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Serendipity or Strategy: BCG’s Growth Share Matrix

In this edition of Profit Insights, we analyse the role luck plays in our investment decisions and suggest a framework that can help us make more "lucky" investments in future. This column, my hardest one to think through to date, offers profitable insights with: A definition of luck, emphasis on the importance of positioning: both planned and passive, I point to The Matthew Effect to highlight the power of compounding advantages, and summarises Bruce Henderson's (and BCG's) Growth Share Matrix to suggests this as a model for making world changing investments.

Establish a Compelling Vision: Logotherapy and the Five Whys

Discover how Viktor Frankl's Logotherapy and Stanford's Five Whys method can help you create compelling vision statements that drive real results.

Crouch – Bind -SET! Leveraging professional services to maximise your upside

Drawing on rugby's famous scrum sequence, Alex breaks down the three critical phases of successful professional service relationships. Crouch: Moving beyond inefficient Preferred Supplier Lists to forge strategic partnerships. Bind: Selecting the optimal engagement model for mutual success. Set: Building lasting relationships that deliver continuous value.

Who gets on the bus? Why Your Hiring Decisions Matter More Than Everything Else

Discover why getting the right people on your team is the foundation of organisational success and learn six proven principles for hiring excellence.

How to Become a Level 5 Leader

Explore Jim Collins' powerful "Level 5 Leadership" framework—where extraordinary leaders combine personal humility with unwavering professional will. Here we examine: The five key characteristics that define Level 5 leaders. Why Tim Cook represents the archetypal Level 5 (while Elon Musk exemplifies Level 4). How these leadership qualities appear in everyday life. What this means for building great organisations.

The Ancient Art of Setting Limits: A Stoic Approach to Modern Achievement

In this thought-provoking column, Alex explores how ancient wisdom can transform your approach to modern achievement. Discover why setting clear boundaries might be the key to unlocking your full potential. Learn how to: Apply Seneca's timeless philosophy to today's business challenges, master the power of saying "no" to increase your effectiveness and find consistency and freedom through meaningful limitations. This essential read bridges classical philosophy with practical business strategy, offering a refreshing counterpoint to today's "more is better" mentality.

How to Achieve More with Less

Unlock the Secret to Doing More with Less. In our latest column, Alex reveals why time—not money—is your most valuable currency, and how understanding this transforms productivity. Learn the two powerful principles that can help you: focus on the 20% of actions that deliver 80% of results, break free from unnecessary busyness, create more time for what truly matters.

The Procurement Act 2023: What does it mean for public sector buyers?

The Procurement Act 2023 is here—bringing new rules, more admin, and a shake-up in how public sector contracts are awarded and managed. What does this mean for buyers? From stricter supplier oversight to increased transparency and enforcement, this column breaks down the key changes, the challenges, and what it all means for buyers.

Win on Sunday, sell on Monday

Discover the power of reciprocity in business—how giving value upfront drives long-term success and influence.

What is a contracted out service?

A contracted out service is where an organisation receives services from a third party, like an outsourcing company.

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Serendipity or Strategy: BCG’s Growth Share Matrix

Establish a Compelling Vision: Logotherapy and the Five Whys

Crouch – Bind -SET! Leveraging professional services to maximise your upside

Who gets on the bus? Why Your Hiring Decisions Matter More Than Everything Else

How to Become a Level 5 Leader

The Ancient Art of Setting Limits: A Stoic Approach to Modern Achievement

How to Achieve More with Less

The Procurement Act 2023: What does it mean for public sector buyers?

Win on Sunday, sell on Monday

What is a contracted out service?

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Serendipity or Strategy: BCG’s Growth Share Matrix

Establish a Compelling Vision: Logotherapy and the Five Whys

Crouch – Bind -SET! Leveraging professional services to maximise your upside

Who gets on the bus? Why Your Hiring Decisions Matter More Than Everything Else

How to Become a Level 5 Leader

The Ancient Art of Setting Limits: A Stoic Approach to Modern Achievement

How to Achieve More with Less

The Procurement Act 2023: What does it mean for public sector buyers?

Win on Sunday, sell on Monday

What is a contracted out service?

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Contact Us.

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