One Step Forward

I have spent a month getting my counterparts to think about budgeting as more than just numbers, but rather as management.  These folks have been in their business for decades, yet planning still eludes them.  Some of this is deep rooted cultural values in that with a bit of God’s help, things will work themselves out.  The modern world is a bit different.  Money not spent to get goods and services is nothing more than scribbles on paper.  I have spent two weeks with my partners getting them to grasp the concept of needing to plan a budget for Police Officer martyrs and payments for their widows and orphans.  Not an easy subject since they have lost 1600 police in the last 6 months or so.  Same goes for repairing police stations damaged by the bad people.  Need to plan for that……..Yes, I now see that Mr. George.  It is a shame isn’t it.  Have more tea Mr. George.    They are now beginning to understand that every demand, requirement or desire (for today or tomorrow) comes with a price tag.  Score one for the Advisors!!