion to our community every day. This September, we are proud to celebrate the ongoing commitment of several key members across our regions.

Please join us in recognising and thanking these outstanding business leaders:

Gosford
My Coast Support | Adrian Mitchell (1 Year)

Macarthur
JM Glass Solutions Pty Ltd | Joshua Merchant (2 Years)
RM Super Services | Monica Willats (1 Year)

Parramatta
Clarke & Severn Electronics | Glenn Clarke (8 Years)

Townsville
Jess Whaites Real Estate Pty Ltd | Jess Whaites (3 Years)

From welcoming those who have completed their first impactful year to celebrating incredible milestones like Glenn Clarke's eight years of dedicated participation, each of these businesses helps drive the strength of our collective network.

Thank you for your continued commitment to excellence and community growth. Here’s to many more successful years together.

01/09/2026

Running a business can feel lonely. But it doesn’t have to.

Sometimes, one honest conversation can change the way you see a problem. A different perspective can give you the confidence to make that decision you’ve been putting off.

For nearly five years, The Alternative Board has been working with independent researchers to understand why peer advisory works, and what makes a great board truly valuable.

The research backs up what our members experience around the table: trust, honest conversations, fresh perspectives, support and accountability really matter.

So, what is it about the right group of people that makes such a difference?
Read the research behind the power of peer advisory. 👇
https://tabau.info/3TZTVsf

31/08/2026

Spring is here. 🌱 And there’s something about a new season that makes you look at things a little differently.

For business owners and leaders, it’s easy to spend so much time looking ahead for the next customer, the next hire, the next problem to solve, that you forget to notice how far you’ve already come.

So today, instead of another to-do list, take a moment.

Think back to where your business was this time last year.

What are you proud of? What have you learnt? What feels different?

Running a business is a journey of seasons too. Some are about growth. Some are about change. And some are simply about finding your feet again.

Here’s to a new season — and whatever you want the next chapter of your business to look like. 🌱

30/08/2026

Greater control. Better decisions. Less firefighting. More time leading your business instead of constantly reacting to it.

That's what happens when you start your week with a plan.

Here's something surprising: many managers spend more time planning their next holiday than they do planning the week ahead. Then Monday arrives, and they're immediately caught up responding to everyone else's priorities.

The difference between simply getting through the week and leading it often comes down to what you do before Monday even begins.

A few minutes of planning can save hours of reacting.

Read “How Great Managers Structure Their Week” at The Alternative Board (TAB).

https://tabau.info/4hghrdO

27/08/2026

Greater clarity. Better decisions. A team that's pulling in the same direction. A business that's taking you where you want to go.

That's what having a clear vision does.

When you know where you're heading, every decision has a purpose. You spend less time reacting to the day to day and more time focusing on what will create lasting growth. Your team understands what's important, your priorities become clearer, and your business starts supporting the life you want—not just keeping you busy.

The reality is, it's difficult to see the bigger picture when you're standing in the middle of it. That's why the most successful business owners make time to step back, challenge their thinking and gain fresh perspectives.

So, here's a question:

Is your business taking you where you want to go, or just keeping you busy?

25/08/2026

24/08/2026

Business is easier when you're surrounded by the right people.

Imagine having access to a global community of business owners who understand the challenges you're facing, are willing to share their experiences, and genuinely want to help you succeed.

That's exactly what TAB Connect provides.

It's more than an online platform. It's a place where you can stay connected with your TAB Board between meetings, tap into the knowledge of business owners from around the world, ask questions, share ideas and continue building momentum throughout the month.
Because the best support doesn't stop when the meeting ends.

Watch the video to see how TAB Connect helps business owners stay connected, gain fresh perspectives and get even more value from their TAB membership.

https://tabau.info/4wetixR

23/08/2026

A fantastic achievement for The Alternative Board Gosford!

Congratulations to Leo Aspite, owner of The Alternative Board Gosford, who took home the Outstanding Professional Services award at the 2026 Central Coast Local Business Awards!

Leo was also a finalist for Outstanding Business Person, while The Alternative Board Gosford was a finalist for Outstanding Business.

And the recognition didn’t stop there. Three members of The Alternative Board Gosford were also named as finalists in their respective categories — a wonderful reflection of the calibre of business owners within the Gosford community.

A brilliant result for Leo, his members and the local business community. Congratulations! 👏🎉

20/08/2026

Today is Daffodil Day - a day of hope.

It's a chance to remember those we've lost, stand beside those currently facing cancer, and acknowledge the families, friends, healthcare professionals and researchers who support them every step of the way.

Cancer has touched so many lives. Whether it's someone close to us or someone we've worked alongside, most of us know just how important hope, compassion and ongoing research are.

If you're able to, consider supporting the Cancer Council this Daffodil Day. Every conversation, every donation and every act of kindness helps bring us closer to a future with more survivors and fewer families affected by cancer.

🌼 Together, we can help make a difference.

19/08/2026

FAQ: How can I benefit from the opinions of those on the board?

The big decisions have been all on your shoulders until now. The business owners and leaders on your board bring decades of collective wisdom and experience to the table.
They also will not have a vested interest in your business beyond a genuine desire to help you.

As a result, they’ll give you impartial business advice based on real world experience, since they likely will have faced similar challenges themselves. You also get to do the same for them. Not only does the board provide accountability and expert advice, it also becomes a mechanism for developing valuable friendships and community.