Building a connection with team members on the other side of the world can be a real challenge. The physical distance is one factor but add in some cultural differences…
Hiring the right teammates can feel like a ‘stab in the dark’. After all, despite candidates’ impressive resumes and well-honed interview skills, it can be tricky to get an insight…
When you have a remote team member, meeting online regularly to discuss your workflow and plan for the week ahead is a critical part of doing business. Having this meeting…
At 5 ELK we are blessed to work with and get to know some really great businesses. I believe that success leaves clues, and over the years, we have observed…
As a first timer at FinCon, I was ready to be inspired. The success stories of early adopters are evident with an array of book launches, online courses and the…
If the thought of hosting your own webinar leaves you with sweaty palms and pre-stage fright, you’re not alone. After reading a few ‘How To’ guides, I freaked out and…
After asking the question, there was a resounding response of why some people were avoiding going to see a financial planner – They were too scared. It’s the same reason…
Running an international business means a lot of time on the phone and hosting meetings via my computer screen. I used to spend hours going back and forth on emails…
The business of financial advice is changing. Robo-advice is creating a low-cost way to deliver traditional wealth management services. Commissions and the revenue models of old are under pressure. And…
There’s something delightfully (and a little disturbingly) Australian about the comfort and pride the average bloke feels, when strutting about in a pair of budgie smugglers on a steamy summer’s…