Assessing Risk (1 comments) |
Fri, 16/12/2011 - 16:52 by Graeme Dixon |
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There are many risks to consider when deciding to move into a market or implement a strategy. If you understand the risks, you can avoid them and / or like the military have a set of... |
Tips for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking funding (1 comments) |
Fri, 16/12/2011 - 17:10 by Graeme Dixon |
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It is very trendy at the moment to be an entrepreneur and some have been caught up in the hype of wanting to be an entrepreneur.
As great as running your business is (it is better than working for a... |
Thoughts on Competitive Intelligence ( comments) |
Fri, 16/12/2011 - 16:42 by Graeme Dixon |
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Is it just coincidence that two rivals just happen to launch a similar product/service at the same time?
Each products strap line appears to have the other products benefits (or weaknesses) in... |
The Elevator Pitch (2 comments) |
Mon, 10/10/2011 - 16:13 by Graeme Dixon |
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Don’t use it is as opportunity to sell your products or services.
Any investor is buying you and your business, not just that super widget you have developed.
Sevenix basic questions to answer when... |
What are Investors looking for? (4 comments) |
Tue, 27/09/2011 - 08:28 by Graeme Dixon |
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Equity investors will essentially be looking for the following:
• Companies with a potential for high growth. "Lifestyle" businesses will not be suitable. At a minimum you can expect investors to... |
Is Your Business Model Fit For Purpose? (1 comments) |
Tue, 27/09/2011 - 08:34 by Graeme Dixon |
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Before attempting to gain funding your business model must be robust. It is better that you and your close assoicates find holes in it rather than a potential investor.
Where does it hurt?... |
First Steps to a Competitive Intelligence function ( comments) |
Thu, 23/06/2011 - 14:38 by Graeme Dixon |
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You may be interested in Competitive Intelligence, already have a function or you may be thinking about setting up some sort of Competitive Intelligence (CI) operation within your company. You may... |
Understand Your Competitors Objectives ( comments) |
Thu, 19/05/2011 - 06:35 by Graeme Dixon |
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Some weeks ago I was fortunate enough to have my introduction to Competitive Intelligence article, “Know your Enemy” published in the Law Society’s Managing for Success magazine.
I detailed the... |
Importance of Competitive Intelligence ( comments) |
Wed, 27/04/2011 - 16:45 by Graeme Dixon |
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Your important strategic decisions within your organisation are dependent on many factors; such as changes to your industry, your organisations competences, the global economy, the shrinking talent... |
What can you use Competitive Intelligence for? ( comments) |
Wed, 27/04/2011 - 06:54 by Graeme Dixon |
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Your industry is changing rapidly and a robust Competitive Intelligence effort should be conducted on an ongoing basis.
Competitive Intelligence is a vital tool when dealing with Business... |
