If you’ve been paying any attention to the news in recent years you will know that Britain has a productivity ‘problem’. August publications such as the Financial Times, and The Economist will tell you Britain’s ‘poor productivity’ is ‘holding us back’ as a country on the world stage. Institutions from the London School of Economics, […]
In today’s competitive landscape, effective business development hinges on your entire team representing your brand with conviction and clarity. Simple right? Well… not really. The challenge is, many leaders aren’t confident business developers themselves, so empowering their teams to ‘do BD’ is often goes in the ‘too hard’ basket. Here’s a few quick tips for […]
If so, how often is acceptable? What if the contact is unwanted? The Employment Tribunal recently considered these issues in the Toure v Commissioners for HM Revenue and Customs case. Ms Toure joined HMRC in 2019 and is a French national of African origin and a Muslim. She had a disability as defined by the […]
Some business partnerships are just meant to be and last for many years, even after the namesakes have long left the business. Think M&S, founded in 1884 by Michael Marks and Thomas Spencer. But not all business founders have as much enduring success. In a previous article I covered the issue of how lonely being […]
Perception is a powerful force that influences how we view the world and, in turn, how the world views us. Today’s environment is saturated with social media and influencers covering all areas of the market, leading to perception becoming even more critical for a brands success. How you see the world around you is your […]
My business and work combine a variety of disciplines, including professional organising and decluttering, the psychology of people’s relationship to their home, and interior and spatial design. As a result, the range of people who have influenced and inspired me are also quite a diverse bunch. One of the first people to inspire me in […]
I’ll say it straight: I’m backing Kamala Harris for President of the United States. Yes, you read that right. While the current political circus across the pond often feels like a far-off Netflix drama that’s both compelling and maddening, there’s something about Harris that makes you stop scrolling, sit up, and think, “Hang on, she […]
As the leaves turn crisp and golden this October, the nation’s business owners will be bracing themselves for a political event that could redefine their future: the unveiling of Rachel Reeves’ first budget as Chancellor of the Exchequer. Reeves, a figure who has climbed the Labour ranks with a reputation for being both sharp and […]
Often misunderstood as a “dark art,” business development is actually the strategic powerhouse driving organisational growth. At its core, business development is about seizing opportunities, forging key relationships, and boosting revenue through partnerships, market expansion, and innovative offerings. From networking to strategic planning, it’s all about turning insights and connections into tangible results for long-term […]
Good growth: the interconnection between shareholder and stakeholder value, where social, economic and environmental factors combine to create sustainable change. In a world where acting purposefully matters, businesses need to demonstrate that they can grow in the right way at the right pace. It’s not just about good intentions. It’s about delivering positive outcomes while […]