The value of money

The value of money

Let’s talk frankly about a taboo subject for a moment. Money. It’s not uncommon for people to experience anxiety or embarrassment when talking about money-related topics. Couples might avoid discussing family finances. Friends find it awkward to tackle money which is...
The Power of People: Why Not Networking is Not an Option

The Power of People: Why Not Networking is Not an Option

So much in successful business boils down to your connections – your clients, your suppliers, your extended network of peers.  But when you’re up to your neck in the daily grind of managing your business, it’s so easy to de-prioritise getting out there and meeting...
A New Direction

A New Direction

It’s no secret that the economy has been through – and is still in – tough times. The self-employed have been especially affected. And language professionals above all. The language world has changed dramatically in the last 24 months. In the UK, Brexit has impacted...
Time to call in the experts

Time to call in the experts

As small business owners, we often feel like we have to do everything ourselves. Sometimes this is because we think nobody understands our business or objectives as well as we do and won’t be able to do the job to the same standard. But most often it’s because we tell...
Why I speculate to accumulate – even in a pandemic!

Why I speculate to accumulate – even in a pandemic!

It’s no surprise that in the current climate the Academy – like many businesses – is having a hard time.  Normally during the winter, we rely heavily on our residential programmes which, for obvious reasons, are not taking place right now.  And we’ve lost some of our...