Posts by: Jim Baker

leadership duty

Should Duty Always be a Virtue in Business Leadership?

When someone says it is their duty to see something through, however difficult or controversial the task, does this reflect good leadership...

Mark Cushway on lonely leadership

Mark Cushway Reveals Why Leadership is a Lonely Place

Are leaders out on a limb, and if so, should they be? Recent examples of leaders seemingly out of step with their culture and environment,...

sole trader contractors

Should Contractors Avoid Sole Trader Status to Succeed?

As a starting point, becoming a sole trader is a straightforward route towards working for yourself. However, for many contractors, being a...

contractors abroad

What Challenges do Contractors Face Working Abroad?

Working abroad remains an attractive option for many UK contractors, offering alternative opportunities, and the potential to save on...

business structure decision

Which Business Structure Offers Contractors Reassurance?

The nature of work is changing and, for many people, so are the ways in how they work. The positive view is that this makes the workforce...