With growth on its mind, international payments firm World First hired its first CFO, appointing an ICAEW mentor to assist the company in its expansion. As such, we talked to Alexander Filshie about avoiding the common pitfalls in the pursuit to growth, as well as what changes CFOs now face.
When it comes to splitting off a section of the company to start a separate business, whether you sink or swim could depend on how many good people you bring with you, according to new research by Rotman School of Management.
Today marks the launch of a series of “15 Minute Business Fixes” clinics on Heathrow Express trains, which enables its passengers to get advice from successful business leaders. Kick-started by Bombay Bicycle Club owner and Dragons’ Den investor Sarah Willingham, we talked to her about the challenges that keep Brits awake at night – and how to overcome them.
According to research conducted by the University of Warwick, the STEM gap is persisting due to employers being unwilling to offer high wages.
By Gi Fernando
A skills shortage is often cited as being one of the major factors as to why businesses in the UK struggle. However, Gi Fernando, founder of Freeformers, argues that the creativity gap across the nation is harming the business landscape the most.
By Adam Butler
The biggest mistake many businesses make when they recruit is only to start looking when there’s a vacancy.
Having moved away from Thomas Cook ownership in 2014, Elegant Resorts is building an impressive brand in the luxury travel space and creating a diverse workforce to back this up.
Corporate restructuring specialist Trevor McClintock explains why investing in and turning around a failing company can provide a lucrative return for those willing to get stuck in.
The skills shortage in the UK is getting worse, and it is affecting the IT industry more than most. What is the solution
By Adam Smith
Adam Smith dissects how, with the right facilities and structure, business owners can nurture their team’s talents, improve productivity and build an ideal working environment.
