It’s late November, and I’ve already heard it: “Let’s revisit this in the New Year.” Sound familiar? Suddenly, the whole of December is written off. Meetings deferred, decisions shelved, and opportunities kicked into 2025. But here’s the question: why? What’s so sacred about December that it becomes a no-go zone for action? Let’s be honest.
Are you too close to spot the waste and missed opportunities holding your business back? When Elon Musk was tasked with rooting out inefficiency in the U.S. government, it made waves—and for good reason. Imagine what an objective, fresh eye could reveal in your organisation. This article explores how a smart outside view can supercharge
You're in the hot seat. The Chancellor's latest budget has landed, and that National Insurance hike for employers is staring you in the face. Suddenly, the pressure's on to trim the fat, find efficiencies, and – God forbid – consider redundancies. But before you reach for the axe and start swinging, ask yourself this: are
Let's be honest, "business transformation" gets thrown around like confetti at a wedding. But what does it really mean? Is it just another trendy term consultants use to justify hefty fees? Or is there genuine substance behind the hype? You see, many businesses fall into the trap of thinking transformation is simply about implementing a
Imagine you're running a café. Two customers walk in. The first asks for a black coffee and grabs it to go. The second lounges in, orders a latte, and stays for 30 minutes, enjoying the atmosphere. They both leave with a coffee, but are they both there for the same reason? Of course not. The
Let's be honest. The UK management consulting scene is stuck in the past and is ripe for disruption. Businesses today face a barrage of challenges – rapid technological shifts, economic turbulence, evolving customer demands – yet too often, traditional consultancies serve up the same old solutions. We're talking generic strategies, theoretical frameworks, and PowerPoint presentations
Riding the Waves of Change: The Rise of the Chief Transformation Officer (CTrO) In today's dynamic business environment, merely staying afloat isn't enough. Companies must be agile, proactive, and constantly evolve to navigate the ever-changing currents of disruption and innovation. This is where the Chief Transformation Officer (CTrO) emerges as a critical figure in the
Red Adair's famous quote, "If you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait until you hire an amateur," remains more relevant than ever in today's business environment. Basing decisions predominantly on costs can be tempting, but the truth is, as Red so famously put it, it can end up costing you a lot more in
Sustainability & ESG - The Big Topic Businesses of all sizes are increasingly focused on sustainability and environmental responsibility. This is evident in the rise of searches for terms such as "net zero emissions," "ESG investing," and "sustainable supply chain management." However, there are still a number of difficulties that businesses and leaders face in
Businesses often face many challenges in delivering projects. These can include a lack of internal dedicated resource or relevant experience within the organisation, the need for assistance on how best to plan and execute a successful outcome, a failing project that needs to be brought back on track, the need for a "fresh pair of
