Looking after the mental health and happiness of your employees
Here are five ways you can support the mental health and general wellbeing of staff as we head into greyer skies in the winter months.
Board level strategy tips in an age of volatility: How to remain a great leader
The business sector has been hit by some massive changes in recent years, (cue tech innovation and globalisation). However, there are challenges that board level leaders face that remain the same as they were thirty years ago. I give you tips to navigate both traditional and new challenges that senior staff face in business life. Start by using the acronym VUCA. I’ll break it down for you.
How to network at a business event
Going to a networking event can be intimidating, but with these tips, you’ll come across cool, collected – and ready to talk business.
The DIY manual to nailing company culture
Even if DIY isn’t your favourite task in the world, it’s still a much needed job. And there are certain things you wouldn’t trust others to do and want to do yourself. Similarly, in the business world, you can outsource elements of your business – from accounts to HR admin – but building and fostering a positive workplace culture, isn’t one of those.
What’s the secret sauce for business growth?
Sooner or later, most small or medium-sized companies reach a major crossroads. Business has been good in previous years – but how do you take things to the next level, and is there one change you can make to guarantee successful growth?
Legal tips for those planning to launch a franchise
Launching a franchise can mean potentially rapid expansion without the need to raise significant amounts of capital, but there is much to think about in terms of legal framework.
Ten leadership qualities bosses should look to copy from the Queen
With Queen Elizabeth’s 90th birthday being in full swing, Nottingham businesswoman Louise Third suggests that our businesses would flourish if we adopt just a few of her Majesty’s leadership qualities.
Ten tips to grow a multi-million pound firm before you’re 25
Having co-founded Social Chain at the age of 23, with the company set to turnover £6m in 2016, Steve Bartlett unveils his top tips for building a multi-million pound company before you're 25.
Female bosses across the globe share their tips for business success
While in the UK many women don’t come across some of the horrors faced by those in less privileged nations, British women still face significant inequalities – particularly in the workplace. With that in mind, some inspiring female bosses unveil their top tips for business.
How to deal with dyslexia in the workplace
A Starbucks employee, accused of falsifying documents after entering the wrong information due to dyslexia, took the company to court and won her case. As such, here are some tips on spotting dyslexia and how to ensure employees work comfortably.