Month: June 2026

The TOP TWELVE Business Planning Mistakes

The top 12 Business planning mistakes leaders make and how to fix them.

Developing a Mentoring Culture in the Workplace

Developing a mentoring culture supports people to success in their role.

Why a Mentoring Culture Is a Leadership Advantage

Mentoring is often described as a people-development tool, but that definition undersells its strategic value. In […]

Experienced Mentors Deliver Mentoring Results

Mentoring leaders works best when the mentor can bring a wide range of experience, know how and […]

Mentoring Supports Success In Business

Mentoring leaders for success in business is essential for directors and owners in business today. Leadership is a […]

Delivering Successful Public Sector Management Consultancy

Ongo Group created by Richard Gourlay developed profit with purpose businesses delivering £6 million in profit a year back to Ongo Partnership .

Non Executive Director Successfully delivering strategic diversification, long-term growth and leadership succession

In a rapidly evolving market, Absolute Solar faced the challenge of diversifying beyond its stronghold in the insulation sector. With increasing operational complexity, the leadership team sought a strategic partner to navigate this transition. My role as a Non-Executive Director combined oversight with hands-on consultancy, guiding the team through market assessments and strategic decision-making. The result? A successful entry into the solar market that not only bolstered the company’s resilience amid policy shifts but also laid the groundwork for a new generation of leadership. Discover how this journey transformed Absolute Solar and secured its future growth.