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"To make no mistakes is not in the power of man; but from their errors and mistakes the wise and good learn wisdom for the future." -Plutarch. Ownership is one of the best things an entrepreneur can learn. It can sometimes be a painful lesson but it means that when mistakes happen, they become...

Productivity is considered to be the holy grail these days, both in personal development contexts and corporate environments. But how well do you really understand it? And, more importantly, how well do you know how to measure productivity in your team? Although I’ve been managing teams for years...

Gazing up at the stars in the night sky has always captured humankind’s curiosity and imagination, but could it soon also capture the entrepreneurial imagination?The recent images snapped by NASA’s James Webb telescope have stoked people’s excitement for space exploration more than ever. Away from the stunning images and wild possibilities however, the space tech sector could...

As borderless payments become more and more common and easier to access, businesses are using this technology to reach ever more customers globally. Whether you're a fintech expert or you know nothing about blockchain, borderless payment technology will present opportunities for your business and so it is worth understanding some of the basics.What is a borderless payment?

For a long-time now, Facebook and other social media platforms have been central to marketing strategies for businesses around the world. With their enormous reach, relatively low costs and adaptiveness to an increasingly digital economy, using social media to reach new audiences has been a no-brainer for many. Recent events should give entrepreneurs pause...

Finding the right people is key to building the team you need to carry your business forwards to success. Good recruitment is essential then, and a good hiring process should feature a mix of stages including practical assignments, aptitude tests and reference checks.  Central to the process however, will be the interview, or interviews....

Amongst the excitement of Christmas and New Year, it's easy to get carried away with planning your moves for the coming year. The end of the year is also however a great time to take a look back at the year that was, and take stock of what worked and what didn’t.   Entrepreneurs...

Fact: We could all use an extra dose of motivation from time to time. After all, most entrepreneurs, whether they're just starting out or have been running an established business for years, have faced failure and are likely to face it again throughout their careers. It's during those times, when things haven't gone according to plan and you're not sure...

The news media’s traditional maxim of if it bleeds it leads is as true today as it’s ever been. The only difference is now the competition for news audiences is much fiercer. The media was once assured huge audiences of loyal viewers and readers but the internet has changed all that.  Thousands of online...

The ability to communicate complex ideas is what makes humans unique. In a world that feels more connected than ever, it can be easy to get lost in the noise. However, the power of rhetoric and good communication remains vital to entrepreneurs. Here, we explore this fascinating skill in more detail.The importance of communicationWhether...