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We’ve talked a lot about purpose, and while it should be at the very heart of your organisation, it’s been long debated what should come first - a clear purpose or the ‘right people’? It’s ‘the chicken or the egg?’ equivalent for business. 

What came first, the purpose or the people?

24 March 20252 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Rhonda Curliss 0 Comments

We’ve talked a lot about purpose, and while it should be at the very heart of your organisation, it’s been long debated what should come first – a clear purpose or the ‘right people’? It’s ‘the chicken or the egg?’ equivalent for business. 

It’s no secret that the US, with the Trump administration’s renewed focus on dismantling government-led DEI efforts, is sparking a shift among major companies.

Should you drop your diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives?

5 March 2025 Advice Paul Jones 0 Comments

Whilst some US firms are rolling back DEI programmes under the Trump administration learn how UK businesses can adapt while staying truly inclusive.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are essential for understanding and improving business performance.

Effective KPIs for Team-Building and Events Businesses

27 February 20252 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Annaliza Sturge 0 Comments

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are essential for understanding and improving business performance.

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New Right to Neonatal Care Leave: What Businesses Need to Know

11 February 202511 February 2025 Advice, In Business, Legal Hannah Waterworth 0 Comments

From 6 April 2025, businesses must prepare for a significant new workplace entitlement—neonatal care leave. Currently, 1 in 7 babies in the UK requires neonatal care due to premature birth, low birth weight, or complications.

Companies that rely heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) to prepare their Research and Development (R&D) tax claims could find their claims rejected by HMRC if the process lacks human oversight.

Businesses using AI to file R&D tax claims risk HMRC rejection

20 January 2025 Advice, AI, Finance Jamie Young 0 Comments

Businesses using AI to file R&D tax claims risk HMRC rejection if there’s no human oversight, warn experts. Quality checks and adviser input remain crucial.

As a small business owner building my business from the ground up, I’ve not had the option of hiring full-time staff in the early days of my startup. Instead, interns have played a significant role in helping the business grow.

Benefits of internships in 2025

20 January 20252 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Annaliza Sturge 0 Comments

As a small business owner building my business from the ground up, I’ve not had the option of hiring full-time staff in the early days of my startup. Instead, interns have played a significant role in helping the business grow.

The new year is an excellent opportunity for businesses to review their finances and plan effectively for the months ahead.

Looking ahead to 2025: Increased costs for employers     

15 January 20252 September 2026 Advice, Finance, Legal, Opinion Hannah Waterworth 0 Comments

The new year is an excellent opportunity for businesses to review their finances and plan effectively for the months ahead.

As we prepare to step into a new year, it’s important to pause and reflect on where we are in our personal and professional lives. Are you working to make a difference?

Finding Purpose: Reflecting on What Drives You as the New Year Approaches

4 December 20242 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Carole Spiers 0 Comments

As we prepare to step into a new year, it’s important to pause and reflect on where we are in our personal and professional lives. Are you working to make a difference?

‘Tis the season and everyone in the office is looking forward to joining their colleagues and clients for lots of festive fun at the annual company Christmas party…or are they?

Is it last orders for the traditional office party?

30 November 20242 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Rhonda Curliss 0 Comments

‘Tis the season and everyone in the office is looking forward to joining their colleagues and clients for lots of festive fun at the annual company Christmas party…or are they?

Gary Lineker, the former England footballer turned broadcaster, has strategically placed his television production company, Goalhanger Films, into voluntary liquidation ahead of upcoming capital gains tax rises.

Gary Lineker liquidates Goalhanger Films ahead of capital gains tax increase

23 November 202423 November 2024 Advice, Finance, Legal Jamie Young 0 Comments

Gary Lineker liquidates Goalhanger Films ahead of capital gains tax increases, strategically benefiting from current tax rates while focusing on the growth of Goalhanger Podcasts.

There is no denying the extraordinary benefits mentoring provides for both businesses and individuals; from increasing personal confidence and motivation, to establishing a positive work culture, and increasing retention rates within organisations; the positive impacts are endless.

Mentoring is both incredibly effective and versatile, so why is it not utilised more?

30 October 20242 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Ed Johnson 0 Comments

There is no denying the extraordinary benefits mentoring provides for both businesses and individuals; from increasing personal confidence and motivation, to establishing a positive work culture, and increasing retention rates within organisations; the positive impacts are endless.

Many of the challenges faced by businesses today are complex, multifaceted and interconnected – requiring a combination of human ingenuity and technological capabilities to solve. 

The Reluctant Leader: A Powerful Shift in Business Leadership

25 October 20242 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Rachel Watkyn 0 Comments

In today’s competitive business landscape, successful leadership is often portrayed as assertive, visionary, and highly ambitious. However, an equally powerful yet often overlooked archetype is the reluctant leader.

Let’s assume…you’re a business leader who has worked hard to empower your team to fly your company flag with confidence and absolute clarity on your brand and what you represent.

Business development to bottom line: Turning effort into results!

23 October 20242 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Rhonda Curliss 0 Comments

Let’s assume…you’re a business leader who has worked hard to empower your team to fly your company flag with confidence and absolute clarity on your brand and what you represent.

In today's competitive landscape, effective business development hinges on your entire team representing your brand with conviction and clarity.

Business Development, dark art to team sport

5 October 20242 September 2026 Advice, Opinion Rhonda Curliss 0 Comments

In today’s competitive landscape, effective business development hinges on your entire team representing your brand with conviction and clarity.

A new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment is imminent. What do businesses need to do to prepare?

A guide to the new legal duty on employers to prevent workplace sexual harassment

4 October 2024 Advice, Legal Hannah Waterworth 0 Comments

A new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment is imminent. What do businesses need to do to prepare?

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