When I started my BSc Marketing with Placement degree in 2022, I had no idea that a random Student Enterprise event would introduce me to the founder who’d eventually become my line manager. Or that a first-year decision to sign up for the Talent Development Programme (TDP) would end up …
Empathy, Observing & BIG Ideas By Simon Troup Whether it’s writing an entry for the SBS BIG writing competition, or for the amazing 100 BIG ideas initiative in student enterprise, the key skills for having great product ideas are being empathetic and observant in order to discover problems. In this …
Alt Data Ethics By Simon Troup In 2020 the SEC (the US Securities and Exchange Commission) announced its examination priorities for the year ahead. It might not have registered with a lot of investors, but there was a sneaky mention of ‘Alternative Data’. They recognised that “advancements in financial technologies, …
The Fintech Unbundling Playbook By Simon Troup The unbundling of financial services is happening everywhere, we may not notice it but there are clues all around us. Here we’ll reveal an almost perfect play-by-play fintech unbundling by the team at Fundapps and Onfido. Some context on the startups. Fundapps is …
“Enterprise Matters” Blog ESG – Part 2 – ESG or Transition Investing? By Simon Troup https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vs1OuGhpvd0 In ESG part one I framed concepts necessary to assess the current and future state of ESG, Impact and transition investing. In part two, by leveraging three important perspectives, we’ll bust some myths about …
“Enterprise Matters” Blog ESG – Part 2 – ESG or Transition Investing? By Simon Troup https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vs1OuGhpvd0 In ESG part one I framed concepts necessary to assess the current and future state of ESG, Impact and transition investing. In part two, by leveraging three important perspectives, we’ll bust some myths about …
“Enterprise Matters” Blog ESG – Part 1 – The ESG Ecosystem By Simon Troup Note: Part one and two of this post go into the weeds of the investing ecosystem with a focus on how ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) investing has evolved, and sometimes failed in recent times. Use …
Today we’ll bust 6 myths that every student should account for when interviewing for internships, placements and graduate roles. If you think that interviewing is complex and difficult you are correct, there’s a lot to think about. But like all problems, if we can simplify the problem in our mind …
Respecting The Game If you read another of AOB post you’ll understand the power of experimentation, it’s hard to know what you should do with your life if you haven’t cracked the puzzle of motive and purpose. It’s also super important as student not to forget to enjoy yourself; I …
Shopping in Southampton can be a delightful experience, particularly when you discover the best spots for excellent value for your money. In this article, we’ll guide you through a variety of shopping destinations in Southampton, from charity shops and fresh produce stalls to seafood markets, frozen food stores, and general …