Humans are social creatures. Our DNA is genetically hardwired to spend time in communities, working with others to solve problems, to be creative and to learn. It’s what has enabled us to dominate the world as the most successful organism to have ever existed. Our ability to socialise is our superpower. The working population spends […]
The working population is growing as people live longer and choose to retire later, and the current employment workforce is now made up of five generations. We are seeing baby boomers working alongside Gen Z, both generations apart with differing needs and priorities, and with this generational diversity comes the need for versatile leadership approaches. […]
Business owners consider turnover as a fundamental metric for the growth of their firm. However, beyond this surface-level figure lies a deeper narrative that distinguishes one company from another. While two firms within the same industry may show similar turnover figures, the underlying dynamics of their revenue streams can be vastly different. The quality of […]
Inheritance is a hot topic as Baby Boomers ponder how best to pass on the proceeds of their life’s work to their business colleagues and family members. Whatever the source of your wealth you’re entitled to protect it and ensure it will make a difference to the lives of your beneficiaries. In this article we’ll […]
Many of the challenges faced by businesses today are complex, multifaceted and interconnected – requiring a combination of human ingenuity and technological capabilities to solve. Professor Chris Harrop OBE, Made in Britain Chairman explains that while Industry 4.0 revolutionised production – with the transformative impact of automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things […]
There’s no doubt that AI adoption is here and possibly more widespread than you would have thought. Research from Equals Money of UK financial decision makers found that over three quarters (77%) are already actively adopting or experimenting with AI in their processes. So, what role can AI play in your business finances? A core […]
As a business owner and advocate for scaling globally, I’ve observed a striking paradox within the UK’s economic landscape. Despite there being 5.5 million SMEs across the nation, less than 10% engage in international trade. This is a significant missed opportunity; exporting offers a range of benefits that can catalyse business growth, enhance productivity, and […]
There may be few certainties in life, but when it comes to the marketing world, there are several hard facts that account for why it is really, really tough to go from being a small business to a large one. Some of these issues are simply a byproduct of how our economy works, while others […]
The phrase “Nothing stays the same” is often used when we look perhaps nostalgically at the past. I expect it was something we might have said to ourselves a lot four years ago when we were asked to stay at home during the repeated pandemic-related lockdowns, to make us remember that all things shall pass. […]
E-commerce continues to grow in popularity with over 20% of purchases expected to occur online in 2024. This growth can be attributed to various factors, including online retailers now selling a variety of products and customers increasingly looking for discounts, greater choice and convenience. In recent years consumers have increasingly used online retailers to purchase […]