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Why Every CEO Needs an Up-to-Date KPI Dashboard Today
As a CEO and business consultant with years of experience, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of keeping an up-to-date dashboard of a business’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)....

Understanding Accounting: A Key to Business Success
As a business owner or CEO, navigating the complex world of accounting can sometimes feel overwhelming. However, having a solid grasp of accounting principles is crucial for making informed decisions that drive your business forward...

The Wild Ride of Selling Apple Accessories: Tales from the Retail Trenches
One of the companies I co-founded and ran for five years before we successfully sold it was a venture focused on designing and manufacturing accessories for Apple products...

The Power of Compassion: Why It’s a Crucial Trait for Successful CEOs
As a CEO, I’ve often heard that compassion is a weakness in leadership. In a world that frequently equates success with ruthlessness and detachment, displaying empathy can be seen as a liability rather than an asset...

Transform Your Business with the Timeless Wisdom of The Four Agreements
I discovered The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz many years ago and found its principles incredibly beneficial in my personal life. So much so, that I made my kids read it once a year...

Obi-Wan Kenobi Crashed Our Accounting System
Picture this: I'm a freshly minted British Chartered Accountant, working for none other than George Lucas in England. My mission? Develop the first fully integrated accounting system for the UK, which we proudly used on Return of the Jedi...

Navigating Through a Cash Crunch: A Guide for CEOs and Business Owners
I’ve seen firsthand how daunting these situations can be. A cash crunch can create immense pressure and uncertainty, but with the right approach, it’s possible to steer your business back to stability...

Feeling Lonely at the Top? Hurren Consulting Can Help
Running a company can be an isolating experience, and many of us struggle with feelings of loneliness and isolation, believing we are the only ones bearing the weight of our responsibilities...

Caught Off Guard: Preventing Employee Theft Through Effective Strategies
Over my career as an employer and consultant, I have unfortunately come across cases where there has been employee theft. Understanding the reasons behind employee theft is crucial to preventing it....

The Time My Business Made the Evening News (and Other Snafu Stories)
When I embarked on my entrepreneurial journey, I was convinced that every little snafu would be the end of my business. My first venture was an indoor air quality company. Now, I didn’t know a thing about the industry...