THE PRACTITIONER'S COMPANION
Thursday 10 October 2024

BEST PRACTICE

Jul 22, 2024

Five ways to find the perfect partner

A successful and smooth property sales transaction is the result of numerous professional stakeholders working in harmony and in the best interests of vendors and buyers. It’s the engine room that navigates the required detail of title searches and legal obligations that support the often-emotional element of a real estate…

Jul 22, 2024

Reminder of what makes us special

Workplace culture is often a difficult concept to describe, other than to say you know it’s special when everything just clicks.  It speaks to the heart and soul of a business: what makes it tick and how people interact with each other and engage in their work. With unity comes…

Jul 22, 2024

Preparation and peak performance

On the need to work smarter, US president Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865) once said: “Give me eight hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first six of them sharpening my axe”. Meticulous preparation was central to his message about achieving success at the time.  One hundred and…

Jul 22, 2024

Essential bookkeeping

Bookkeeping for your conveyancing business will always be a routine job. Whether you outsource your bookkeeping or do it yourself, you still need to be aware of and in control of your business’ financials consistently. While there are many parts of bookkeeping that can be outsourced, here are four tips…

Jul 22, 2024

SEO and Amplifying Reach

You could have the best product or service in the world, but as Phil Knight, co-founder of shoe giant Nike once said: “If nobody knows about it, what’s the point?” Search engine optimisation is a vital tool for any business seeking to boost online visibility and clicks. SEO helps your…

Jul 22, 2024

Brand Positioning

One of the most successful investors of the 20th century, Warren Buffett said it takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. “If you think about that,” he cautioned, “you’ll do things differently.” A strong brand is crucial for business success. Branding shows who you…

Jul 22, 2024

Customer Feedback

Since the dawn of time, word-of-mouth has been a powerful marketing tool. It may seem like a no-brainer, but customers who have had a positive experience with a business can help bolster its reputation simply by talking about it. That’s why gathering positive customer feedback can be so valuable for…

Jul 22, 2024

Conveyancers being their best selves

When it comes to life’s most stressful events, buying a house is up there. That is why a customer’s experience with their conveyancer is all the more important. Conveyancing is a competitive industry, but guiding your client through the process with minimal stress, clear transparency and efficiency, can give you…

Jul 22, 2024

Marketing 101

World renowned management guru Peter Drucker once said the aim of marketing is to know and understand the customer so well, the product or service sells itself.  Marketing makes customers aware of your services, helps your business to engage with, attract and retain customers, and drives profit and growth. In…