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Witness session: Tips for enterprise
John Brown shares practical, hard‑won advice for anyone starting or growing a social enterprise.
SSE Trustee John Brown reflects on the role intuition plays in running a business. Drawing on his experience as an, he explores how instinct can guide decision‑making when certainty is limited.
John highlights that while planning, data, and expert advice all matter, there are moments when founders must rely on their own judgement. He explains that intuition often comes from a deep understanding of your organisation, your customers, and your mission; insight that numbers alone can’t provide.
John offers a grounded reminder that trusting yourself is an essential part of leading and growing a successful enterprise.
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Witness session: Tips for start ups
Simon Boyle shares practical start‑up advice: find a mentor, challenge yourself, build a strong team, communicate your vision, seek support, celebrate small wins, and keep growing.
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Witness session: Adapting to change
Annie Francis, founder of Independent Midwives, explains how shifting strategy helped Neighbourhood Midwives prove how their model works.
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How to…start a social enterprise
If you’ve got an idea that could help people or the planet, this guide is for you.