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What are the responsibilities of a non-executive director in a private company?
The role of NEDs in private companies is typically based on that of NEDs in public companies, and there is no distinction in law between their duties and responsibilities. Click for more detailed information.
Six steps to a winning strategy
The process of creating a successful business strategy consists of six steps, starting with goal setting and ending with monitoring and adjusting. Click for full details.
Six crucial questions for NEDs in family-owned businesses
Non-executive directors and board advisers in family-owned businesses face both challenges and opportunities not found in other types of company. Here are six questions you need to ask yourself before accepting such a role.
Why use an external trainer?
Bringing in a corporate training partner rather than trying to do everything in-house can offer several positive returns. Here are some of the benefits of outsourced training.
Portfolio careers
The advantages – and caveats – of a portfolio career, where a number of part-time roles replace a full-time single career.
Due diligence checklist
The precise scope of due diligence will vary, but could include any or all of these crucial areas.
Post-acquisition integration – points to consider
It’s not so much what you buy, but what you do after you’ve bought it. This checklist will help you make a success of your deal.
Business mentoring – five key questions
Here are the crucial questions a business mentor should ask a prospective mentee, starting with: “What do you truly want to be and do?”