Blogs by David Nixon

When to Hire a Strategic Business Planning Consultant
A strategic business planning consultant turns growth ambitions into aligned decisions, practical plans and accountable delivery across your organisation.

Contract Definition Consulting Services That Deliver
Contract definition consulting services give organisations clearer scope, procurement pathways, risk controls and delivery accountability from day one.

When Project Delivery Advisory Services Add Value
Project delivery advisory services turn strategy into accountable action, helping Australian leaders manage risk, contracts, governance and delivery well.

What a Leadership Alignment Workshop Facilitator Does
A leadership alignment workshop facilitator turns competing priorities into clear decisions, accountable actions and practical plans for delivery teams.

Business Plan Implementation Support That Delivers
Business plan implementation support gives Australian leaders clear ownership, practical controls and momentum to turn strategy into measurable results.

Undertake an End-of-Year Review
As the financial year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time for Australian small businesses to reflect on their performance and set a strong foundation for the year ahead. While your accountant takes care of the necessary financial aspects, taking the initiative to conduct an end-of-year review can provide invaluable insights and help you chart a path to success.

The Importance of Bringing New Startups and Local Entrepreneurs to Local Communities.
Local communities are the backbone of any thriving economy. They are where people live, work, and play. They are where businesses are created and jobs are generated. In today's rapidly changing world, it is more important than ever to support local entrepreneurs and...

Reflecting on a night in a lifeboat
Today I am reflecting on 14 years since I spent the night in a lifeboat with my mother and sister after hitting an iceberg. And sinking in the Antarctic. More about that story here (I hit an Iceberg, sunk and survived) I relocated to Sydney around five years ago. I...

Understanding Competitors And Threats To Your Business
Multinationals can’t manoeuvre quickly. Your business may not have the capacity to handle every change that’s coming your way by keeping to business as usual, but you can duck and move. When those monoliths are stuck in meetings for months talking about a change that will certainly disrupt your industry, you can build up your resilience, figure out what your best move is and quickly and nimbly react.

COVID–The death or resurgence of Strategy
Strategic planning is more important than ever. The approach and timeframes though are likely to remain disrupted for the next couple of years. It would be a brave leader that would commit to a long term strategy at the moment.
