Who’s on your Red Team?
I recently read about a concept used in cybersecurity of a “Red Team”. It probably had its origins in the military and wargaming but, in essence, it’s about having people
Are you in a Silo of One?
A common issue for many founders, business owners and leaders is operating in a “silo of one”. It’s said that it’s sometimes lonely being the boss, and CEO/MDs will often
How to avoid a Leadership Echo-chamber
The term “echo-chamber” is often applied to today’s news and social media. The concept is an environment in which an individual only encounters beliefs or opinions that coincide with their
Peer Networks in Greater Lincolnshire
Our partners at SkillsReach have been appointed to run a number of tailored Peer Network programmes for the Voluntary Sector and for Rural businesses in Greater Lincolnshire. The programmes areCOVID-19: Free Business Mentoring Support
As the COVID-19 pandemic accelerates, with the resulting economic impact, smaller businesses are facing challenges that were unthinkable just a few weeks ago. The pace of decision making can seem
Pause, Pivot or Persist?
There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic is testing the leadership skills of businesses both large and small. Many have seen a dramatic cliff-edge drop-off in revenues, whilst others
What’s the winning aspiration for your business?
There’s an excellent question in the book Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works that I think gets to the heart of business strategy. “What’s your winning aspiration?” Why is this phrase