Becoming an even better business leader in turbulent times
Business life is always full of unexpected challenges, never more so than now. Whether it’s pandemic lockdowns or runaway cost inflation; climate […]
Why your cash flow forecasts are so vital in unpredictable times
Having a tight handle on cash when your trading environment becomes unpredictable isn’t just common sense, it’s fundamental. Having the information available […]
The psychology of business debt
“AN ENTREPRENEUR IN DEBT IS AN ENTREPRENEUR IN BUSINESS” – DUNCAN BANNATYNE There is so much advice for individuals who are struggling […]
The business decline curve – how delay destroys rescue options
Spotting the warning signs early and taking decisive action when a business is getting into trouble is a principle preached endlessly by […]
Don’t just CVL your business, rescue it with an Administration
The Insolvency Service statistics for different types of insolvency procedure tell a stark story of the relentless move towards Creditors Voluntary Liquidations […]
Being a good business citizen in a time of crisis
Just as when so many companies pulled together to deal with apparently insoluble problems after Coronavirus first struck in 2020, we are […]
Beware the working capital tipping point
Zombie companies Traditionalists among risk analysts have long complained about the dangers of loading up a company’s balance sheet with debt and […]
Your legal duties if your company is facing insolvency?
Businesses across the board are experiencing a number of operational and financial challenges that are creating considerable pressure for directors and management […]
Managing shareholders – a real challenge for Directors
There is nothing so sad as a good business brought to it knees by a shareholder dispute, or an embattled management team […]
D&O insurance in an increasingly litigious world
The perceived wisdom is that Directors & Officers (D&O) cover is only for the upper echelons of multinationals and household names, some […]
Bringing in an outside equity investor? The key issues to think about.
Sharing the ownership and future of a business is one of the most important and difficult decisions any entrepreneur can take. Getting […]
Higher interest rates: The impact on personal guarantees
Interest rates for consumers, businesses and the government were already on the rise before last September’s disastrous mini-budget pushed them too close […]