Prepare your small business for prosperity and resilience in 2024
The arrival of a new year brings with it not only a sense of renewal but also an opportunity for small businesses to recalibrate, plan, and set the stage for growth and success. By focusing on...
View ArticleBusiness leaders need to think the unthinkable
Real life doesn’t care how much you believe in what you’re doing; real life demands you pay attention and plan ahead for curveballs you’d rather not think about. If you’re worth your salt as a...
View ArticleThe six phases of business leadership to deliver your legacy
Wealth creation is a strategy, not luck. As a business owner, embracing change is vital to remain relevant, grow, and win in a noisy and competitive market. It’s essential to wealth creation. Across...
View ArticleNow is the time to prepare for the opportunities and challenges 2024 will bring
Figures released in mid-December reveal the size of the UK economy shrank more than expected in October as the manufacturing and construction sectors were hit by poor weather. Gross domestic product...
View ArticleWhy New Year’s resolutions don’t work
However, statistics paint a bleak picture – a large majority of these resolutions are abandoned within the first few weeks. In fact, according to Times Magazine, 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by...
View ArticleLeveraging OKRs to drive a unified company vision
However, sticking to ambitious plans can be challenging given that nearly 80 percent of those who make New Year’s resolutions quit by February. To avoid falling into the same trap, business leaders...
View ArticleIs ‘LQ’ the future of business?
In the boardroom, there’s been a lot of talk about IQ (intelligence quotient) and EQ (emotional quotient). But now there are serious conversations about the topic LQ (learning quotient). Having a high...
View ArticleFour steps to design a personal board in 2024
A recent study, revealed that over half of respondents (53%) said the New Year represents a new start when it comes to work. Whilst this “New Year, New You” mindset can propel career change, the key...
View ArticleNavigating the evolving landscape of support for professional women in the UK
CHIEF, an organisation committed to advancing the careers of women in business, recently faced closure. Similarly, Chwarae Teg, a prominent Welsh charity dedicated to gender equality, underwent a...
View ArticleWill 2024 prove to be better for SMEs than 2023?
Early in the new year is always the time of year to reflect on the previous year and to set expectations and goals for the coming year. For many businesses, especially SMEs, 2023 proved to be a very...
View ArticleWhat happens when you say ‘Yes’
These are all intriguing questions. Truth be told, I have consistently adhered to a general policy of embracing nearly every opportunity that comes my way, regardless of its magnitude. At Know-it, I...
View ArticleLiving wage increase
The Cost of Living crisis is continuing to affect everyone, and so profit margins are looking slim for many companies regardless of size and industry. Businesses like yours are worried A survey...
View ArticleWhy people and pilots promote optimum conditions for agile
To start with, an organisation must first focus on identifying the required ‘shifts’ that are needed, then look for candidate projects or teams where improvements can be tried, tested, and...
View ArticleBuilding a growth mindset: Thriving in the face of challenges
The view we adopt of ourselves can shape our actions, determine our achievements, and ultimately impact the trajectory of our lives. This concept is at the heart of renowned psychologist Carol Dweck’s...
View ArticleChange: The unspoken fear every leader faces
It staggers me how so many leaders fail to factor into their plans the natural human resistance to change. Instead, they take to their podiums and hold forth on the “tough times” (as if none of us...
View ArticleTips for entrepreneurs: The importance of adaptability
With statistics from Forbes Magazine revealing that ‘only 8% of startups succeed’ it can sometimes seem like everyone, and everything, is out to get you. So, I wanted to provide some budding...
View ArticleHow to set your growth rate
A business needs to grow like a body needs to breathe. Stall growth, and it dies. It’s not personal. It’s nature, and viewing your business as a living and breathing thing has many benefits. So, how...
View ArticleThe importance of having realistic targets
Setting and managing expectations is the key to organisational success. It is a principal role of any leader. Managing expectations is a life skill that extends beyond the business world. Evaluating...
View ArticleShould I stay or should I go? How to know when to make the leap
There is much to be lost in pursuing new roles – loss of security, connection, status, finance – but also so much to gain. Debating whether to stay or go is a decision with particular nuance for...
View ArticleEntrepreneurship in the digital age: Adapting education for future leaders
As the digital age continues to redefine the entrepreneurial landscape, it is imperative that educational programs evolve to equip future leaders with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in this...
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