Common Barriers to SME Growth — Series 5 of 12 Most SME founders believe they can explain their business clearly. But in reality, when put on the spot, the pitch…
Common Barriers to SME Growth — Series 4 of 12 For many SME founders, networking feels like a necessary evil. You spend your early mornings at breakfast clubs or your…
Common Barriers to SME Growth (And How to Break Them) — Series 3 of 12Most SMEs don’t lack ambition – they lack a clear plan to turn that ambition into…
Common Barriers to SME Growth (And How to Break Them) — Series 2 of 12Each blog in this series addresses a real barrier to growth, offering practical insight and reflection…
Common Barriers to SME Growth (And How to Break Them) — Series 1 of 12This blog series draws on Jiven’s 15+ years of experience working closely with SME founders and…
As we enter 2026, it is becoming increasingly clear that the challenges facing high street businesses and SMEs are no longer short-term or cyclical. They are structural. Rising costs, changing…
Exciting news: Jiven Banghar has joined Branduin as an Associate Business Advisor. With 25+ years’ cross-sector experience spanning healthcare, defence, maritime, education, arts & heritage, and private equity, Jiven brings…
Small museums are often governed by dedicated boards and trustees who are deeply committed to preserving history and culture. However, these leadership committees may not always have the commercial expertise…
As a venture capitalist, you invest in bold ideas and visionary founders. Your portfolio is built on companies with the potential to disrupt industries and scale rapidly. But even the…
In today’s fast-paced business landscape, successful organisational change is crucial for staying competitive. While traditional leaders may seem like the obvious choice to guide these initiatives, a marketing professional brings…
