Just when we all thought that working from home would become the norm, the cost-of-living crisis pushed many to return back to the office. Energy costs went through the roof, and employees saw the office comeback as an opportunity to save on their energy bills.
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Chantel Scheepers
22.02.2023
Creating a startup is always challenging. Founding one during a tech downturn, cost of living crisis and recession seems near impossible. However, with risk comes reward and many of the world’s most successful companies were founded during times of economic uncertainty. As part of a series with Antler, Maddyness has interviewed founders hoping to become the entrepreneurial success stories to emerge from this time of crisis. This week, Maddyness spoke to Tom Barltrop, cofounder and CEO of SuperFi.
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Tom Barltrop
22.02.2023
Flexible working is now a common practice in many firms and is being adopted increasingly quickly as workplaces shift to a working culture that suits the needs of their employees.
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Ifty Nasir
22.02.2023
As part of our quick fire questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to James Hurley, Cofounder at Ted’s Health about driving the conversation around testosterone deficiency, empowering men to overcome barriers and the challenges of tackling a silent epidemic.
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James Hurley
21.02.2023
Culture in a workplace dictates the effectiveness of the work produced. Positive relationships between senior managers and employees are essential to a well functioning company. Poor communication can signify a company in decline; one that does not have the means or the confidence to rectify internal issues and create a happier workspace.
21.02.2023
Whether you’re a victim of the recent onslaught of tech layoffs or are looking for a new opportunity in your current field, looking for a new job can be a time-consuming and insecurity-inducing experience.
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Aoibhinn Mc Bride
21.02.2023
Today's realities are striking in their unpredictability. No sooner have people recovered from the coronavirus pandemic than a full-scale Russian attack occurs in Ukraine, and the entire civilised world is involved in the fight against terrorism.
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Roman Apostol
21.02.2023
In the ever-growing investment landscape, funds are multiplying and diversifying, and for startups there is more to raising investment than the money and the media moment. With #QVCS Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we interview Vital Laptenok, General Partner at Flyer One Ventures.
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Vital Laptenok
20.02.2023
As part of our quick fire questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Crispin Busk, Founder of Kabuto Noodles about European expansion, the power of TikTok and always keeping the business planet-friendly.
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Crispin Busk
20.02.2023
As part of our quick fire questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Ike Cooke, founder of Bundant about simplifying the lives of busy parents, reducing the production of waste and being part of Founders factory.
18.02.2023
Running your own successful business can be hugely rewarding, but it’s also often a lot of hard work, long hours, and a heavy load to bear. If you’re the boss, even if you have a fantastic team supporting you, at the end of the day the success of your business rests firmly on your shoulders.
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Daniel Groves
18.02.2023
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
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Maddyness UK
17.02.2023
Before the pandemic, there was a burgeoning notion of fractional leadership services, including part-time expertise being served by consultants and niche agencies brokering consultancy positions between companies and consultants.
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Chris Raven
17.02.2023
Many entrepreneurs look to funding programmes and grant-making institutions to raise capital for their businesses. Organisations in the cultural sector in particular often seek financial support from private philanthropy and public organisations such as Arts Council England (ACE), Heritage Lottery Fund and the Paul Hamlyn Foundation. But with the current downturn in the economy and increasingly stretched state funding, businesses across the creative industries are now seeking alternative financial models to ensure long-term sustainability.
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Patrick McCrae
16.02.2023
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