The People Problem: Why having the right people on the bus will make or break your business

Business Habitat with Sam Dean

IDA Episode 52, Sam extends on last week's topic about strategic planning to dive into one of the most overlooked aspects of this process, which is the people involved. If you haven't yet listened to Episode 51 about the problems with strategic planning, go back and do so. Two of the biggest blocks that come up in this area are having engagement from the people involved in the planning process, and also having 'the wrong people on the bus'. There is a reason staff engagement is a key element of all our programs here at BlueprintHQ. Firstly, Sam covers the two main ways to involve people in the planning process and why it's something that gets missed in most workplaces. Plus, she shares a simple step you can take for your 2021 to kickstart this discussion with your team. Secondly, Sam dives into the problems with having the wrong people in your business, whether it's simply not a fit or if it's a toxic person. She shares the powerful question you must ask yourself before you go into your 2021 planning, as well as some of the ways you can tell if a person-staff, supplier or client-is someone you need to 'get off the bus'. Finally, Sam explores why having difficult conversations is not only the most effective and efficient but also the kindest thing you can do for all involved. Plus, a simple script you can use to begin these difficult conversations. Here at BlueprintHQ, we are here to help. We are super passionate about the accounting industry and supporting you with what you need. Connect with me [e-mail] We are offering a short, sharp Investigate session to help you with this process before the new year. Contact us at blueprinthq.com.au/contact for more information. This episode is brought to you by Blueprint Renovate Program, the program designed to create space in your firm to cultivate mindset change through what you do everyday. Visit blueprinthq.com.au/contact to start the conversation.