The working population spends nearly 70% of their days at work. We all know that ‘all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy(/girl!)’ so what can we do to make sure that employees have enough ‘play’ during their time at work? Historically ‘play’ has been associated with children but there is a growing […]
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 […]
Getting your business in front of the right people has always been one of the biggest hurdles when acquiring new customers online, and in an ever competitive world it’s only becoming more challenging. A recent study has estimated that on average, people see 10,000 adverts (yes you read that right) per day with only a […]
In the fast-paced world of Formula 1, decisions made by drivers can often be as scrutinised as the split-second manoeuvres they make on the track. The announcement of the sports greatest driver Lewis Hamilton’s move from Mercedes to Ferrari has not only set the racing world abuzz but also provides a fascinating case study on […]
Marketing budgets have become far more proactive in recent years, and rightly so. The traditional approach of allocating budgets reactively based on previous performance is out and instead, marketing teams are taking a dynamic approach. To gain sustainable growth, budgets are allocated on activities that drive tangible results that propel the business forward. At this […]
“We need a TikTok account,” I said, to my team of mainly 20-something staff, two years ago. They looked at me blankly and slightly astonished. Yes I run a communications agency but I’m not really a social media person. I rarely use social media for personal announcements. And I have taken all social media apps […]
Businesses have historically lacked clarity from regulators regarding the compliant methods of age assurance available to them. While some brands have had to devote significant time and resources to understand and implement the solutions that best ensure child safety on their platforms, others have taken a more passive approach, opting to wait for additional guidance […]
A recent report from CB Insights indicated that 14% of new businesses fail due to poor marketing. With SMEs in the UK poised to spend a staggering £35.1 billion on marketing this year alone, many will end up throwing good money after bad with marketing initiatives that fail to deliver a clear return on investment. […]
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. […]