Growth strategy

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I want to break into a monopolised market. What should I do?

5:00AM | Tuesday, 14 May 2013 |  Be prepared for the big guys to come after you if you are successful, so ensure that whatever you offer will be sustainable with competition.

How can I best work out my “elevator pitch”?

3:00AM | Tuesday, 19 March 2013 |  The keys to any elevator speech are immediacy of the business opportunity, clarity of what makes it a profitable venture and passion.

How can I convince key talent to work for me, rather than a larger rival?

4:34PM | Monday, 18 April 2011 |  You need to look at the talent you need in 12 months' time, from an operational perspective?

I’m a bad public speaker. How can I successfully pitch for capital?

5:02PM | Tuesday, 17 May 2011 |  If you’re naturally shy, it might be worth finding a business partner who can sell your idea to investors.

How can I poach an employee from a competitor?

6:53PM | Wednesday, 22 June 2011 |  Do your homework beforehand – trying to poach staff can become very costly if it doesn't work out.

What are the pros and cons of leasing equipment?

1:14AM | Thursday, 13 January 2011 |  There are a number of issues to consider before deciding on a finance arrangement for your equipment.

What happens if I lose my main client?

1:00AM | Tuesday, 3 January 2012 |  Because it's easier to lose a client than it is to lose a job, you should start looking for more customers.

Should we already know the people who will sit on our board?

1:00AM | Thursday, 5 January 2012 |  If you are just starting out, you should definitely approach the potential board members you already know.

10 essential entrepreneurial videos

6:00AM | Friday, 15 June 2012 |  There’s nothing quite as inspiring as seeing entrepreneurship in action. If you're looking for business inspiration, here are 10 videos you must watch. BY OLIVER MILMAN.

How can I work out how much office space I’ll need in the future?

8:07PM | Friday, 26 August 2011 |  There are some alternatives to the traditional three- to five-year office lease that you should consider.
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