Negotiating with a young entrepreneur sparks the realisation that there are benefits to being older in business.

Having the self-belief to wing it can be exhilarating, but a dash of self-doubt can help avoid an embarrassing failure.

Missing out on the trappings of a structured work environment can have a detrimental effect on mood, concentration and creativity.

In business, the success of others can spark envy rather than inspiration. Here’s how to avoid the jealousy trap.

It might look exciting from the outside, but life as a founder is stressful and the responsibilities can be overwhelming.

Untangling brain clutter by removing distractions can enhance cognitive ability. iStockA Marie Kondo-style brain declutter could make you more productive It's 9pm. As I pull the sheets back and climb into bed my mind is still, happy. I didn't do much today. Just a few...

Once I accepted that a lot of what I wanted to achieve this year isn’t going to happen, I started to relax.

Following Up on the Job Candidate Who Was ‘Checking Out the Waitress’A few weeks ago, I wrote a post that asked whether a female boss can manage a chauvinist. I’ve struggled with this issue for many years, and from your replies it’s clear that other women have endured...

My Struggle to Manage Our Lawyers I don’t really enjoy working with lawyers, yet every time I start a new relationship with one I’m filled with hope. They seem impressive in their fancy suits and expensive offices. They woo me with flattery and nice cups of tea and...

When Women Manage Men Who Don’t Respect WomenA few weeks ago, my business partner and I interviewed a candidate for a senior communications role at Posse. We met at a coffee shop and he seemed perfect: charming, smart and passionate about our business. He’d been...