Planning

In the world of business, it is always smart to think ahead to the future and plan for different scenarios. There is no crystal ball, and the business world can be unpredictable, which is why financial scenario planning is worthwhile for…

We caught up with Gordon to hear all about the importance of having an exit plan that will protect your assets. How vital having an exit strategy is?  Here's an example - I work with a lot of Private Equity investors who look at 100…

Many of the most successful companies in the world today came from humble origins. How can you ensure that you are ready to make your start as a business leader?

The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed the whole business world into uncharted waters. As a leader, there has never been a more important time for you to be both empathetic and decisive in steering your teams.

Organizing your business can mean the difference between an inefficient and stagnant profit and a well-operated and profitable organization.

Being a CEO is surely one of the most complicated assignments out there. Perceive the CEO as the trainer of a basketball team.

Everyone has a list of things they know they should do but, let’s face it, try to avoid doing at all costs.

Last week Jack Ma stepped down as head of Alibaba, one of the world’s largest e-commerce companies.

Speaking in public seems to be one of those skills that you either have or you don’t. Except that’s not always the case. People with low confidence, stammers or anxiety shouldn’t worry too much, because they can, with practice, take to the…

If you have a huge to-do list, then we are sure you are looking for the best way you can be productive. Because at times, at the end of a work day we tend to think we could have achieved more, in completing tasks or just doing more work.…

Today’s leaders face a number of challenges. The commercial challenges are often clear to see and the responses they demand, such as innovation, efficiency and adaptability, are generally well understood. However, one of the biggest…

Looking after the next generation and navigating succession has always been a hot topic in private equity. While succession planning is undoubtedly important for the continuity and sustainability of any business, it can be even more trying…