New tech, new wealth: How families and businesses can prosper now

We’re living through a time of rapid change - where tech, money, work, and family life are all shifting at once.

It’s no wonder many people feel like things are moving too fast. I’ve had plenty of conversations lately with people who feel overwhelmed. The speed of it all can make you want to put your head down and hope it settles.

But if you want to build something solid - for your family, your business, or your future - now’s the time to lean in, not check out.

Ultimately, it’s not going to be about man versus machine. It’s going to be about man with machine | Satya Nadella (CEO of Microsoft)

1. Use tech to make better financial decisions

Technology is changing the way we manage money - and it’s not just for big companies or finance experts. These days, there are smart, simple tools that we can use to track spending, manage cash flow, and invest more confidently.

Families and businesses that are doing well right now aren’t trying to slow it all down - they’re learning how to work with it. They’re not jumping on every new app or idea, but they are paying attention, asking the right questions, and making choices that fit their situation. Their willing to try something new and see what works.

Action:​

Don’t overlook the tech tools right in front of you - they’re more powerful and accessible than ever. Many are free or low-cost, and they can make a real difference. Choose one that could help you manage your money or run your business more effectively. Try it out this month and see what value it brings.

2. Build skills that keep you relevant

Technology is great - but it doesn’t replace being a decent human being. The ability to communicate, make good decisions, lead people, and adapt when things change - that still counts the most.

We can outsource tasks, but not our role as parents, business owners, or leaders. Staying relevant means combining strong character with practical skills - and being willing to learn no matter at what age - so you can keep learning, earning, and leading into the future.

Action:​

Think about one area in your work or business where things are changing. Learn more about it. Watch a video. Take a course. Ask questions. Build a skill that strengthens your position.

3. Control the controllables

There’ll always be changes in the economy, in technology, and in the way we live and work. Some of it you can plan for. Some of it you can’t.

But what you can do is stay calm, stay focused, and take action where it counts. The families and businesses that handle change best are the ones who know what they can control - and don’t waste energy on what they can’t.

That might mean getting on the front foot and really getting organised with your finances. It might mean being a bit more proactive with your future planning. Either way, it's about making proactive decisions - not reactive ones.

Action:​

Next time you’re sitting down with your family (or your business partners), bring up a recent change - maybe something in the economy or the tech space - and talk through what it means for you. Invest 5-minutes of your brain power and see if there’s something you can do now to turn it into an opportunity.​

The Bottom Line

We can't control the world around us - but we can choose how we respond to it.

Families and business owners who stay curious, stay practical, and keep learning are the ones who make the most of what’s in front of them. You don’t need to change everything overnight. Just one new step - one tool, one habit, one open conversation - can make a real difference.

More soon.