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New figures released last week by Ascendant Corporate Finance reveal a welcome resurgence in the UK and Irish tech scene, and it appears that it's just a sign of things to come.
Tuesday, 05 March 2013 17:40

The Strength of Weak Links

Written by Richard Koch
Today I’d like to introduce you to a concept that can be as useful in your life as the 80/20 principle. The concept is the Strength of Weak Links and this is the basic idea.
Tuesday, 05 March 2013 17:02

Is It Time To Get Rid Of Your Customers?

Written by Mark Stephens
A business needs customers – they bring purpose, ideas, and above all revenue. But not all customers are equal. Some companies focus on sheer customer numbers in much the same way they focus on turnover instead of profitability.
Smartphones, and other mobile devices, have delivered enormous increases in productivity since they became a feature of working life. They have transformed business communications and connected employees to colleagues and head office regardless of their location. However, employees also have to ensure that company-owned mobile devices are used only for…
Social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter have enormous audiences but what’s the best way to communicate your business proposition to this potential source of revenue?
Tuesday, 05 March 2013 13:30

Application Management for Executives

Written by Jude Umeh
I recently attended a master class delivered by Andy Kyte, (Gartner Fellow and SVP) to an audience of CxOs and senior IT people. At the event, I was immediately struck by his almost counter-intuitive thinking, as well as the pivotal role played by Enterprise Architecture, managing applications in today’s business…
“In 15 years from now half of US universities may be in bankruptcy.” Such was the quote of Clayton Christensen followed by, “… in the end I’m excited to see that happen. So pray for Harvard Business School if you wouldn’t mind.”
Monday, 04 March 2013 11:40

Graphene - Wonder Material of the 21st Century?

Written by Ian Stewart
In most western economies today policymakers are counting on the private sector to drive growth. In understanding where future growth might come from it helps to distinguish between its two main drivers.
On Wednesday 27th February Entrepreneur Country held their bi-annual Forum, celebrating and giving insight into the world of entrepreneurialism. Organised by Julie Meyer, of Ariadne Capital and First Tuesday fame, it brings a variety of people together to hear from speakers and to discuss what it really takes to transform…
We at Entrepreneur Country have partnered with Dell to create the following poll to create insight into our entrepreneurial community. Conducted between the 18th and 22nd of February 2013 with over 100 responses, the survey provides information on key trends and issues facing entrepreneurs.
Tuesday, 26 February 2013 13:17

Sex, Entrepreneurship and Rock’n’Roll

Written by Peter Cook
I’m delighted to be attending the Entrepreneur Country Forum this Wednesday 27th February and hope to meet some of you there. I was prompted to write this post, following a recent article on my 2006 book “Sex, Leadership and Rock’n’Roll” by the eminent Professor Adrian Furnham in the Sunday Times. …
Tuesday, 26 February 2013 11:42

National Business Awards Launches For 2013

Written by Entrepreneur Country
The National Business Awards has today announced the 2013 programme will be open to enter from the 6th March, with new categories revealed, a new Advisory Board appointed, and a new Chair of Judges.
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