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Where to stay near Foundry Farm: our recommended local accommodation

Updated 18 July 2026

Top local stays near Foundry Farm: from cosy inns to self-catering cottages, all personally recommended by Monkhouse & Company.

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Why CEOs need a business coach (and why I became one)

Updated 17 July 2026

The skills that got you to 50 employees will sink you at 250. Here is why every scaling founder needs

Your Calendar Is Killing Your Strategy

Published 16 July 2026

I was talking to a founder last week. £13m turnover.  Got the whole team in a room and decided a

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Maximising Impact with a CEO Mentor: Your Blueprint for Leadership Development

Updated 14 July 2026

70% of CEOs with formal mentoring report greater career satisfaction. Leadership success requires continuous personal growth.

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Executive team coaching: build a team that leads

Updated 14 July 2026

Executive team coaching starts with six habits: trust, a charter, cross-functional ownership, rhythm, customer conversations and zero triangulation.

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Start with ‘Who,’ Not ‘Why’: The Strategic Path to Building a Profitable Business

Updated 13 July 2026

Forget “why”. Start with who. Get the right people first, and building a profitable business gets a hell of a

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Market Positioning: Find your place, or get lost in the crowd

Updated 13 July 2026

Nail your market positioning or get drowned out. Clarity here means customers know exactly why to choose you.

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How A Value Proposition Canvas Will Give Your Business The Edge

Updated 13 July 2026

A Value Proposition Canvas cuts the guesswork. Showing exactly why customers should pick you over the competition.

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Why talent assessment is crucial to scaling up your business

Updated 13 July 2026

Talent assessment drives growth: spot A‑Players, fix gaps, and align your team to scale.

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8 Practical Ways to Galvanise Your Decision-Making

Updated 13 July 2026

Decision-making stuck in treacle? These 8 practical moves will get you unstuck and making calls with confidence.

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Six important reasons why you need to put coaching first in your business

Updated 13 July 2026

Learning, development, and growth go together. Without strong coaching, your business will likely stagnate.

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Eleven proven ways to become a better CEO

Updated 13 July 2026

Great CEOs coach their teams, delegate effectively, and prioritise strategic thinking to drive business growth.