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December Thoughts
What Might Be Behind the Next Advent Door for UK Business? December always brings a natural pause. A moment to look at the year behind us, take stock, and think honestly about the one ahead. I often think of it like an Advent calendar for business. Every door we open brings something new, sometimes welcome, sometimes not and after two UK Budgets in the same year, most business leaders I speak to are quietly wondering: What exactly will the next door reveal? Because for the ki
Gary Lester
2 days ago3 min read
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Stir-Up Sunday: Why Great Businesses Need a Little Tradition
The Sunday before Advent has always carried a quiet magic. Families across Britain gather to stir their Christmas puddings, each person taking a turn, each adding their own small contribution. It’s a simple ritual — but like all good traditions, it contains a lesson about how strong organisations are built. In the service-sector world, where pace is high and change is constant, it’s easy to forget the value of rhythm. Yet the best teams I’ve ever worked with — from engineers
Gary Lester
Nov 131 min read
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Backing the MD: The Role of a Chairman
As businesses scale, the challenge often isn’t operational — it’s structural. Strong MDs drive performance, lead teams, and deliver results.
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Jul 282 min read
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Levelling Up Is Over. Are You Ready?
On 22 July, the government quietly ended the Levelling Up agenda. For businesses, that’s a clear reminder: priorities change fast. What...
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Jul 251 min read
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Why Choose Eagle & Spear When the Market is Full of Options
In a crowded market of investors, advisors, and consultants, Eagle & Spear stands apart through its unique three-stage model and hands-on...
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Jun 211 min read
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The Value of Skilled Non-Executive Directors
Skilled Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) bring more than oversight—they bring clarity, confidence, and commercial edge. For growing...
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Jun 202 min read
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From Start Up to Sustainable Growth: How Eagle & Spear Helps Businesses Build Bold Futures
Starting a business is one thing — developing it into a sustainable, growing enterprise is another. Many founders find themselves at a...
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Mar 61 min read
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Turning a Great Idea into a Bold New Venture
Starting a new company begins with a spark—an idea that refuses to fade. But turning that idea into a viable, scalable business takes...
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Mar 62 min read
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Maximising SME Growth: Expert Investment & Support
Small and medium-sized enterprises are the heartbeat of the economy—but growth isn’t guaranteed. For SMEs ready to scale, the leap from...
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Mar 62 min read
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