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Why strategy beats hustle in a volatile market
In unpredictable markets, businesses struggle with outdated strategies. Our data reveals how structured strategic planning and disciplined execution lead to significant revenue growth, even amidst volatility. Stop reacting, start growing!
24HR Business Plan appoints Cameron Gregson to Lead New Executive Coaching Capability
24HRBP has strengthened its leadership growth services by appointing veteran executive Cameron Gregson as Senior Advisor to launch its new 24HR Executive Coaching program. This one-on-one coaching initiative is designed to help senior leaders achieve tangible, strategic results, with more than half of executives in recent studies seeing measurable improvement within six months.
Growth Under Pressure - Where Construction Industry CEOs Should Focus Now
Australia’s building and construction sector faces margin pressures, labour shortages, and rising regulatory complexity - but strategic leaders see opportunities for growth through operational discipline and customer-centric innovation. Here are ten practical strategies to boost profitability, align with market shifts, embrace AI, and elevate client experiences. Position your business to stand out in 2025 by merging efficiency with exceptional service, building trust, and driving measurable impact in a rapidly evolving industry environment.
Why Passion Alone Isn’t Enough: A Strategy Wake-Up Call for the NFP Sector
Andrew Baxter explains why passion, though abundant, isn't enough for not-for-profit success in Australia. Discover why a clear strategy is vital to securing funding, scaling your impact, and cutting through the competitive NFP landscape. Learn how strategic planning unlocks transformative potential for your organisation.
The four non-negotiables needed for a successful business plan
Outlining the strategy, establishing cultural alignment, executing the plan, and structuring the plan are the four non-negotiables businesses need for growth, the Netwealth Accelerate Summit heard.
Jarther Taylor, a Senior Advisor at 24 Hour Business Plan and Adjunct Professor at UNSW, told the Netwealth Accelerate Summit that this starts with strategy – what the business does, and why and how it does it.
Unlocking Growth Through Offshoring and Talent Related AI Initiatives
Offshoring and AI are rapidly evolving beyond old perceptions. Our experts unpack how these forces are not just about cost-cutting or quick fixes, but crucial for elevating talent, managing legal risks, and fostering sustainable growth for Australian businesses. Discover the real future of work.
Reinventing Success: Post-Corporate Career Success
In today's dynamic business world, a single career path is becoming a rarity. For professionals over 50, the chance to pivot and thrive is more significant than ever. Andrew Baxter offers a compelling and first-hand guide for building a fulfilling career beyond the corporate world.
Unlocking the Power of B2B Influencer Marketing
There is a misconception that influencer marketing is solely a business-to-consumer (B2C) tool. But the use of influencers in business-to-business (B2B) marketing is on the rise. Traditional approaches often view B2B marketing as either highly technical or overly rational, thereby missing the opportunity to create authentic, engaging content. But Friday’s B2B truck buyer is the same person as Saturday’s B2C car buyer.
24HR Business Plan Launches 24HR High Performing Teams Plan
Business growth consultancy, 24HR Business Plan (24HRBP), has unveiled its newest offering: the 24 Hour High Performance Teams Plan, a data-led program designed to help leadership teams execute strategy and perform to their potential.
The division will be led by Mike Read, who has a 35-year career in the professional services industry.
The Power of Business Planning: Strategic Simplicity That Drives Results
In a world where strategy often hides behind jargon and endless slide decks, the businesses that win are the ones that keep it simple: a shared plan that everyone believes in and knows how to act on.
Vijay Solanki to Lead Charge in NFP Sector - Strategic Partnership Launched with Matchmore Group
24 Hour Business Plan has appointed seasoned leader and purpose-led strategist, Vijay Solanki, as a Senior Advisor, as the business consultancy sets its sights on transforming the Not-For-Profit (NFP) and health sectors via fast, focused strategy development.
Harnessing the Power of AI and Personalisation
The power of personalisation has been a hot topic for C-Suite leaders for over a decade, as customers’ expectations have continued to rise. Overlay AI’s ability to rapidly process multiple data points, and it’s no wonder the combination of personalisation and AI is one of the most discussed opportunities in our 24 Hour Business Plan workshops.
How to Safeguard Your Business from Cyber Threats
We keep getting asked about Cyber Security in our strategic planning workshops so we brought in the best in the business to answer your questions. Read our expert guide on how to safeguard your business from cyber threats.
Why Writing Down Your Plans Drives Growth
In this episode of Build Your Own Business, our Founder and Senior Advisor Andrew Baxter joins Andrew Ford, founder and CEO of Social Star, to share insights from his career journey. Learn how a clear, actionable plan has always been key to his success.
Andrew Baxter: ‘Business planning should be simple and practical’
In this interview with Campaign Asia-Pacific, Andrew Baxter shares practical strategies to adopt and mistakes to avoid when you create your business plan.
How to build resilience with a Business plan
In this segment of Moolah, a radio show about money and business, our Founder and Senior advisor Andrew Baxter joins Omar De Silva, a lecturer and entrepreneur, to discuss the importance of planning in a world fraught with failures.
Andrew Baxter is interviewed on Disrupt Radio on business failure and business success
Andrew Baxter is interviewed by by Omar de Silva on his weekday radio program called Moolah. Andrew discusses business failure and business success, and the need to keep abreast of changing market conditions when leading a business.
How Business Planning from the Start Sets the Stage for Success
In this episode of The Bottom Line, Founder Andrew Baxter highlights why a clear business plan is vital, sharing insights on overcoming execution-stage challenges and setting up small businesses for success.
Andrew Baxter on the ‘Driven by Hughes’ podcast Talking business travel and business plans
Shane Lee is joined by one of Australia’s most trusted business, marketing and communications advisors, Andrew ‘Billy’ Baxter, to discuss life lessons, business and travel tips.
The Dark Arts of Client Management
Building and maintaining strong client relationships should be a key focus for any B2B organisation. By following these five simple steps, you can succeed.