Alan CairnsDRESSING UPI’m a firm believer that Humility is such an important leadership skill because it allows you to better understand the needs of others and…2 min read·Feb 20, 2023----
Alan CairnsScaling companies with PurposeThis article is based on my learnings from helping to scale several iconic and purpose-led businesses and working with some of the UK’s…10 min read·Feb 1, 2023----
Alan CairnsLifetime Fitness — my take on itI’m not an athlete, a PT, or ex-military and so far I haven’t trained in martial arts either. Neither do I sell or recommend any fitness…12 min read·Jan 30, 2023----
Alan CairnsHow can being a parent help you become a better leader?Not everyone wants or indeed, can have children of course so this article is not about having to have children to become a better leader…7 min read·Jan 16, 2023--2--2
Alan CairnsinOctopus VenturesCreating a Winning Talent Pipeline for your StartupYour company has three basic choices when it comes to creating a winning Talent pipeline: your own in-house recruiter, an embedded 3rd…9 min read·Jan 31, 2019--1--1
Alan CairnsinOctopus VenturesGetting Compensation Right in StartupsSalary surveys, or more accurately compensation surveys, can be an invaluable guide to any startup needing to set salaries and…5 min read·Dec 22, 2018----
Alan CairnsinOctopus VenturesBuilding Teams: The Art of ChangeUntil recently, Alan was Chief People Officer at MOO, he is also a mentor at ALT and an advisor at Happy Work. Prior to MOO he was Group HR…4 min read·Jun 24, 2018----