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14/01/2026

Last year, I read a book a month as I have done for the past 20 years.

If I had to pick my favourite from 2025, it would be - How Big Things Get Done

I have created a summary so that you can get the gist of the book, but if you have time, I highly recommend giving it a go. It transcends its core focus on the failure of megaprojects; you will find the learnings can be applied to business growth too.

You can download for later here - https://www.linkedin.com/smart-links/AQE3CcB9c4tVdA

31/12/2025

Hope you are all enjoying the festive break and getting a chance to rest and recuperate for the new year!

Whatever your plans, I wish you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year!

All the best for 2026 🎉

23/12/2025

ActionCOACH is heading into 2026 with a fresh look!

You may have noticed the new black and gold branding doing the rounds on social media.

I'm looking forward to helping lots more businesses achieve success in 2026!

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas, and enjoy the break with your loved ones.

17/12/2025

An exciting goal is a motivating goal. How much more energy do you have when you are working towards something that you really want to achieve, rather than some dull old target?

So ditch that dull, boring business plan and create an inspired, action-based plan for success. Start 2026 strong!

Here are my five steps to creating an effective action plan in this week's newsletter.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/do-you-know-your-2026-action-plan-going-achieve-kevin-stansfield--jslce/

Do you have a business plan? If so, is it sitting in a filing cabinet somewhere, never seeing the light of day? And can you actually remember what goals and targets you set out in it? While a full-blown business plan has its purposes (securing bank financing being one of them), an inspired, action-o

03/12/2025

And the hits just keep on coming...but don't let the headlines write your story.

It's been a rough few years for business owners. Lockdowns, cost of living crisis, wars, economic chaos, you name it, we've dealt with it. The recent Autumn budget wasn't great, but could have been worse.

The news seems determined to terrify us all, but we can't just buy into the doom and gloom and give up. Things like economic downturns are cyclical and WILL get better.

When your business is struggling, marketing spend is usually first on the chopping block. "What's the point?" feels like a valid question.

There definitely IS a point, and it's more important during times of crisis than ever.

Markets will continue to be challenging for a while yet. So what can we do about it? How do we make sure we're ready to grab the opportunities when they arise?

I've put together 6 tips to help you navigate all this and come out the other side stronger. Check out my latest newsletter. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-market-your-way-out-crisis-business-growth-expert--f3nve

If you need some help brainstorming some ideas, get in touch.

And the hits just keep on coming..

13/11/2025

Most of my client conversations involve discussing growth strategies, scaling, new markets, and revenue targets. This is the glamorous side of entrepreneurship, but today I need to talk about a growth plan nobody wants to discuss.

What happens to your business if you can't show up tomorrow?

Not for a holiday. For a stroke. An accident. Or worse.

Without proper contingency planning:

• Your bank accounts could be frozen
• Your team won't get paid
• Clients will walk away
• Your family faces financial devastation while dealing with a crisis

The uncomfortable truth? You're a single point of failure. Real success isn't just about how high you climb; it's about building something that survives anything!!

I've written about why this matters, the real costs of putting it off, and the practical steps to protect your business and loved ones.

When did you last review your business contingency plans?
If it's not been on your radar, why not pop in to a free, friendly workshop...read the article for more information on how to attend.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/plan-you-hope-youll-never-need-why-every-business-kevin-stansfield--6oeie

As a business growth coach, I spend most of my time helping entrepreneurs dream bigger, scale faster, and push their ventures to new heights. We talk about revenue targets, market expansion, and building unstoppable teams.

05/11/2025

It is a subject no one wants to talk about.

If something happened to you, such as death or severe injury/illness, what would happen to your business?

Most people have a personal will, but very few have one that covers their business.

I will be supporting a friendly drop-in workshop covering everything you need to know about estate planning with Brentwood Associates.

The workshop will include:

• Wills
• Lasting Power of Attorney
• Protecting your estate
• Risks to your estate
• Probate
• Letters of administration

✨ Free Will reviews
✨ Lasting Power of Attorney check
✨ A free MOT for your estate

Venue: Alston House Care Home, Eastleigh
Date: Tues 18 Nov - 10am-4pm
https://www.carehome.co.uk/news/event.cfm/id/1340926

Estate Planning Workshop at Alston House Care Home - Alston House Care Home

29/10/2025

If you're running your business without a robust budget right now, you're essentially flying blind. And in uncertain times, that's a risk you can't afford to take.

