Peter Hughes
“Management is the spark that brings business profit. Peter Hughes shares his 40 years of Lowveld farming experience with you”
Now’s the time for brainstorming
Fine-tuning costs may not be enough to keep the business solvent. Use brainstorming to generate new ideas which will make a real difference.
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Don’t cut the wrong costs!
The savings from cutbacks are easily calculated, but be very careful about taking decisions which save money now and cost much more in years to come.
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Wage woes
It’s tough times once again for farmers, but with the right attitude, good relationships and some well-planned initiatives, the show will go on.
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Don’t panic – we’ll make it
We’ve had to deal with shock cost increases before. All we need are cool heads, calm analysis and decision-making.
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How to increase productivity
The only way we can improve productivity is by working smarter, not harder – and it starts with how your treat your labour force.
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Selling the farm
It might be difficult to think of selling your farm, but now’s the time to start preparing for that day.
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Do you know your way out?
Setting up the rules of engagement in a business partnership is important, but the rules of disengagement are even more vital.
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Business going badly? Look in the mirror to see why
When things go wrong, we blame the weather, labour, Eskom, government or someone else. But, sad to say, bad management is usually the problem.
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Take charge!
Each and every farmer needs to take a lead in fixing the current ‘labour situation’ – because we can’t count on government.
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The job advert - don't blow it
We all know it's the people who make the difference between a good and bad business. So why do so many employers make such a mess of their recruitment process?
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