ONSIDE / LEAD ARTICLE
EMBRACING CHANGE
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n a changing world it pays to stay ahead – to think ahead
of the competition and understand the nexus of forces
that are shaping the future.
Sometimes the modern world can seem exciting, it’s the
disruptive businesses that make the headlines and attract
the brightest talents.
Google, Amazon and Virgin all started on their relatively
short journeys as upstart disruptors with an ambitious
plan and a different way of embracing the future with a
new business model. We see this trait with businesses like
Rockar, Redx and Liberty SIPP.
Patterns of work and engagement have changed too. There
has been a huge surge in self-employment and contracting
over the last five years. In some instances it represents a
quest for control and flexibility, in others it’s about freelance
contracts working better for flexible business models.
Look at how professional services are delivered; as a
sector, accountancy and the law have grown accustomed
to dealing with businesses at various stages of life. But new
technology, new business models and different expectations
of clients have changed the game.
As an investment and advisory business Seneca always looks
for a new angle, a fresh approach and a new opportunity.
Tackling the problems of the past in order to take advantage
of the opportunities of the future.
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