From economics to education, here are a selection of Ian's mini-blogs, perspectives, and discussion papers.

How long will the Global Economic Crisis last?

The Global Financial Crisis, which heightened following the collapse of Lehman Brothers in Autumn 2008, was not the first, nor the last financial crisis, the world has seen.  The scenario ... MORE

Recession: How is New Zealand affected?

New Zealand relies on world trade, and as world demand and consumer demand softens because those consumers are out of work, then demand abates.  New Zealand is affected by this ... MORE

On Creativity

Creativity is fundamental to innovation and to life. It is a God-given gift that many of us too quickly overlook, or forget to maximize. And while you might think that ... MORE

Global Financial Crisis

How bad is the Global Financial Crisis? What does it mean for New Zealand? How long will it last? How should we respond? None of these are easy questions, but ... MORE

Three Ideas to Write Better Essays

If I ask a room of 100 pupils the question: 'Who hates writing essays?' 95 of the students raise their hands. And if I ask ‘why’ you find out that ... MORE

Academic Writing

Over the past 16 years, Ian has used historical research as an aid to better understand business practice, while at the same time advancing theory. Using an entrepreneurship framework, he has ... MORE

Why Innovation Works

We all know we need it, but deep down, what is it about innovation that really matters.  How is it that this thing called innovation can propel firms and countries ... MORE