I hear the excuses all the time:

👉 "I don't have time"

👉 "The future is too uncertain"

👉 "Things keep changing anyway"

In my latest newsletter, I break down exactly why these excuses don't hold water – and more importantly, I share my 6-step process for creating an annual budget that actually drives performance (not just sits in a drawer gathering dust).

Whether you're struggling to get a handle on your finances or you're simply winging it month to month, this is your wake-up call.

Your budget isn't just numbers on a spreadsheet. It's your roadmap to survival, growth, and success. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-budget-your-way-out-crisis-business-growth-expert--ewqke

In sports, keeping track of your score in comparison to a predetermined expectation is vital if you want to improve your game. Golfers have a handicap system, while most athletes have personal bests and records to measure themselves against.

15/10/2025

Know What Your Business Is Worth?

I bet you know your home's value. You check Zoopla, watch what neighbours' houses sell for, and get that warm fuzzy feeling when values rise.

Why aren't you doing this with your business?

Most business owners avoid valuations because either:
👉 They don't know how
👉They're scared the number won't give them that warm fuzzy feeling

But here's the truth: you can't hit a target you can't see. One of my business investments has grown from a £2m valuation to £12m in just a few years, with a target of £100m. We know these numbers because we track them.

If you hope to achieve financial freedom sooner, rather than later, so that you can actually enjoy it! Take a look at this week's newsletter - 'Buy, Build, Sell, Repeat!'
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/buy-build-sell-repeat-kevin-stansfield-business-growth-expert--id9ze/

Your Guide to Creating Financial Freedom Through Business Ownership In this week's edition of Win Your Game of Business, I discuss how to "Buy, Build and Sell a Business" – I share practical insights from over 40 years of working with business owners who've successfully navigated the journey from ...

01/10/2025

If you're a golf enthusiast like me, you may have been blown away by the recent Ryder Cup win for team Europe. It really was a masterclass in leadership from team leader Luke Donald.

Stepping up into a leadership role can be tough, and previous clients have often said that it wasn't all they had hoped it would be.

The main reason for this is that the skills that got them this far, are not the same skills needed to be a GREAT Director! You're now playing an entirely different game...

But there is no point in wishing life were easier, start wishing you were better! Continuous learning is key to making it at the top!

In this week's newsletter I talk about the attributes that served you well up to now, but need to change in order for you to be the best director you can be!
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/big-step-up-why-being-director-so-hard-business-growth-expert--r3wke/

Have you ever wondered why reaching the top in business is not all that you hoped it would be, when you were lower down the ladder? The major reason that managers and directors find life at the top so hard is that the skills that got them into that position can act against them when they are there.

17/09/2025

One of my former clients just sold their business for several million pounds!

When we started working together, they were trapped in the day-to-day operations, struggling to grow because they were working IN their business, not ON it.

Fast forward 7 years → Financial freedom achieved.

But here's what shocks me: Most business owners have never seriously planned for their financial freedom. They know they don't want to work until they die, yet few have a clear exit strategy.

Your business isn't just your livelihood—it's your ticket to retirement.

The question is: Are you building a business someone would pay millions for? Or are you building yourself a job?

I've just written about the exact steps my successful clients take to turn their businesses into valuable, sellable assets. It's not a quick fix—it typically takes 3-10 years—but the alternative is working until very late in life.

The key insight? You must PLAN to sell before you HAVE to sell.

Read my latest newsletter on how to achieve financial freedom through your business
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/when-you-achieve-financial-freedom-business-growth-expert--x2cue

I recently had the great news that one of my former clients has sold their business for quite a few million pounds. When they started working with me, they were struggling to grow the business because they were working IN IT, not ON it.

03/09/2025

How would you rate your debt recovery processes?

Good, Okay, in need of improvement?

The key to avoiding sleepless nights worrying about unpaid invoices is 'prevention'. Protecting your business interests and maintaining good client relationships can be less painful.

This week's newsletter has top tips for effective debt recovery to keep your cash flow healthy and your recovery efforts to a minimum.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/debt-recovery-prevention-better-than-cure-business-growth-expert--lgtke/

If you are a business owner and debt recovery is keeping you up at night, then this is a must-read. It’s time to turn things around and discover a less painful approach to the world of debt recovery—a topic that can be a bit daunting, but needs to be faced head on nonetheless! When it comes to m...