Q: Based on your considerable business experience, what do you think is the secret of good decision making? A: It’s wise to keep clear of politics and stick to common sense. Don’t make decisions at a meeting. Boards are there for debate, formal approval and to communicate critical conclusions. Good decisions are seldom made by…
Q: Since people have been going back to work, I’m getting more and more invitations to networking events. I’d be lying if I said that I like networking (I could barely tolerate it before the pandemic), but I definitely haven’t made any new contacts during the past 18 months – and my small talk is…
Q: What’s your view on business awards – have we got so many of them now they’ve become meaningless, or are they badges of honour to wear with pride? A: The pandemic has given us a compulsory break from business awards, so it’s a good time to take stock and recognise the benefits and pitfalls…
The immigrant co-founders of a security company who grew their business into a £25m turnover operation have been named black British businesspeople of the year at a virtual ceremony on Thursday. Edgar Chibaka and Jamal Tahlil received the top prize at this year’s Black British Business Awards, which celebrate the achievements of some of the…
At the beginning of last year, Ewoma Ukeleghe’s skincare clinic was busier than it had ever been. “We were fully booked and had big plans to scale the business,” recalls the founder of SKNDOCTOR. “But then Covid hit and booking after booking was cancelled. My appointments went to zero and all of a sudden my…
Finalists have been revealed for this year’s Black British Business Awards, an annual event that celebrates the achievements of some of the UK’s top corporate bosses and entrepreneurs. Now in its eighth year, the awards highlight “exceptional business talent” across six industries: arts and media; consumer and luxury; start-ups; financial services; professional services; and STEM…
