Franchise Owner
Karen Howes and her team receiving the award for Best Overall Company at The Business Excellence Awards
else it was something to aim for in the next 12 months.
Knightsbridge-based interior design business Taylor Howes took the top title of Best Overall Company. Owner Karen Howes says: “Over the last 24 years, Taylor Howes has grown from a two-women-and- a-dog business to a studio of over 30 with a turnover in excess of £6million. We’re elated to win this prestigious award in such an impressive company.” Karen is coached by ActionCOACH franchise owner Shweta Jhajharia, who adds: “What’s amazing is this business hasn’t reached its peak. This award will act as fuel to the team to create more, inspire more and achieve more.”
Leadership is a contact sport Dr Marshall Goldsmith kicked off day two with an inspirational session on leadership. Every delegate was out of their seats, off ering advice to each other, proving that leadership is a contact sport. Matthew Syed, author of Black Box Thinking, explained the importance of mindset and learning from the past with some fascinating stories from the world of sport.
Philip Hesketh was the fi nal guest speaker and was back by public demand after he wowed the delegates of 2014’s forum. Philip shared several of his business growth practices, including the formula for reputation, fi ve things to save and make money, his secrets to excellent customer service, and all you need to know about time management.
“Taylor Howes has grown from a two- women-and-a-dog team to a studio of over 30 with a turnover in excess of £6million”
Value for franchise owners John Cottrell has been an Action Coach for nearly 10 years and recently won EMEA Executive Coach of the Year 2017. He recommends this yearly event to all his clients, and says: “It’s not just about the
speakers, business owners get fresh ideas and a passion for growth from everyone they meet. The networking opportunities can bring new clients and each interaction is thought provoking and useful.”
If you would like to be part of ActionCOACH’s community helping business owners take their company to the next level and you:
• Get a buzz from helping others succeed • Love learning and developing yourself • Have enjoyed success in your career or sport…
…then fi nd out more by watching the six-minute overview video at
www.actioncoach.co.uk.
ActionCOACH Business services
www.actioncoach.co.uk ukrecruitment@actioncoach.com 01284 701 648
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