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Even if you’re not prone to extensive analysis for most people the end of the year signals the end of an era and the start of a new era....

Covid lockdowns, business interruptions and the threat of more of the same made 2021 a challenging year for many. Many of us lost loved...

In the last of our generation series, we make Gen Z the centre of our focus.   Gen Z are individuals born after 1997. They have distinct...

December is finally here! Many people are looking forward to the rest and the opportunity for relaxation and enjoyment. It’s a great time...

We all need experts. Experts need experts. It’s interesting to see how experts engage experts. Lawyers need accountants, entrepreneurs...

Business problems can be likened to trying to make doughnuts for sale. You need the right proportion of the right ingredients, each...

Continuing with our generation series, this month we analyse Generation Y, better known as 'the millennials’.  They’re an age group that...

Are you starting a new a new venture or taking on a new challenging role? If so, consider the 7 Ps that you’re likely to encounter on the...

In business and in leadership it can sometimes seem as if we must present as perfect to attract business, retain clients and to sustain...

Being in business has been described as one of the greatest steps towards controlling your own destiny. The reality is there are so many...

1965 – 1980 Continuing with our generation series, this month we analyse Generation X, an age group that is self-reliant, resourceful,...

Reflecting on working styles and characteristics, by generation our team member, Rebecca Stenson, has come up with the generation series:...

Over years of working with leaders, there are often many different motivations and characteristics that come to the fore in their...

Many years ago, a friend of mine had a problem with cheese. She loved cheese, particularly blue cheese and would buy it to nibble as an...

Change has been a massive part of the last 18 months.  The pre-covid way of working has shifted. Remote working has become mainstream,...

The main focus on organisational development is looking at how to transform organisations and people to take  improvement actions...

August always feels like an opportunity to relax. Even if you haven’t booked a holiday or you’re still working, many people are...

We were delighted to partner with Introbiz, the amazing networking organisation to discuss networking and businessing.  DDC is passionate...

We come across the inner critic in a number of ways, self-limiting beliefs, second guessing,  and the bestowed of  generous portions of...

Successful SMEs are the backbone of the British economy but the road to success is not easy. Transitioning from a micro business to a...