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accountants as strategic advisors

How Accountants Can Become Strategic Advisors

  • Mark Roberts
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For years, accountants have primarily focused on compliance—filing tax returns, managing audits, and ensuring financial accuracy. While these tasks remain crucial, they no longer provide the competitive edge they once did. Clients today expect more than just routine number crunching…

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GrowthSprint Framework for Business Planning

Why GrowthSprint Outshines Traditional Business Planning Tools

  • Mark Roberts
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In the competitive business world, having a robust and adaptable planning framework is crucial for achieving meaningful growth and success. While traditional tools like the Business Model Canvas (BMC), SWOT analysis, and PESTLE analysis have their merits, the GrowthSprint Framework…

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When it comes to business growth, having a strategy is essential—but the quality of your strategy depends on the quality of your thinking. And that starts with asking the right questions. A well-structured business strategy isn’t about rigid plans; it’s about clarity, focus, and adaptability. Why Asking the Right Questions Matters In business strategy, the right questions act as a filter, helping leaders cut through noise and uncover what truly matters. Instead of chasing every opportunity, they stay focused on what drives growth, profitability, and long-term success. A strong strategy isn’t built on assumptions—it’s built on insight. And insight comes from asking: What do we actually want to achieve? What’s holding us back? Where should we focus our efforts? What’s the smartest next step? By shifting from statements to questions, business leaders and consultants unlock new perspectives, challenge their own thinking, and avoid costly missteps. How to Ask the Right Questions in Business Strategy To truly refine your approach, try these key techniques: Start with 'Why' – Understanding the purpose behind decisions leads to better alignment and motivation. Embrace 'What If' Thinking – Scenario planning helps you prepare for uncertainty and spot hidden opportunities. Go Beyond the Obvious – Asking ‘What aren’t we seeing?’ encourages deeper analysis and innovation. Challenge Your Assumptions – Revisit old ideas and question whether they still hold true. Prioritise Actionable Insights – Every question should lead to a decision or action, not just more theory. Bringing It All Together Asking the right questions in business strategy transforms vague ambitions into clear, achievable goals. Whether you're working on a growth plan, refining a business model, or guiding a client through change, the power of well-structured questioning can be the difference between success and stagnation. Great strategy isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about knowing which questions to ask.

Asking the Right Questions in Business Strategy

  • Mark Roberts
  • News

When it comes to business growth, having a strategy is essential—but the quality of your plan depends on your thinking. And that starts with asking the right questions. A well-structured business strategy isn’t about rigidity but clarity, focus, and adaptability…

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