Many, many hats: How to structure a team for rapid growth
Which roles should founders hire for first? And when is the right time to put experienced and qualified people into specialist positions?
It’s June and as we’re rapidly approaching the end of the 2015/16 financial year, it’s a good time for businesses and individuals to t…
This article first appeared on May 17th, 2011. I get really nervous when I have to pitch to others. I hate public speaking and forcing…
This article first appeared August 29, 2011. If you are starting out, you should definitely approach potential board members that you alr…
Being a solo business owner means being all things to all people and moving from one aspect of the business to another at light speed. …
If you established your business under a company structure as part of the set-up process there would have been shares issued, so you probabl…
There are two key elements which should be covered in a shareholder agreement. The first element is entirely within your own hands –…
It won’t surprise you to know that the Taskmaster is a regular Gordon Gecko. Every morning, I get up and study my share portfolio, celebra…
Most small business owners are pretty close to their business. For many, it is a major part of their life and the distinction between person…
If you’re starting out in business operating as a sole trader – as opposed to operating in a company structure – makes a lot of sense….
I’ve been told that investors are more willing to back transaction-based rather than ad-funded business models. Is this true and, if so, s…
For successful businesses, the reality is that simple business structures do not work. They leave you risk exposed, are tax ineffective and …
