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There is no doubt that leading your business in the current economic climate requires more skills, more creativity and more courage than it may have done in the past. However, a national newspaper recently reported that , " Established entrepreurial companies, the backbone of the British economy, remain resilient in the face of the downturn, with the majority planning to invest, recruit and at least maintain current sales volumes over the next six months" Daily Telegraph 21 October.
So how do you ensure you are one of those who survives and thrives in these challenging times?
Here are some questions to think about:
- Is it a disaster or an opportunity?
- What are the biggest challenges facing you at present?
- What are you going to do?
- How are you going to act?
- What support do you need?
"Entrepreneurs have a different mindset to bosses of large corporations They are all saying that it's extremely difficult out there and sales and profits are going to shrink but they are also focused on protecting what they have made an investment in, their people, and making that the core strength of their business."
Alysoun Stewart, Head of Grant Thornton Advisery Services - October 08
Chartwell Coaching can help you develop your own style of working that harnesses your unique talents and enable you to navigate your way through the challenges and opportunities that today's business environment brings.
"In times of reported recession, team management skills become almost mandatory in running your business. Coaching with Zoe and attending the Leadership Programme has allowed my team to grow and develop and me to keep my head above the business and lead more strategically.
Marianne Turner - Director, Prontaprint
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