The Real Cost of Growth: A Growth for Good Insight
For many SMEs, ‘growth’ has become a buzzword – something every business chases without fully understanding its costs. But growth isn’t free; it strains resources, tests pricing, and magnifies internal chaos. Are you keeping more of what you earn, or are you burning out your team? Discover the real cost of growth and learn how to scale smarter and more profitably. From cash flow challenges to leadership bottlenecks, this article examines essential strategies to inform your business decisions and maintain operational efficiency. Don’t let complexity kill your profit- read on to unlock the secrets of sustainable growth and the potential for increased profitability
A New Chapter in Growth for Good SME Support
Building for our future. As we move into the next phase of Growth for Good SME support, we will focus on sharing knowledge, experiences, and insights from successful individuals. Community-rooted business is not just viable- it is vital. We’ve shared stories that show purpose-driven enterprises can be sustainable and impactful. Tanera Camans preserves heritage sport, […]
Brewing Growth with Purpose: The Story of Kompassion Kombucha
What is Kombucha? For the uninitiated, kombucha is a fermented tea drink made using a SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria and Yeast). Rich in live cultures, it’s widely praised for its gut health benefits. Originating in Asia, kombucha has found a growing global market, and Rajkumar is among those helping to bring this unique drink to […]
Weighing in on waste
In the heart of Nairn, Highland Weigh is more than a zero-waste store and café—it’s a hub of community spirit. Founded by Amanda MacArthur, a former nurse turned social entrepreneur, it embodies conscious consumerism, environmental responsibility, and local support. After two decades in nursing, Amanda took the brave step to pursue something different but equally […]
A Radical Prescription: Wild-Ness – a business with a Vision for Sustainable Healing
Dr Katharine Jones is an experienced GP with big ideas about changing the way we think about health and healing. Her journey, spanning three decades in medicine, has led her to found Wild-Ness Health, an unusual business initiative dedicated to transforming healthcare into a more realistic and sustainable endeavour. Through her experiences, she challenges traditional […]
“These things are a bit of a waste of time” ?
In this early phase of #GrowthforGood, I have had the privilege of connecting with entrepreneurs, business owners, and managers to explore their ambitions, challenges, and unique approaches to success. It has been inspiring to witness the incredible quality, innovation, and ideas coming from our community, reminding us of what we could achieve by recognising our […]
Clare Campbell: A Rebel in the Highlands, Weaving Growth for Good
Clare Campbell is spearheading a unique entrepreneurial journey through Prickly Thistle, the weaving mill she founded in the Highlands, the only one on the mainland, Clare’s venture is not just about weaving and tartan; it’s about identity, sustainability, and creating a blueprint for community-driven change. From Numbers to Looms Born and raised in Inverness, Clare […]