How often do we see a person on a mission trying to get their detailed points across and failing miserably? People tune out and may even get…
As a new founder with a fast-growing startup, the ability to effectively manage a growing team is crucial in order to ensure all hands are …
This article first appeared on September 2nd, 2011. Pack your bags, load up the car and fill up the esky – we’re going on a road-trip…
This article first appeared on July 22, 2011. A few nights ago my partner came home and told me about how a group of customers came to he…
This article first appeared on June 9, 2011. Having a board of directors is something most start-ups never think about – it sounds like…
This article first appeared on May 17, 2011 The long lunch with an important customer is one of my favourite business weapons. Not only …
This article first appeared May 24, 2011. The end of the financial year is a busy, busy period. There are tax matters to attend to, budg…
Mentors can help tremendously through the most dangerous phases of starting up. But how do you make it specific and make sure you get more t…
We recently had a meeting with a private equity firm, and posted on the lobby wall was a quote from former US president Calvin Coolidge. …
Ms Manners, If you have an appointment at someone’s office when should you arrive? Personally I find it quite distracting if som…
