Three things I have learned in applying the OKR framework over the past 18 months - having a positive mindset: focusing on what could be done, rather than what I have failed to do.

Why having a conscious sense of purpose can help you and your organisation be more focused and effective.

How Andy found an alternative method of creating a three year plan that actually worked to create quarterly, monthly and weekly focus in how he works. How this can be applied to organisations.

Microsoft's Power BI platform is arguably the world leading Business Intelligence Platform. Here are five simple reasons why you should use it for your management reporting instead of Excel.

Andy explains why most users should avoid the new LAMBDA feature in Excel

Don't reach for your spreadsheet until you've read this blog - there are better technology solution to start your planning processes. How about using your brain, and simple mind mapping techniques?

How to save time in budgeting and forecasting by using the 'UNPIVOT funciton in Excel

Five reasons why Power Query in Excel is like a magical new world of experience for spreadsheet users.

Excel is a great tool for solving problems, but if we stretch it's basic cell formulae capabilities too far we are heading for trouble. Most users are not using the more robust Power Query data tools which are a better way of creating long-lasting, robust solutions.