Small business

7 tips for start-ups seeking VC funding

September 23, 2010

I’ve been reflecting on the key business learning points emerging from the BVCA’s excellent recent event Financing & funding the digital age held in Manchester on 16 September 2010. It was a full day of fast moving panel discussions and keynote speeches that kept coming at a relentless pace until almost 6pm – plenty to chew over hence the [...]

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Why Business Leaders need Vision

August 4, 2010
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“Start with the end in mind” says Stephen Covey, in his landmark 7 Habits of Highly Successful People. Meanwhile, Fast Company co-founder Alan Webber advocates that entrepreneurs should: “Answer the final question first” Two highly successful visionary guys with a consistent key message – but what does this mean for you as an entrepreneur aiming [...]

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Business Tips for Start-Ups from David Hansson – 37 Signals

March 21, 2010

Some key learning points for fast growth and start-up companies: Common misconception that start-ups need external finance. Taking other people’s money leads to bad choices – too much staff, computers and too much time. Don’t waste your time raising money. Prove the business on its own revenues. Make sure you are working on your best [...]

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What Matters Now – Soul Business

January 6, 2010

Riffing off Seth Godin (and his collaborators’) contributions to the fantastic and recently published What Matters Now ebook, I thought I would add my one-pager (should Seth have asked me to contribute – maybe next time huh?) What Matters Now? Soul Business Making meaning through business.  Solving global problems.  Engaging people in work that fulfills [...]

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Great Business = Great People (and vice versa)

January 6, 2010

You often hear successful CEOs say: “I couldn’t have done it without my team” or “We’re a People Business and our people are our greatest asset”.  These hugely successful businesses all appear to have great people. But is it the luck or skill of the CEO in finding these “great people” or is it that great businesses [...]

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