How a micro-to-small business can be more environmentally sustainable
Often, micro and small business owners wonder how to be more sustainable when it's only them or a small team. You have a never-ending task list, and while sustainability is important, you park it in the "nice to have" box for when you have time. I get it; I'm a micro...
Tips to prepare your business for success in the new financial year
With the new financial year only a handful of weeks away (yes, I know I'm as surprised as you), I've put together some tips to make this year a great one. Reflect Grab a drink, a notebook + paper and find a quiet spot. Now sit back and reflect on the current year by...
The benefits of displaying pricing on your website
Have you been debating as to whether you should display your pricing on your website? Does the thought of putting your prices on display to the whole world scare you? Well, you're not alone. These questions and thoughts have been debated amongst many business owners....
Sustainability & Social Impact Reporting
With the new financial year well underway, I recently published my new Sustainability and Social Impact page for Volta. It provides an overview of the areas I measured during my first 6 months of business and a summary of what I'd like to focus on in the next 12...
Sustainability in small business
It seems like sustainability is the buzzword of the day. Everyone in business is looking at ESG (that's Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability to build their credibility in the marketplace. Sustainability is becoming an integral component of...
Advantages of a cash flow forecast for your small business
In my previous journal article, I outlined the benefits of having a budget for your small business. Setting up a corresponding cash flow forecast is a great idea once you have prepared your budget for the financial year (and spreadsheets haven't deterred you). A cash...
5 benefits of having a budget for your small business
With the end of the financial year fast approaching, now is a great time to think and plan for the upcoming 12 months. Creating a budget for your small business will help set you on the path to success and ease any uncertainty. The benefits of having a business budget...
Welcome to Volta Consulting – I’m officially a small business owner
Hello and welcome to the start of Volta Consulting's journal. I'm a tad excited that I can now introduce myself as the Founder of a small business. It seems a little surreal, and yes, it's early days, but I think I'm going to enjoy being an entrepreneur. Since I have...
You’ve discovered Volta’s journal. My blog is dedicated to sharing the knowledge and experience I have accumulated in my career, study and life journey.
There will be tips, resources, best practices, and lots of valuable nuggets of information to help you on your journey to a purpose-led business.
If there is something you would like to see more of (or even less of), please do reach out, as I’m open to your suggestions and thoughts. I want this to be a community-minded journal; that focuses on what matters to your most.