September 23, 2024 In the past two decades, starting a business has become trendy, attracting millions of aspiring entrepreneurs. Yet, with this surge comes a familiar narrative: the high failure rate of start-ups. Research reveals that up to 80% of start-ups fail within the first few years. This begs the […]
Inflation is a silent killer for start-ups, and here’s the harsh truth: most won’t survive it. With rising costs, tightening cash flow, and a volatile market, new businesses are getting hit from all sides. While big corporations can absorb inflationary shocks, start-ups with razor-thin margins and limited funding face a […]
The International Alliance of Entrepreneurs (IAE) are pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Xue as the chief representative for China. Anthony has over ten years’ experience working with international organisations and professional bodies. Including the staff from the United Kingdom. Moreover, his co-operation with the IAE involves an extension […]
APME Honorary Fellows presentation of certificates The photograph refers to the actual presentation of certificates to APME Honoray Fellows who live in the Kuala Lumpur area. After the virtual online presentation by the IAE and APME Chairman J Malcolm Dean assisted by the UK Team Malcolm Trotter and Neville Gaunt. […]
Thirty-five high achievers, based in Malaysia, were formally recognised in a ceremony conducted on Saturday 20th August 2022. Figures from both the business world and higher education who have demonstrated contributions to the growth of firms, skills and society were each granted “Honorary Fellowship” of the APME. The recognition as […]
If owners or senior managers are arrogant in their attitude towards the strategic direction of the business, it can result in insolvency or bankruptcy. Does it matter or is it of any relevance to me and my business? Most certainly – Yes! Businesses and other organisations (and specifically those leading […]
How to Plan Remote Working – Working away from the work- place in many different situations and circumstances requires very careful planning. The world of commerce and business is ever changing, particularly due to advances in the use of technology. Combined with recent changes in working practices due to COVID-19, […]
Being a high-income country will not solve the problems of the ‘middle-income trap’ by itself and policy priorities may be distorted if we over-emphasise this target. KUALA LUMPUR 30 APRIL 2021: The problem of the so called “middle-income trap,” which has kept Malaysia among the upper-middle-income countries for many years […]
Do you want to be better prepared for a senior role or simply lead your business more effectively? If so and you are based in England, then did you know that up until 29th March this year you can study for an MBA within a fully funded Apprenticeship? This could […]
How to work from home effectively! Many entreprenuers are are having to learn a new skill, How to work from home effectively. Due to Covid-19 crisis many entrepreneurs are now having to work from home for the first time. It is so easy to get involved in the day to […]