On our leadership programs, a frequent concern raised by delegates is that they feel they are spending too much time working ‘in the business’. They are not alone.According to McKinsey, many…
In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, the role of senior managers and leaders is more crucial than ever. They are the navigators steering their organisations through the…
In today's dynamic business environment, making effective decisions is crucial for sustaining growth and ensuring long-term success. At the heart of this process lies the financial role, which…
Workplace conflict is a significant issue, costing the UK economy an estimated £28.5 billion annually, with nearly half a million employees resigning each year due to unresolved conflicts (Acas,…
Often, we make strategy more complicated than it needs to be. The true value of reviewing and rethinking strategy lies in bringing clarity to everyone in the organisation. Simplifying strategy can…
Are there issues in your business that slow things down or block progress? If so, do you know where your "Herbie" is? Eli Goldratt introduces the concept of "Herbie" in his best-selling book, The…
As a young man expected to join the family bakery business George Herbert (pictured above, fifth from the right) did anything but, and only after university, travelling, and eight years in the…
Lord Lovat was one of the first ever British Commandos, and led his brigade ashore on D-Day, 1944.Known as Shimi—a nickname bestowed upon him by Winston Churchill, who once remarked, “He was the most…
