Help To Grow programme CASE STUDY

Heath

What have you learnt from the Help to Grow programme?

There is at least one big ‘aha!’ moment per module, but my overall key takeaway is this - what you often perceive as an ‘us’ problem is part of a process of growth that all companies experience, and that there is some scientific support to tackling almost any stage. This course really lifts you out of the weeds into strategic thinking.

Which module was the most beneficial for you and why?

Organisational design was the one that was at the right time and the right place for me.

Also, the peer calls at the end of each week were so helpful, as was that time for reflection and small-group support from the course leaders – they were incredibly valuable and insightful.

Has any aspect of the programme impacted your leadership?

I have found space to be a vulnerable leader, to think about my leadership of change management, and to commit to making time for thinking ahead and helicoptering out of the ‘day-to-day’ as a habit.

What would you say to a female leader thinking of enrolling on the Help to Grow Course?

Don’t put it off just because you are too busy. You will always be too busy. We all have space to learn. We all need support to grow. This course gives you that, and a network of colleagues to go on the journey with.

What are the biggest challenges being a female leader in an SME?

Unconscious bias is a challenge that needs to be talked about more. Being assertive without fear of labelling, and having space to be a serving leader, showing kindness and vulnerability, without the perception that these are weaknesses.

Also, it helps to find your own way through where you can embrace being female and a great business leader as your true self.

In one or two sentences, why should someone buy your products/services?

Adelphi Group of Companies is a familyowned, quality focused deliverer of healthcare packaging, liquid filing, and capping solutions. We excel at delivering subject matter expertise sales support to help businesses find the right path to growth.

Whether you are an R&D company needing the right ready to use premium packaging, a start-up food or beverage company trying to transition to your own manufacturing, or an SME chemical or cosmetic company accelerating by adding another line, we are here on the journey to help you grow.

90% of the programme cost is covered by the Government therefore a total cost of £750. The good news is that for Dynamic readers there are a number of FREE places left for women on the February 2024 Brighton programme when you quote PLATINUM100 when signing up or pre-register for the April 2024 programme at helptogrow@brighton.ac.uk – subject to availability.

Progress In Pregnancy

Researchers at the School of Medicine at the University of Virginia (UVA) have discovered a way to identify pregnant women at risk of pre-eclampsia, a serious disorder characterised by high blood pressure and kidney dysfunction which can result in premature delivery, seizures and even death. Complications from the condition are the second-leading cause of maternal death around the world.

The UVA scientists found that they could predict the risk of pre-eclampsia by examining lipids (fats) in women’s blood during pregnancy. The researchers say their finding opens the door to simple blood tests to screen patients.