A growing number of UK small business owners are struggling with exhaustion, isolation and loneliness,
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Firms Cannot Carry Much More.
Colin says the Chancellor “must not burden small businesses with more costs and red tape,” as he warns that many tremendous small businesses are already approaching their limits.
Season 2, Episode 6: I failed up, but now I can make a difference
Radical. this is the word that comes immediately to mind when you listen to David Glennie. His observations on AI are very insightful, but his twin beliefs about his privilege and his fallibility mark him out from the field. They have also driven him to develop his business in a decidedly unique way. From establishingContinue reading “Season 2, Episode 6: I failed up, but now I can make a difference “
Season 2, Episode 5: Transparent communication is the key to global success
Rachel Gilley started with Clarity-Global five years ago and was recently appointed Chief Executive. During that time, she worked closely with the founding director, building trust and a shared vision. Her watchword is communication—honest, open, and transparent communication. This is manifested not only in this interview but also in multiple practical measures that she hasContinue reading “Season 2, Episode 5: Transparent communication is the key to global success”
Season 2, Episode 4: Delegate early to grow more easily!
Many business owners will recognise Anoob Saban’s journey. Starting as a night porter in a hotel, he worked his way up via several hotel chains until about five years ago, when he started his own hotel. Since then, he has acquired or negotiated management contracts for nine more and created a chain called Brilliant Hotels.Continue reading “Season 2, Episode 4: Delegate early to grow more easily!”
Season 2, Episode 3: “Coaching is a vital skill for any leader”
Lucy Chamberlain started her business 10 years ago at a challenging moment in her life. She set out from the start to make her business a safe space for women and has developed both herself and her business to make good on that. She has worked hard on her coaching abilities, taken C and CContinue reading “Season 2, Episode 3: “Coaching is a vital skill for any leader” “
Season 2, Episode 2: My Values help me deal with stress
Mark Gregson left a well-paid job in the middle of Covid and started his first business, Impact Working. It certainly seems to suit his “pirate” nature but also brings a lot of additional stress. In this interview, Mark opens up about working very anti-social hours in response to his imposter syndrome and how his valuesContinue reading “Season 2, Episode 2: My Values help me deal with stress”
Season 2, Episode 1: Stepping back enabled me to focus on the things that matter.
In this open and wide-ranging interview Alex Holliman describes how in Covid he stepped back from the day to day running of Climbing Trees and took time to look at what was really important to the business. He’s not looked back; the business has grown, staff have flourished, and the team have much more focus on whatContinue reading “Season 2, Episode 1: Stepping back enabled me to focus on the things that matter.”
Season 1, Episode 7: “Succession planning is crucial”
In this wide-ranging interview Jenny Kitchen discusses how her innate values have helped her develop the business. Her empathy and kindness enabled her to join a founder led business and give it new energy and focus without damaging relationships. These values underpin her ability to focus on what’s important – whether that’s deciding what workContinue reading “Season 1, Episode 7: “Succession planning is crucial” “
Season 1, Episode 5: Leaders must never stop learning..
This is a very open and honest interview about how stressful it can be to run a business and keep all the wheels turning. It also highlights the inner determination and drive that has helped Rav overcome challenges and his own doubts. His openness to learning shine through alongside the passion for developing his business.