Business Books for the Festive Break
As we are winding down for the year-end break, I suggest using the time to read books such as the following to prepare yourself for…
Independent Directors: A necessity or a regulatory tick-box?
In this era of increased focus on diversity on boards, it is important to view having independent directors as a necessity rather than a box…
Strategy Conception vs. Execution: Gaining True Competitive Advantage
The concept of “business strategy” has different meanings for businesses of different sizes. To a publicly listed corporate business, strategy means days – perhaps even…
ESG and Sustainability in 2024 for 2025
If there is one major risk on a list that will continue to occupy the minds of directors and senior management in organisations on a…
Foundations of Professionalising Your Business
As an entrepreneur who has decided to leave a lasting legacy by professionalising your business so that it can outlive you, you may be wondering…
Confidentiality in The Boardroom
It is often stated that the efficiency and effectiveness of directors at board meetings are largely dependent on the quality of information received at such…
Unlocking Success: The Power of Board Evaluations
In the dynamic world of business, organisations are constantly faced with the challenge of adapting to changing landscapes while steering towards success. At the heart…
Director Rotation Considerations
Many organisations evaluate their leadership strategies annually with one crucial aspect under scrutiny being director rotation, which refers to the practice of periodically changing key…
Dynamics of a High-Performing Board
When you think of a high-performing board, what do you see in your mind’s eye? A group of individuals all smiling and high-fiving around a…
Board Diversity: Ensuring Greater Female Representation
A number of considerations need to be made in determining the composition of the board of a company. These considerations include but are not limited…