Interviews

IN

Interviews 4 min read

Too big too fast: The dangers of a growth spurt

Business growth is usually a good thing, but there’s real danger in getting too big, too fast. It’s tempting to sit back and catch your breath when profits are surging and prospects are bright, but complacency can be deadly for a growing business.

IN

International Trade 5 min read

Got global ambitions for your business Here are five titbits for world domination

A digitally enabled global market, better access to funding and increased support for entrepreneurs is good news for growing businesses. But the reality of expanding to new places can also be littered with hidden challenges.

IN

Interviews 3 min read

Engaging with staff to pick auto-enrolment direction was the strategy for this boss

Ahead of the game with his compliance obligations, small business owner Jeremy Stern is now dealing with the challenges of ensuring the best deal for his staff.

HR

HR & Management 4 min read

12 questions CEOs should want to be asked when interviewing

It's always immediately obvious to me whether the candidate across the table from me is serious about working for my company, by the response I get when at the end of the interview I ask: “Do you have any questions for us ”.

IN

Interviews 2 min read

VC firm Octopus opens accelerator programme with fintech focus

The parent company of venture capital firm Octopus Investments, Octopus Group, has opened Octopus Labs, a new accelerator programme launched to support fintech startups, while also independently creating in-house products.

IN

Interviews 5 min read

Engaging and inspiring people plays a big part in the success of a business

Social enterprises are businesses that exist to tackle social problems and protect the environment. And while many may suggest embracing the dualism required to both do good and make money isn’t easy, the number of small social enterprises in the UK suggest otherwise.

Interviews 6 min read

Not sure whether your firm is a healthy one Heres how to keep the corporate doctor at bay

While running your own business may seem like “the life,” it’s not all fun and games. With it being easier than ever to make a nose-dive after garnering success, it’s important to step back and assess the health of your business from time to time.

HR & Management 5 min read

Independence pay: This recruitment agency is managing auto-enrolment by itself

When it comes to auto-enrolment, niche recruitment agency BeecherMadden has already staged – and managed the process on its own terms.

HR & Management 5 min read

What people want is to be recognised financial rewards do nothing to reduce staff turnover

High employee turnover hurts a company’s bottom line and can damage morale among remaining staff. With it arguably being one of the most intense challenges, we canvassed the business landscape for advice on how to stop the churn.