#26 CASH IS KING - PART 2: The Decisions SME Leaders Can't Keep Putting Off

When Peter Gallanagh wants to know how a business is really doing, he does not ask the owner. He asks the receptionist. That instinct for ground-level truth is what runs through this conversation.

In this second episode drawn from Rob Brown's fireside chat with Peter, UK&I CEO at Azets, the focus shifts to what great accounting advice looks like in practice. Peter talks about keeping a personal client portfolio despite running a business of 3,500 people, why the Azets Barometer tells him more about cumulative pressure than any single data point, and how he balances the demands of multiple stakeholders above and below against a purpose built around clients, colleagues and communities.

Peter and Rob also get into how leaders reset after a hard year, what renowned football manager Alex Ferguson's 20 minutes of reflection says about the mindset required at the top, and why communication is the difference between a great plan and a business that actually moves.

Connect with Peter Gallanagh on LinkedIn.

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Fresh Perspectives is the business podcast from Azets where advisers, experts and leaders share fresh thinking to help you move forward with confidence.

Each episode explores real-world challenges and opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs, from finance and growth to leadership and technology.

Formerly Bang The Drum, the show continues Azets’ commitment to sharing practical advice, new ideas and inspiring stories from across the business community.

This podcast has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.

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#22 MAKING TAX DIGITAL - What You Need To Do Now

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#21 EXPANDING BEYOND THE UK - How To Avoid Costly Mistakes

This episode of Fresh Perspectives explores what UK SMEs need to consider as they expand internationally and why global growth is often more complex than expected. Rob Brown is joined by Michael Holl...

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#20 CHARITIES AND BUSINESS - Much More in Common Than You Think

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#19 RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS - Why Doing Good Drives Growth & Purpose

This episode of Fresh Perspectives explores how businesses can balance commercial success with meaningful social impact and why purpose is becoming central to long-term sustainability. Rob Brown is j...

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