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SME. The backbone of your community

A healthy economy requires small business growth and sustainability. When small businesses are healthy and prosperous, the community-at-large benefits and prospers, too.  Small Business Is The Backbone Of The Community There are 5.7 million small businesses in the UK (2017). These businesses employ 60% of the workforce and account for 51% of transactions throughout the year. Together, small businesses pack a large punch that provides stability to the UK workforce. In addition to privately owned small businesses, franchised businesses have grown significantly in the past decades. Restaurants, petrol stations, coffee shops, and retail outlets across the country all provide franchise opportunities and employment.     Entrepreneurs Drive Small Businesses We are an entrepreneurial country. The spirit of entrepreneurship is deeply ingrained in our culture, and small business owners are the men and women who take their ideas and bring them to life. The community members who a

Executive coaching for leaders

Given the enormous changes occurring in the UK & USA and the challenges that lie ahead, there is a great sense of urgency to identify and develop executive leaders who can effectively position their organisations for success.  One of the most impactful leadership development strategies for building a leader’s competitive edge is coaching. Executive coaching can significantly impact individual growth and organisational success by focusing on the development of specific leadership competencies required for success.  In addition to strengthening executive skills, coaching is particularly impactful for  leaders who, in addition to their duties, are now being tapped to lead others, lead change, and lead for results. These new competency requirements are best fostered through targeted individual leadership development via coaching conducted in tandem with other developmental strategies. When Is Coaching Best Applied? To retain valuable leaders.  Dissatisfaction with potent