Strong finish to 2026. Stronger start to 2027.
Navigating the critical months ahead – to not take action will leave your business on the hamster wheel
Last month’s newsletter sparked plenty of conversations, calls and action around The Engine’s Business Warrant of Fitness – a true pulse check for where your business stands today. But as we move further into 2025, the conversation must shift to what’s next.
The critical few months ahead are about more than just ticking boxes. It’s about taking a deliberate pause to review your tax position, cashflow, sales pipeline, people, and overall strategy – ensuring you not only finish the 2026 fiscal year with strength, but also create a solid continuum heading into 2027. These reviews may also raise an even bigger question: are you sitting in the right seat? Some business owners realise it’s time to transition to a GM or CEO, while others may simply want to step back a little – perhaps taking a break, or even carving out a day or two each week to recharge. With the support of The Engine’s experienced interim CEOs, these options are possible without compromising performance.
In recent last quarter planning sessions with our clients, we’ve worked through cashflow forecasting that has uncovered hidden drains on resources, identified untapped sales opportunities that have quickly converted into new revenue, and designed people strategies that have reignited energy and accountability within teams. We’ve helped owners build structures where the business no longer depends solely on them – freeing up time and creating resilience. For others, it’s been about making the tough but necessary calls around expenses, growth priorities, and succession planning.
These sessions aren’t just theoretical. They’re practical, hands-on and forward-looking, giving you both clarity and actionable steps. Whether it’s strengthening your financial foundations, sharpening your customer engagement, or putting the right people in the right roles, we sit in the co-pilot seat with you – ensuring you’re not navigating turbulence on your own. And with funding options available to support business owners, there has never been a better time to invest in forward planning.
Ready to Plan? Now is the moment to act. Don’t wait until the end of the year to discover cracks in your plan or missed opportunities. Secure your planning session with The Engine today and set yourself up for a strong finish to 2026 – and unstoppable momentum into 2027. With co-funding of up to $5,000 available, there’s no better time to take the wheel with us in your co-pilot seat.
Start here and let’s make these critical months count —together.
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