Tips
How to be inclusive online
by: Startacus Admin ~ 8th April 2021
Kellie McCord from Toastmasters International shares some tips on a few of the key things you should consider to make sure that the online experience is inclusive and easier for more people
We all heard the phrase ‘one-size-fits-all’ but in practice this is rarely how things are.
A good example can be seen with our increased use of Zoom (other cloud-based video conferencing s...
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How to ensure a smooth ride in the Forex market
by: Startacus Admin ~ 8th April 2021
Thinking about embarking on currency trading? Here are some basic tips that will help you do just that...
Many people dream about becoming successful in currency trading. It is the largest financial sector in the world with no restrictions for potential clients. With a small amount, you can participate and become an investor. The global pandemic has only seen a rise in the business like never b...
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Email marketing for startup businesses – what you need to know
by: Startacus Admin ~ 8th April 2021
Thinking of using email marketing to promote your startup? Here are a few of the key things to consider when doing just that...
Email marketing is, by far and away, the method of marketing which generates, pound for pound, the quickest and highest level of return. It still is the online killer app and this a route to your target audience which all startup businesses should consider allocating p...
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5 Tips for Promoting Startup Employee Wellbeing
by: Startacus Admin ~ 2nd April 2021
Make sure that you have happy employees in your startup right from the beginning, by applying some of these basic tips...
There is a lot to consider as you launch your startup, so much so that it can feel like you’re being pulled in many different directions at once. One thing that can often get forgotten about, or not given full attention to, is employee wellbeing. The company owner is s...
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Attracting Graduates To Your New Business: Our Top Tips
by: Startacus Admin ~ 26th March 2021
Considering hiring some graduates for your team? Here are some basic tips to help you do just that
So, you need to recruit some staff to join your team, but you want them to be recent graduates – but how do you do this? Often, there are more graduates than there are opportunities, but it is important that you aren’t just hiring the first person who applies to a role. It is possible ...
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3 Social Media Tips For Growing Your Business
by: Startacus Admin ~ 22nd March 2021
Planning to use social media to help your business grow? These basic tips will help you do just that...
Trying to grow your business online is more important than ever in 2021. Social Media is key for businesses in general and these tips will help you utilise your social media platforms to get you ahead of your competitors.
Once you know the basics of Social Media management and have set up so...
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How to give a memorable pitch for investment
by: Startacus Admin ~ 19th March 2021
Prepping for a pitch with investors? Ben Jones from AberInnovation shares some great tips and guidance to help you do just that
To take your business to the next level you will reach a point when you need to pitch to investors for additional capital.
It will be no surprise to hear that this won’t be easy. Investors and business angels listen to a large number of pitches and a goo...
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How your startup can use video to increase sales
by: Startacus Admin ~ 18th March 2021
Video really matters for business these days - Rob Edmonds, Founder and Creative Director at visual communications agency, NRG Digital shares insights into the key video platforms and how to use video to best effect
Visual media has permeated every aspect of our work and social lives - from still images and infographics to adverts and videos. So how can your startup leverage the power of v...
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Tips for giving your best business pitch via video conferencing
by: Startacus Admin ~ 5th March 2021
Got to do your business pitch via video? Michael Collins of Toastmasters International shares some great tips to help you do just that...
With more and more of our business life being conducted online how can you make sure you give your best pitch online and ensure your startup makes its mark with your potential or existing clients?
Research Your Customers
Ensure you research the client or cl...
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Three ways to keep virtual connections real
by: Startacus Admin ~ 25th February 2021
Jean Gamester from Toastmasters International shares her tips on bringing back some of that old normal and staying fabulously virtually connected
With lockdown easing plans being announced, many of us are hopeful that it may not be too long before our lives more closely resemble our pre-pandemic existence. There is still a way to go though, and that means for those of us who have been fortunate...
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Launching A Fashion Brand In 2021: What You Need To Know for Business Success
by: Startacus Admin ~ 25th February 2021
Planning to launch a fashion brand this year? Here are a few basic tips that will help you do just that and get your business off to the right start
For intrepid entrepreneurs, the Coronavirus pandemic could just be the boost you need to turn your ideas into a flourishing business.
The global crisis has changed the entire corporate landscape and meant that many individuals now face an uncertai...
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Top 7 Tips that Your Startup Needs to Follow in 2021
by: Startacus Admin ~ 24th February 2021
2021 may be a challenging time to start a business, but these tips should help you get it right...
All around the world, businesses close and open every day. The past couple of months have brought many challenges, as well as opportunities for entrepreneurs and organizations. More importantly, our world has experienced changes that no one could even anticipate. COVID-19 changed the ways we ...
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