CEO Messages
22nd July, 2016
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CEO Message
CEO Message No. 7
The French have a saying – “plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose” which is generally translated into English as “…the more things change, the more they stay the same…” I was forced to...
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14th July, 2016
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CEO Message
CEO Message No. 6
The father of 20th century economics, John Maynard Keynes, when accused of altering his position on a particular issue was often quoted as saying… “When the facts change, I change my mind. What do you...
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6th July, 2016
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CEO Message
CEO Message No. 5
As I reflected on the events of last Saturday I could not but be drawn to this famous remark by Sir Winston Churchill… “Indeed, it has been said that democracy is the worst form of...
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30th June, 2016
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CEO Message
CEO Message No. 4
As the voters head to the polls on Saturday one thing is certain: no matter who wins this election the challenges to our businesses will not abate. That said, the pundits think we will see...
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27th June, 2016
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CEO Message
CEO Message No. 3
It is often said that the difference between genius and stupidity is that even genius has its limits, while stupidity…well, I’m sure you can complete the thought for yourselves. Don’t get me wrong – I’m...
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22nd June, 2016
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CEO Message
CEO Message No. 2
Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of Germany, advised never to believe anything in politics until it has been officially denied. I was compelled to reflect on the wisdom of his insight listening to the...
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