Returning to work this week after a much-needed holiday, I was pleased to see reports from Deloitte and EY that business leaders across the UK are feeling more confident about our nation’s economic future than at any time since pre-pandemic. I’m sure…
This week’s headlines have been filled with news of widespread supply shortages across UK businesses. I’m sure many of you have popped into a supermarket recently and been met with a scarcity of items such as tomatoes and peppers -…
This week saw the return of Parliament for the first time in 2023 and there is no doubt there is much work to be done. As the nation battles against a challenging economic climate, the need for strong political leadership…
As we approach the festive season, individuals are cutting back on festive spending as the cost of living crisis intensifies. There is no doubt that this Christmas, and for the foreseeable future, purse strings will tighten for nearly all across…
Writing hot on the heels of the UK’s second budget in as many months, it feels appropriate to reflect on what we as business leaders can learn from the contrasting approaches to the last two budget announcements. As the Chancellor…
Last week, ‘Permacrisis’ was announced as Collins Dictionary's word of the year, and it certainly does feel that it sums up 2022. Just this week, we have heard further grim assessments that the nation could be set to enter the…
It’s hard to believe quite how much has changed in the mere week since I shared my last note with you all. We have a new Prime Minister, our third in just seven weeks, and the sense of anxiety about…
What qualities define a good leader? In uncertain and volatile times, it’s a more relevant question than ever. Businesses need strong leaders to navigate through the challenges that confront them, staff look to leaders to provide clarity and direction, while…
Another week, another raft of concerning headlines and political upheaval. Amongst the myriad of gloomy news reports, I was concerned to see the latest ONS Labour Market figures. They showed key sectors such as social work, food and financial services…
Following last week’s Conservative Party Conference, the intense scrutiny on Liz Truss and her Government shows no sign of abating as both politicians and members of the public voice their concerns. Like the rest of the country, they face hefty…