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7 ways to be a great leader
I’ve always been drawn to and had a fascination for exceptional leaders, particularly in the realm of business. I find myself thinking, “What distinguishes these personalities?” “Which qualities and strategies drive them to the top of their respective sectors and industries?”
Why the Spring Budget could be crucial for prospective homeowners
As anticipation builds around the upcoming Spring Budget, individuals ranging from energy sector analysts to childcare providers are eagerly awaiting potential announcements.
An incoming MD replacing a founder/outgoing MD – a tricky balancing act
As an incoming MD, possibly taking the place of the original founder/MD who may be moving into a chair role, you’re there because the business needs a senior person who has skills and experience that don’t currently exist in the organisation.
Young Brits Embrace Entrepreneurship, Turning Side Hustles into Start-ups
From the allure of Dragons’ Den to the dynamic platforms of TikTok, a surge of youthful entrepreneurial spirit is reshaping the landscape of business in the UK.
A guide to the imminent changes to employment law
A significant amount of new employment legislation is coming into effect in April 2024, all of which will have implications for employers. Here are the key changes you need to know about.
Is the Sharing Economy Relevant to B2B Sectors?
The sharing economy is prompting a rethink of business practice. To address confusion, this transformative model is also referred to as the ‘crowd’, ‘gig’, ‘peer-to-peer’ or ‘on-demand’ economy. It operates within the context of digital technology and is based on collaborative consumption, allowing both individuals and businesses to share assets, products or services with one another.
AI to Design Drugs in the Near Future, Says Google DeepMind CEO
Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) could revolutionise drug discovery by designing drugs directly in clinics within the next few years.
Cyber experts raise AI fears security fears in Parliament
Leading figures from Britain’s cyber industry gathered in Parliament last night to discuss the risk posed by AI to national security.
Five things you need to think about when organising a fun team bonding activity
Have you been tasked with organising a fun team bonding activity and have no idea where to start? Don’t worry – this article will help to guide you and hopefully make it as painless as possible!
New Research Shows $42 Trillion Locked in Global Supply Chains Stymies SME Growth
The latest Prism SME Barometer reveals UK’s small and medium-sized businesses face a massive $42 trillion in working capital trapped in global supply chains. This capital constraint severely limits SMEs’ ability to expand internationally.
Predictions for Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget 2024
As Chancellor Jeremy Hunt prepares to unveil the government’s latest tax and spending measures in the upcoming spring budget, all eyes are on the Conservative government’s strategy to alleviate the heavy tax burden on British workers and stimulate growth following the recent recession.
BBC faces scrutiny over IR35 implementation during government questioning
Tim Davie, the Director General at the BBC, and his team found themselves under the intense scrutiny of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) yesterday regarding the corporation’s implementation efforts across the UK.
How does the workplace impact productivity?
One of the major trends in business in recent years has been the role of the workplace. Some companies are making the office a destination to encourage employees in, while there have been grandiose exclamations that the office is dead.
£3.7M awarded to advance UK smart factory projects
The Made Smarter Innovation Challenge, part of UKRI’s Made Smarter Innovation (MSI) Challenge, has awarded significant grants totaling £3.7 million to advance smart factory projects in the UK.