Insight

At Enterprise Group Consulting (EGC), we know a tough truth: not every project, hire or operational strategy deserves infinite perseverance. Sometimes the smartest move isn't to push harder — it’s to pause, rethink and pivot. The line between persistence and sunk-cost stubbornness can get blurry. Leaders often find themselves asking: Should we keep going? Or is it time to change direction? Projects: Progress vs. Stagnation Every project hits speed bumps. But when challenges turn into chronic roadblocks — missed deadlines, scope creep without end, endless rounds of "re-scoping" — it might not be about effort anymore. It might be about fit.  Signs it’s time to pivot: The original business problem no longer exists (or has shifted) Team engagement has plummeted beyond repair Costs are ballooning with no path to ROI.

Spoiler: It’s not more strategy documents or inspirational speeches.

Leaders are told to give feedback regularly, but many struggle to do it effectively. And when the tables are turned, receiving feedback can be just as uncomfortable. But why? What makes something so essential to growth so difficult to master?

Active listening - the ability to fully understand, engage with, and respond thoughtfully - has the potential to transform workplace relationships, enhance team performance, and cause meaningful change.

Onboarding has always been a critical part of employee engagement and retention. But as hybrid and remote work environments become the norm, traditional onboarding practices are falling short. In 2025, the most successful organisations will be those that reimagine their onboarding processes to reflect the realities of a flexible workplace while encouraging connection, culture, and productivity.

As the year draws to a close, it’s natural to focus on planning for the next one. But before you dive in head first to setting goals and strategies for 2025, there’s great value in pausing to reflect on the past year.

For many years, companies have treated sustainability as a matter of compliance, ticking boxes to meet environmental regulations and corporate social responsibility targets. But in 2024, we’re seeing a major shift: sustainability has evolved from a regulatory obligation into a key

Without the natural interactions that happen in an office setting, leaders need to rethink how they build trust and engagement in a digital environment. The good news? Building trust remotely is absolutely achievable, but it requires a different playbook - one that focuses on transparency, communication, and autonomy.

In this blog, we’ll explore the impact of women-owned businesses, the unique challenges they face, and how supporting these enterprises can lead to a more inclusive and prosperous future for all.