Some people start a business to sack the boss. Here in the regions, the labour market is not deep, and many people start a business to provide themselves with a job. In my own case, I’ve found the lifelong urge to go out on my own was not just about escaping from spending my working […]
Why Do We Start Businesses? Read More »
Innovation. Governance. Succession planning. Absolutely key to long-term family business success, and all getting a big red X in PwC’s latest survey of the sector. The survey shows the blame lies not with interest rates, the competition or government policy. The obstacles are internal: poor governance, risk aversion, under-investment in digital tools. Seventy percent of
Family Business: Walking the Talk? Read More »
“That [course/conference/membership] is a bit expensive,” said a million business owners. But what if you flip it and view it as an investment? Costs and investments both show up in your P&L, but they are totally different in meaning. Costs are for essentials, like rent, fuel or electricity. Investments build capability and expand your options.
Personal Development: Investment or Cost? Read More »
