Mar 15, 2021Why fancy pitch decks aren’t everything.With the world advancing quicker than many of us can keep up, it’s imperative that when in preparation for your pitch, you take into consideration a few factors to ensure you portray yourself and your product or service idea in the best way possible. Pitching in itself can be a…Pitch Deck2 min read
Mar 1, 2021The difference between developing an idea & developing a pitchThere may be that point in your life when you wake up and think; “I hate what I do for my job and I know I can do something more meaningful and for myself.” You might be there now, or you may always love what you do (lucky you). But…3 min read
Feb 5, 2021No Black Executives in the UK’s FTSE 100: Why a Lack of Diversity is a Lack of InnovationOne of the most interesting aspects of my work as a startup consultant is that every business that I come across is distinctly different from the last. Many areas of work are able to boast that “no two days are the same”, but what makes the work that I’m engaged…Diversity4 min read
Jan 13, 20213 Ways to Become Investor-Ready in 2021It’s the start of a new year, and for many, this means a new shift in focus for their business. Maybe 2020 was the year you focused on growth, product viability, or market — but now you feel ready to start looking for investment. There are two questions to ask…Investment3 min read
Jan 4, 2021Investors Want to Believe in You: How to Become Investor-ReadyActively seeking investment is notoriously hard as a startup. The time for investment comes at different points in everyone’s journey, however, it pays to be preparing yourself for this time from the get-go. Many entrepreneurs are under the false belief that the only critical factor when finding investors, is the…Investment3 min read
Dec 23, 2020Schrödinger’s Cat: How to avoid startup failure through product validationThe thought experiment of Schrödinger’s Cat, is regularly used as an example to prove the validity of something’s existence. …Founders3 min read
Dec 11, 2020Why your service-based company will need to productise eventuallyAs a product manager, it seems natural that my emphasis is on how companies can, and should, productise to get the most from their business. When we think of product-based companies, you’re likely to be thinking of tangible, in-hand products, rather than software or apps. However, this is the reality…Product Manager2 min read
Nov 12, 2020Yes, it is Possible to Build a Tech Startup as a Non-Technical FounderIf you have an innovative tech startup idea, it’s easy to start comparing yourself to top tech founders in the world. Admittedly, an IBM study found that 33% of the S&P 500 CEOs’ undergraduate degrees are in engineering. Meanwhile, business administration degrees is a third of that number. Does that…Tech Startup3 min read
Oct 30, 2020How to Conquer Your Fear of Founding a StartupIt’s completely natural to doubt yourself as the founder of a startup. No matter your age or background and experience, it’s a daunting challenge you’re facing, and when you start out alone, every decision comes down to you. …Startup3 min read
Oct 19, 2020Should You Pursue Your Product IdeaOne of the hardest decisions to make as a founder or entrepreneur-to-be, is whether your product idea is viable. Founding a startup takes time, money and dedication. The short-term payoff is minuscule, but long-term, it could change your life. For this reason, it’s not something anyone should jump to lightly…Product Management3 min read