by Kate Mercer | Aug 31, 2025 | Leadership
You think you’re open-minded in business. Everyone does. It’s like asking someone if they’re a good driver – of course they are. The problem? Mindsets are invisible to their owners while being glaringly obvious to everyone else. Right now, you...
by Kate Mercer | Aug 31, 2025 | Leadership
You’ve invested time and effort in defining your company values. Perhaps you’ve committed to “trust and respect” or “recognising and rewarding creativity and initiative.” Your team knows these values. They’ve heard the...
by Kate Mercer | Aug 14, 2025 | Organisation Culture
You may resist thinking of your business as a ‘brand’ – and rightly so. The term feels too shallow, too marketing-focused, for something as substantial as the organisation you’re building. But it deserves your attention: every organisation...
by Kate Mercer | Aug 7, 2025 | Leadership
During times of organisational growth or transformation, the changes that are needed, while exciting, can also be challenging. Many teams excel at mastering new skills or adopting new structures, but there are times when individuals struggle to fully embrace the...
by Kate Mercer | Aug 7, 2025 | Organisation Culture
For many SME founders, succession planning is a pressing challenge. Whether retirement is on the horizon or you’re simply looking for a way to secure the long-term future of your business, employee ownership (EO) is an increasingly popular option. But is it right for...
