Blog
Are You A Responsible Business Owner?
13th August 2019
A small business is a passion and a joy - we live and breathe it and, more often than not, it occupies our minds long after the working day is over.
Running the business isn’t just in our thoughts, either. We work long hours - often 7 days a week - and the hours we work are far longer than if we’d been an employee - and far far less money much of the time.
There are some practical considerations that need addressing, as you give yourself to your business.
Driving ahead the revolution in clean growth
30th July 2019
The environmental agenda creates a curious dichotomy in the business world. As individuals we, of course, care about the future of the planet and the legacy we are leaving our children. As business owners, there is already so much to do so how can we be sure that ‘going green’ doesn't slip down the priority list.
Meeting the challenges of our ageing society
16th July 2019
Modern healthcare is amazing - we are living longer and, for many, we don't feel the aging effect in the same way as our grandparents. In the media, it is most common to consider the social 'problems' of ageing but, are you considering the impact on your business of this increasingly mature market?
Leading in changes to the future of mobility
2nd July 2019
Everything we do today revolves around the idea of work locations. We 'go to work' - in an office, a shop, a factory.... But technology and the needs of business have moved on. There is massive potential for small businesses to break the mould as they grow and to really make the most of work mobility.
Harnessing artificial intelligence and the data revolution
18th June 2019
If you are like me, terms like ‘ artificial intelligence’ and ‘ the data revolution’ make you think science fiction. While the data revolution might not see any of us in space, it does give a small business some real opportunities and some significant challenges.
The Four Grand Challenges for Business
4th June 2019
BEIS has launched a policy paper about the ‘Four Grand Challenges’ to secure a prosperous future for Britain. As a growing business, there is action you can take now to be read when these challenges come - and put yourself ahead of the competition today.
Using Third Parties and Advisors
21st May 2019
As you grow you will want to get some expert help. So how do you decide what to do yourself and where to bring in outside help.
Leading People Through Change
7th May 2019
If you want to grow your business, you need to ensure that your team are on board and ready, willing and able to grow with you. But none of us like being told what to do - so how do you get support from your team as you grow?
Putting systems and processes in place so you can grow
23rd April 2019
When you decided to start out in business, did you dream of what it would be like to be your own boss?
You eagerly get your business underway and then one day reality hits! There is a LOT of work to do.
So, put the systems in place that allow you to delegate.
Dealing with Uncertainty
9th April 2019
The only thing that is certain is that every business faces uncertainty!
The real challenge with uncertainty is to not throw in the towel at the first hurdle, and keep on going and believing in your business, even when you can’t see the immediate way ahead.
