Write a Business Plan

Write a Business Plan

For many business owners, the prospect of writing a business plan for the first time can be a daunting one. However, with the right approach and tools, it needn’t be. The trick lies in using a tried and tested process which guides you through the necessary...
SPP: Objective Setting and KPIs

SPP: Objective Setting and KPIs

In our introductory article, we presented the Intrafocus Strategic Planning Process (SPP), which has been endorsed by the CPD Certification Service. The seven-step methodology is designed to help organisations of all sizes and kinds to develop their strategy with...
Strategy Vs Tactics

Strategy Vs Tactics

Strategy Vs Tactics – When we think of business strategy, we automatically think of tactics too. Both are complementary, essential and intertwined. In fact, one cannot succeed with the other.  Both terms originated from the ancient Greeks and have been most...
Purpose vs Mission

Purpose vs Mission

Purpose vs Mission – Only a few years ago, organisations were tying themselves in knots to create the perfect mission statement. This big-ticket item was emblazoned across corporate literature and meant to drive business direction. However, more recent changes...
Communicate your Strategy

Communicate your Strategy

In our recent blogs, we’ve looked in some detail at how organisations can create a successful strategy. We’ve covered key topics such as the definition of purpose, vision and values, the importance of a strategic management framework such as the balanced...
Employee Health and Wellbeing

Employee Health and Wellbeing

An employee health and wellbeing strategy is essential Much has been made in recent years about the ‘war for top talent’ – but the fact is that many organisations have struggled to retain the excellent employees that they have sought to bring into...