One big reasons start up businesses fail is because they are so busy trying to do everything that they don’t take the time to do anything really well. Customers, suppliers and stake holders all have their own interests to focus on. Sometime entrepreneur’s spend so much time trying to make everyone happy they forget that the reason they started the journey was because they had an end in mind. If what your currently focusing on isn’t helping get you to your goal then just say no!

Just Say No!

Business owners should regularly look at the customers that they spend the most time appeasing and work out the cost of doing so – often you’ll find that they customer who takes so much of your time is in reality not the profit center you think. Sometimes it’s better to take a Jack Welsh approach, fire your bottom 10% – it forces continued growth! Now i wouldn’t be as full on a Mr. Welsh, but the theory stands to offer some insight! Don’t be afraid to fire customers, or suppliers for that matter, that are counter productive to you meeting your goals.

Last night i had the most amazing meal. Based in the heritage town of Abbeyleix Preston House restaurant is bucking the Economic trend – Offer incredible food at a reasonable prices and always very busy! In a particularly tough time to go into a particularly tough business (food) – Preston house has hit a home run!

The food is definitely 5 star quality, in fact in puts many 5 star places to shame, without doubt this restaurant is going to become very famous. So if your ever in Abbeyleix it’s a must check out for any foodie!

Along with the fantastic food the wine list is amazing and i’d strongly recommend a glass of Prosecco di Valdobbiadene “Jeio” – tastes like a very expensive champagne mixed with a scoop of cream. Its mind blowingly good.

I know this is off usual blog talk topic but i love seeing people raising the bar in any business. This is my new favorite restaurant, hope to see you there sometime!

Tip: ring ahead to reserve a table 057 8731432.