Robert Craven
"The Entrepreneurship Guru" The Financial Times
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Interesting subject presented in a memorable, often humorous style. At the end of a long day information needs to be presented in an engaging and memorable way and Robert achieved this. He also got every delegate to agree an action with the person sitting next to them - a great way to commit to changing as well as building networking opportunities.
University of Portsmouth, 20th March 2013
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'Good businesses focus on: - People and Teams - Marketing and what customers want - Strategy and Planning
All else is commentary' says Robert Craven.
Robert Craven works with the ambitious directors of fast-growing businesses who feel that they could be doing even better.
As a keynote speaker his style is challenging, honest and goading; free of business jargon he makes his audience think. Robert is based in Bath and works throughout the UK and Europe.
Brief Profile Robert spent five years running training and consultancy programmes for entrepreneurial businesses at Warwick Business School. Running his own consultancy since 1998, he is now one of the UK's best-known and sought-after speakers on entrepreneurship.
'Textbook theories are inappropriate for growing businesses.'
He is not full of theoretical rhetoric; he offers practical solutions - tangible business results. Robert's work on marketing and strategy has been widely published and acted upon by thousands of growing businesses.
His four recent books Beating the Credit Crunch, Bright Marketing, Kick-Start Your Business and Customer is King, are all business best-sellers and have been described as 'truly inspirational' by The Independent.
'Chuck out the theory . and ask if staff get on with each other.'
Also, available for download from The Directors' Centre website - The Start-Up Essays which is a collection of Robert's essays, blogs and book chapters. A practical guide to help you start your business
Robert's track record at helping businesses is very impressive. Add to this his broad experience at board level and you will understand how and why he uniquely adds value to all the businesses that he works with.
'If you keep doing what you've always done you'll get the same results!'
Alongside his numerous speaking engagements, Robert also does consulting work for, and is personal mentor to the leaders of a number of growing businesses in the UK.
'Decide your goals and be prepared to pay the price.'
Robert runs The Directors' Centre, the award-winning management consultancy company.
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Interesting subject presented in a memorable, often humorous style. At the end of a long day information needs to be presented in an engaging and memorable way and Robert achieved this. He also got every delegate to agree an action with the person sitting next to them - a great way to commit to changing as well as building networking opportunities.
University of Portsmouth, 20th March 2013
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Robert's lecture was excellent and we found it quite inspiring – My manager asked me the next morning what I would be cutting out so I could put more energy into making other key areas more successful!
Portsmouth Business School 20th March 2013
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Robert was informative, motivating and easy to listen to, I was inspired by what he said, so much information in such a short space of time, helped me to realise where I can improve my Business
University of Portsmouth 20 March
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I enjoyed the focus on specific things that could help grow my business, the informal and humorous style of delivery, Robert's ability to engage the audience and overall relevance of the subject matter. Robert was very easy to listen to.
20 March University of Portsmouth
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Very concise and direct. No flannel and fluff in the content, above all it made sense and was different from the standard marketing messages.
Business Scene In Bristol 3rd Oct
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Robert is a humorous, inspirational and sometimes to the point speaker. Very enjoyable and loaded me with the enthusiasm to 'go and get things done!'.
Entrepreneur Country Growth Challenge workshop
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It was particularly engaging. No wasted breath, energetically, succinctly and clearly presented. Made the day, and the week, a great success. Tremendous.
Perth & Kinross Business Growth Week, June 2012
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Robert was entertaining, informative, motivating and easy to listen to. He was a key part of a great day with Entrepreneur Country
Entrepreneur Country
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It was engaging, relevant, concise and Robert was entertainingly animated. I was inspired by what he said, so much information in such a short space of time
Perth and Kinross Council Business Week
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Robert entertained the audience as he made his recommendations interesting and seem as though they were easy to achieve. He had the ability to engage and hold the audience very well. It was intesting that I'd already started carrying out some of his 'action points' prior to attending the session therefore I found this extremely encouraging.
Perth & Kinross Business Growth Week, June 2012
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It was entertaining. There were a number of useful points made. The talk mentioned some actions that I had thought I should make but people kept telling me I was mad and don't do it. The talk also taught me to listen to MY instincts.
Perth & Kinross Business Week
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An excellent speaker who really engages with his audience and talks sense!
Business Scene
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I've heard Robert on several occasions and I'm always impressed with his talks. Very inspirational. A master of his craft. Sales motivation at its best. So thank you for speaking at the #NELBExpo
North East London Business Expo
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Robert gave very practical advice which if implemented would help any Professional Services Firm. His book is also very practical and I would recommend it to every PSF.
15th May 2012, North East London Business Expo
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Robert addressed the needs of small to medium business's
NORTH EAST LONDON BUSINESS EXPO
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It was highly encouraging and motivating, Great pointers on How to Win and Excel in your expectations and triumph for FUTURE GENERATIONS.
Workshop, Lets Talk Business Preparing for Growth
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Robert Craven is a dynamic speaker where his topics are practical and relevant. There are no frills and academic business thinking. current and usefull business tips that works.
Third time I have heard him speak and will attend more of his sessions and definitely would recommend his sessions
Clive
MWB Victoria
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Robert Craven has been there and done it himself. Written the books and probably could sell the T Shirts and the film rights. He cuts straight through the BS.
Robert Craven believes in KISS, Keep it Simple Stupid. Everything he talks about is simple to understand and simple to implement which is what makes it so powerful.
Several Times, 2007,2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
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Robert speaks in plain english and goes straight to the point. He is entertaining and engaging and most of all made me think. Would highly recommend him
Ashford, Kent 2003
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A clear, succinct and insightful presentation delivered with humour and style.
Victoria MWB Nov 2011
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Professional Marketing Forum 05/21/2013 · Birmingham, West Midlands, UK |
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UKTI Export Growth Masterclass #1 06/13/2013 · Cranfield, Central Bedfordshire MK43, UK |
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UKTI Export Growth Masterclass #2 06/14/2013 · Cranfield, Central Bedfordshire MK43, UK |
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3rd Int Conference on Sales & Marketing in Recession 07/04/2013 · Tehr?n, Iran |
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3rd Int Conference on Sales & Marketing in Recession 07/05/2013 · Tehr?n, Iran |
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Opening Doors/Closing Sales 07/11/2013 · London, UK |
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Mastermind #1 07/15/2013 · Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, UK |
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Mastermind #2 07/16/2013 · Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, UK |
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ISMM Conference 09/19/2013 · Bristol, City of Bristol, UK |
