In this episode, James Mason interviews Kim Marshall from WK Advisors and Accountants in Christchurch, New Zealand, about her insights on cutting through with business advisory services in a regional market. Kim shares her background and journey to becoming an advisor, including her experience managing a sheep and beef farm while doing advisory work. She discusses the challenges and opportunities in regional areas, such as poor vintage and droughts, and how she helps clients focus on customer needs to improve their businesses. Kim also talks about the importance of being authentic, investing in oneself, and having a growth mindset.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:34 Challenges and Opportunities in Regional Areas
08:02 High Cadence Sprints: Addressing Immediate Challenges
10:11 Collaboration and Idea Sharing in Workshops
13:57 Investing in Oneself: The Key to Advisory Success