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Misinformation & Climate Change

Chewing the Cud on Climate Change at a recent board meeting, there were two items that were most veraciously discussed.  The first is the widespread dissemination of misleading information and the second, the increasing perils associated with climate change. These two issues are often closely ...
How should you reward your startup advisor?

Compensating a Startup Advisor

Reward for ValueStartup advisors bring valuable insights, industry expertise, and connections that can accelerate growth, help avoid common pitfalls, and provide strategic guidance. Advisors may support areas such as product development, fundraising, marketing strategies, and customer acquisition. The nature and depth of their engagement will ...

Future of the Film Industry?

“What does the future of film look like”?This is the intriguing question asked of me during a recent GrowthMentor session with an engaging film production entrepreneur. With technology and digital platforms continuously evolving, the film industry has been adapting at an unprecedented pace. The pandemic, ...

Disloyal Boards? Think Again

Courting a business with a view to joining their board, I was asked to share my thoughts on board effectiveness and due to warmth with which my comments were received, I thought I’d share them here for your consideration and hopefully to provoke some thinking ...

Growing your Business

As we embark on a new quarter, Q2 of 2024 presents a key opportunity for entrepreneurs to focus on growing their business, raising finance, and scaling up their ventures. The decisions and strategies you implement now can set the stage for success throughout the year. ...

Startups: Survive & Thrive

The UK Startup Scene The UK has long been a fertile ground for innovation, entrepreneurship, and the birth of dynamic startups. London, with its status as a global financial hub, and the South of England, known for its academic excellence and technological advancements, are often the ...

Building a Startup Advisory Board

A Blueprint for SuccessAs your startup begins to grow, there will come a time when you encounter challenges or opportunities that require expertise beyond what your core team possesses. Whether it’s navigating complex regulations, establishing critical industry connections, or making strategic hires, a well-constructed advisory ...

Leaders Embracing Vulnerability

Leaders, are you too afraid to ask for help? It's time to break the stigma and embrace vulnerability as a sign of strength. In 2023’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, vulnerability is more important than ever. We probably all know that it's not uncommon for leaders ...

The Sector That Eats its Young

Are you a founder in the start-up sector looking for inspiration to take your business to the next level?Well… for inspiration, look no further than the 'Barkley Marathons', an ultra-marathon race known for its extreme difficulty and unpredictable terrain.This incredible race goes by the tag ...

How’s Your Pitch Deck?

Is your pitch deck ‘everything, everywhere all at once’?I see dozens of decks every month and most follow a well-known and much-discussed model. I’m not going to discuss that here today. Instead, I’ve set out what I think is most frequently missing that means it may miss ...

Post Deal Integration

You’ve done the deal, but how do you ensure a successful integration?In a previous post, I discussed strategies for achieving success in M&A. Now, I'd like to explore the intricacies of post-deal integration (PDI) and the challenges it presents in 3000 characters or less!M&A transactions ...

Raising Business Finance

Successful Fundraising Mandates and Lessons for Early-Stage UK Businesses 2023 has been a transformative year for early-stage businesses in the UK - especially those raising finance. Amidst economic uncertainties, I was lucky enough to have helped a dozen or so innovative startups to successfully raise finance, ...