Why 99% of Startups Fail & How to Survive the First Year

In this episode of the Secret Experts Podcast, host Ryan sits down with Laurens De Rooij, the founder of Velox Consilium. As a Chartered IT professional and qualified business coach, Laurens specializes in helping organizations turn complex problems into actionable clarity. He shares his unique methods for diagnosing organizational issues, from running 5-day intense management bootcamps to utilizing "Fishbone diagrams" for root cause analysis.

Whether you are a startup founder doing everything in your garage or a C-suite executive at a global bank, Laurens breaks down the exact reasons businesses struggle to scale and execute.

🎧 If you want to listen to the podcast you can do so here.

đź”— You can also connect with Laurens on Social Media: LinkedIn & Twitter.

Or leave your thoughts and feedback via the website.

The Professional BA

What does it really mean to be a “professional” Business Analyst? In this episode of BA Brew, Kerry is joined by Laurens and Lisa to explore professionalism in business analysis – from preparation and mindset to qualifications, growth, and career progression.

They discuss:

  • What professionalism means in a BA context
  • Their journeys through the BCS International & Advanced Diplomas
  • Achieving CITP status
  • The path to becoming an Expert BA
  • Practical advice for BAs looking to advance their careers

If you're considering the BCS Advanced Diploma, CITP, or the Expert BA route, this conversation is packed with insights from real practitioners who’ve been there.

đź”— You can connect with Laurens on Social Media: LinkedIn & Twitter.

Or leave your thoughts and feedback via the website.