Increased competition, diminishing consumer trust, and fast-moving tech innovation… There’s no doubt it’s a competitive moment to be in business. But with every challenge comes opportunity, and in this case, to the changemakers come the spoils. In other words, if … Read More
You mentioned the ‘c’ word – how to make collaborations work for you
Earlier this year, you may remember that I wrote a post highlighting the potential pitfalls of collaborations, entitled ‘Don’t mention the ‘c’ word’. In it, I covered six essential steps that businesses should take before committing to a partnership. But … Read More
Nine Ways to Improve Staff Buy-In
Having your team behind you is essential to any brand or business’ success. Big or small, not-for-profit or corporate, if your staff believe in your brand and love where they work, this will shine through. At Kiikstart, I work with … Read More
How To: Get the Most out of Mentoring
“A mentor empowers a person to see a possible future, and believe it can be obtained” – Shawn Hitchcock. Mentoring is powerful. Some of the most successful people in the world, from Mark Zuckerberg to Sir Richard Branson and Oprah … Read More
Don’t Mention the ‘C’ Word
‘Collaboration’ has long been a buzzword in the business world. Companies recognise that remaining relevant requires not only internal collaboration and team work, but also collaboration in the form of partnerships with other organisations. Defined as “the situation of two … Read More
Lessons I Learnt from Anita Roddick
In a pre-online shopping world, and before the Internet was mainstream, the retail sector seemed a much surer bet. But even then, there were brands that didn’t rest on their laurels. Perhaps one of the best examples of this is … Read More
Calling BS on Your Company Culture
As leaders, there are times when our courage and resolve will be tested. Staying true to your personal values where there is a values mismatch with the company or organisation where you work is one of the most testing scenarios … Read More
When Fresh is Best: The Value of Outsider Talent
Promoting from within is a great motivational tool for your team – and a fantastic way to retain your best people. But, when taken too far, it can create a culture that is insular and nepotistic. Striking the right balance … Read More
Get Out of Your Own Way: How Ego Could Be Killing Your Business
A certain amount of ego is needed to build any successful business. It can bring you the confidence and resilience to persist, even when the odds are stacked against you, and to pick yourself up and keep going after failures … Read More
Three Insider Tips for a Positive Organisational Culture – and why Reviewing & Measurement is Key
People often talk about “organisational culture” like it’s a silver bullet. Get the culture right in a workplace and, before you know it, you’ll be breaking sales records and winning awards, right? Wrong. Many organisations are investing huge money and … Read More
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