5 lessons from climbing a mountain
Two weeks ago I climbed Mount Snowdon to raise funds for a local school. At 1,085m it's the highest mountain in England and Wales. It's also one of the hardest…
6 Things People Want From A Leader
If you ask five people what leadership is, you will probably get six different answers. Everyone seems to have a different view. Some of which are based on what they…
How To Stop Culture From Eating Your Strategy for Breakfast
One of my favourite business quotes comes from Peter Drucker, and it’s “Culture Eats Strategy For Breakfast.” What this means is that is doesn’t matter what your companies mission, vision,…
Time to Hire? Here’s all you need to know
You’ve taken the plunge and finally set up that business that you’ve always wanted. Gone are the days of working for someone else – you’re finally out on your own…
The one thing most leaders forget about accountability
While it’s true that Accountability starts at the top, and that if leaders don’t walk the talk, and meet their commitments, it will be almost impossible to create a culture of accountability. Yes, if…
No. 1 cause of business failure
It’s amazing how many different things get blamed for why businesses take a nosedive. Whether it’s the teams, products, marketing, sales, the banks or even in some cases I have…
Is it possible to cut staff costs without firing people?
Keeping costs down is a priority for all businesses and that means eliminating any waste and constantly looking for ways that you can do things cheaper. But there are certain…
One Bad Habit That Creates A Toxic Culture
We have all worked for bad bosses, I know I that I have had my share, and I may even have been a bad boss to some. And to those…
Jerks at work can seriously affect your health
And other aspects of performance can be affected as well According to recent reports the cardiac surgery unit at my local hospital has a mortality rate almost twice the national…
The beating heart of your business: Leadership components to propel a healthcare startup
Most entrepreneurs encounter various problems in expanding their business, but, the gravely underestimated issue comes from within. Their leadership skills may leave a lot to be desired. And, while we can…