Sterling Business Coaching

02/09/2026

The BIG Question I am asked:

'How do I get paid on time?'

Not an easy answer but it is possible.

Who else asks this question?

01/09/2026

🚀 Do You Have a Business Coach?

Every top athlete has a coach. Every great leader has mentors. So, as a business owner or business coach, do you have a coach yourself?

If not, what’s stopping you? ⏳

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

Cash flow anxiety is something I understand from personal experience.

I’ve been in business since the mid-1990s and, at one point, employed around 30 people across four or five businesses. I remember the sleepless nights spent wondering whether there would be enough money to pay the wages, settle suppliers or prevent my tradespeople from being turned away because an account had been put on stop.

In this Monday’s Moment, I introduce my theme for September: understanding and overcoming cash flow anxiety.

I share the cash flow rollercoaster I experienced in construction, where payments could take far too long to arrive, and contrast it with my garden centre and hot tub businesses. In those businesses, customers willingly paid when they purchased—and sometimes paid in full weeks before delivery. It taught me that different industries attract very different expectations and attitudes towards payment.

Cash flow anxiety isn’t always caused by a lack of work. I’m currently supporting business owners who have completed the work and paid their wages and material costs, yet their customers are still finding reasons not to pay them.

There isn’t one quick fix. We need to examine our processes, pricing, mindset, choice of clients and the payment culture within our industry. Getting this right can remove the fear of declined cards, stopped accounts and unpaid wages—and help us enjoy the business we originally dreamed of creating.

Throughout September, I’ll be exploring this subject in greater detail, including an upcoming online cash flow workshop. Message me if you would like to be added to the invitation list.

Please share your own cash flow anxieties or solutions in the comments, and share this video with somebody who may need it.

For a free 30-minute conversation about improving your business cash flow, visit [www.timewithsimon.com](https://www.timewithsimon.com).

31/08/2026

Are you taking a day off for the summer bank holiday? ☀️

Tell me, what are you doing today to relax and have a break from your business?

28/08/2026

Here's a little challenge for you.

Imagine you're leaving for a two-week holiday tomorrow.

Would you feel excited or anxious? 🤔

Your answer tells you a lot about your business.

If you're worried about what might happen while you're away, don't ignore it.

Instead, think about:

• What systems are missing?
• What could I delegate?
• Where am I the bottleneck?
• What one improvement could I make before my next break?

Small changes made consistently create businesses that are stronger, more profitable and far less stressful to run.

If you'd like help making that happen, I'd love to chat.

Book a free chat with me at http://www.timewithsimon.com

28/08/2026

In my opinion one of the greatest business influences on the ability for owners to be able to take time away from their business, successfully, is Mike Michalowicz.

Take a look at his full suite of business books, most available in hard copy and read by him on audio.

27/08/2026

Automation gets a lot of attention, and AI gets even more. But neither of them fixes a business that's completely dependent on its owner.

🔹Technology can save time.

🔹Systems create consistency.

🔹But people still need clarity.

Before investing in another piece of software, ask yourself:

🔸Do we have a clear process?

🔸Does everyone know who's responsible?

🔸Could someone else step in if needed?

The best businesses combine great people, simple systems and the right technology.

That's what creates freedom, not just another app.

27/08/2026

I am opening up 3 places on my business group coaching programme. If you are an ambitious business looking to make more money, build value in your business and start to have the business you always dreamed of, then you can apply.

To apply simply message me on WhatsApp on 01400 225002 and we can arrange an initial chat to see if the programme is a fit for you and that you are a fit for it too.

26/08/2026

When was the last time you properly reviewed your pricing?

If you're selling your expertise, your pricing can be particularly difficult. There isn't a box of products sitting on a shelf with a clear production cost.

You're selling your knowledge, experience, judgement and ability to help someone get from where they are to where they want to be.

So how do you put a price on that?

Too many coaches and consultants fall back on:

❌ What other people in their industry charge
❌ An hourly rate they've had for years
❌ What feels reasonable
❌ What they think their clients can afford
❌ A price they're comfortable saying out loud

But none of those necessarily tell you what your business actually needs.

The Price It Right™ Workshop is designed to help you build a pricing formula around your business, your market and your goals, and then pressure-test the number.

So instead of wondering “Is this too much?”, you can start asking: “Does this price make sense for the value I'm creating and the business I want to build?”

Do you want to join me for this workshop? Here's the link to secure your place https://go.sterling-coaching.co/price-it-right