Christmas often creates a rare pause - time to reflect on the year just gone, lessons learned, and the people who have quietly shaped how you think about business. One of my Christmas reads this year was Buy Run Build by Charles Skinner.

Each year, I look forward to McKinsey’s annual book recommendations. Their 2025 list, just released, once again offers a wide-ranging and intellectually stimulating set of titles, spanning AI, leadership, personal growth, and the future of work.

In my career in investment banking, I’ve had the privilege of working with businesses at pivotal moments in their journeys, including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, and fundraising efforts.

Building and maintaining a high-performing team is crucial for success in the fast-paced world of start-ups and venture capital.

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