The cost of running a business has never been higher. Expenses for utilities, council tax, andessential materials have surged since COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine. On top of that, changes in UK PAYE levels and proposed employment law reforms have made hiring new employees a complex and costly decision for business owners. These challenges are the reasons I started Re-Sauce.

My Journey and the Birth of Re-Sauce
Before we dive into why outsourcing could be the right solution for your business, let me share some insight into my experience and why I founded Re-Sauce.

I launched my first business, Prestige Audio, in 1990 during a booming car audio era but also in the middle of a recession. In 1993, I founded BBG Distribution—again, during economic uncertainty. After selling that business, I joined the ownership team of Peerless in 2007, right in the middle of the global banking crisis. Most recently, I established Re-Sauce during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite these economic challenges, all of these businesses have thrived. So, what contributed to their success while so many others, despite being well-run, struggled?

The Hiring Dilemma
One of the most significant risks in hiring new employees is uncertainty—you never truly know what you're getting unless they've worked for you before. And even then, returning employees don't always work out the second time around. Building a strong team, fostering loyalty, and mentoring staff are crucial to long-term business success. The companies I've led have consistently had excellent employee retention, which speaks to the importance of leadership and workplace culture.

However, hiring new staff can be daunting in today's economic climate. This is where
outsourcing to a company like Re-Sauce can offer a practical alternative, reducing many of the risks and challenges associated with recruitment.

Learning from Experience
Over my 40 years in business, I've made mistakes—many, in fact. But I've always worked to avoid 'fatal errors'and instead treated every challenge as a learning opportunity. My philosophy has been to take full responsibility for major issues, inspiring my team to focus on excelling in their roles. This approach has been a key factor in our long-term success.

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Why Outsourcing Makes Sense
Throughout my career, I've encountered nearly every challenge a business can

face—internal and external theft, grey imports, supplier disputes, difficult customers, and challenging employees. While these are often manageable, they are also distractions that consume valuable time and resources. Some can be avoided entirely, while others are best handled by experienced professionals.

Outsourcing your business strategy, sales, and marketing to Re-Sauce means gaining access to 40 years of expertise, industry relationships, and proven success—often at a lower cost than hiring a junior employee. This not only provides financial efficiency but also enhances confidence in your business decisions.

How Re-Sauce Can Help
At Re-Sauce, we specialize in business consultancy, sales strategy, and marketing support. Our experienced team is committed to delivering the highest quality service, with clear briefs, transparent pricing, and measurable results—on time and within budget. We offer a level of acceleration rarely achieved without significant investment in recruitment and training.

So, before making your next hire, ask yourself: Could outsourcing to Re-Sauce be a more cost-effective and efficient solution than adding another fixed overhead?

Many of our clients believe so. Check out our case studies to see how we've helped businesses reduce costs, accelerate growth, and improve efficiency:
https://www.re-sauce.net/case-studies.

Outsourcing might just be the smartest business decision you make this year.