Author Archives: Hamilton Bradshaw

How much do you really want to see change?


In a work setting if you ask most people whether they like change or not then the answer they are likely to give would most probably be yes. It is one of those questions people assume they know the answer … Continue reading

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Will there ever be another one quite like Sir Alex?


Love him or loathe him few of us can ever hope to match the achievements of Sir Alex Ferguson – not just in the world of sport but also in the world of business management. This is a man who … Continue reading

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There is a big difference between being assertive and aggressive


The nature of the role means that every business leader has to be assertive on a regular basis to ensure that the point they are trying to make or the decisions they are taking are understood and fully accepted by … Continue reading

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Everyone needs to give themselves the time and space to think


The world of work and business seems to speed up and become more intense and stressful with every passing year. The rapid advances in technology, communication and travel mean that for most people, particularly in senior positions, there is often … Continue reading

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Let’s get on with the business of doing business


There were plenty of headlines and discussion centred on the fact that the United Kingdom has escaped the dreaded triple dip recession.   And the Pound saw its value jump against the US Dollar as a result of the positive … Continue reading

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Dealing with failure is one of the most important lessons in life


Sooner or later in life all of us have to face some kind of major setback or disappointment. Only a tiny handful of us will be lucky enough to negotiate a path through an entire lifetime and career without having … Continue reading

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These people are a waste of space


What happened in Boston last week was a terrible tragedy in so many different ways, not just on a personal level for the people involved but also on a national and international level.   It appears that the people who … Continue reading

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Executive TV documentary on asset lending


http://www.executivetv.org/video%20Responsible%20Lending.htm Hear my views on asset lending on this special Executive TV documentary

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Underperformance – act now or repent at leisure


As a manager it is often easier to turn a blind eye to staff underperformance rather than opting to deal with a difficult situation as soon as rears it head.   Sometimes when an individual’s performance is not critical to … Continue reading

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Why asset lending is a lifeline for businesses


Tristan Ramus has given his views and advice on the world of asset lending for a special programme put together by Executive TV. The co-founder and managing director of private equity specialist Hamilton Bradshaw has helped to grow the company to … Continue reading

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