I’ve always been drawn to and had a fascination for exceptional leaders, particularly in the realm of business. I find myself thinking, “What distinguishes these personalities?” “Which qualities and strategies drive them to the top of their respective sectors and industries?” I have been lucky enough to meet some of the top business leaders on […]
As an incoming MD, possibly taking the place of the original founder/MD who may be moving into a chair role, you’re there because the business needs a senior person who has skills and experience that don’t currently exist in the organisation. Phil Gripton, partner at Waypoint Partners explains that the incumbent leadership team will have […]
A significant amount of new employment legislation is coming into effect in April 2024, all of which will have implications for employers. Here are the key changes you need to know about. Family-friendly rights Flexible working Currently, an employee needs 26 weeks’ service to make a flexible working request. For requests made on or after […]
Whether you’re looking to build a thriving company culture, access top talent, or foster fairer opportunities and outcomes – diversity and inclusion are absolutely imperative in the workplace. Nevertheless, promoting true equality as an employer often requires careful planning, particularly when it comes to the oft-overlooked neurodiverse community, which can come up against unique challenges. […]
It’s Valentine’s Day and love is unashamedly in the air. But what if everything is not as rosy as it seems? In truth, all relationships can be tricky at times but even more so when your livelihood depends on it. As a business owner, you may spend as much time (if not more) with your […]
When we’re in school, we see it as the only route forward, the only way to thrive. Whilst education is of course important, it is not the only piece of the puzzle to unlocking success. We look at people such as Richard Branson, Steve Jobs, Oprah Winfrey, Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and more who all […]
“If your team doesn’t know what good looks like, then it’s unlikely they are going to achieve it.” COMMENTS made by one of the country’s most influential business experts towards the end of last year put the issue of leadership firmly in the spotlight. Anne Francke, the chief executive of the CMI, told the Financial […]
Welcome to our exciting new series, “So You Want to Be a CEO,” where each month, I will delve into the world of business leadership and scaling enterprises. Join me this insightful journey as I share my experience in business success. Handpick Your Team Wisely The most important asset to any business is its people. […]
HMRC aren’t known for their Christmas spirit, but there is one area where some taxpayers can benefit from a little cashflow bonus if they act now. Stefanie Tremain, from eading tax and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg, said: “Most people are aware that the normal filing deadline for a Self-Assessment tax return (and to make any […]
After another year of increasing costs and continued supply chain issues, businesses have become accustomed to operating in an ever-changing economic landscape. While many are looking ahead to the fresh opportunity that a new year brings, business growth may be harder to find in 2024. Instead, with elevated interest rates and higher energy prices on […]