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Business in the hospitality sector? Erik Wolf, founder of the World Food Travel Association shares some great advice and tips on adapting to the new normal... 2020 was not the best year to start a business in the hospitality sector. All businesses were hit hard by the pandemic, but arguably none more so than the hospitality. As we adapt to our new normal, navigating this fresh landscape is not ...
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Raising capital for your business? Oliver Woolley, CEO and co-founder of Envestors shares insights on the real costs of doing just that... As an entrepreneur you’ll see many opportunities for business growth. However, to achieve what you envision you may need more capital to ensure your business has the resources it needs.  You may decide that raising equity capital is the route to g...
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Small business and still a little unsure about importing and exporting to the EU? Glen Foster, small business director, Xero shares some guidance... According to Xero’s Future of Small Business report, 35% of UK small businesses said they wanted to increase the number of national and international territories they traded with this year. There are new controls in place for those moving goo...
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Gary Styles, CEO and Founder at sustainability platform Zellar shares his insights on why sustainability matters and what small businesses can do to make a difference Climate change is a big issue but as a small business, you may not think you have much of an impact. However small and medium businesses account for over 99% of the private sector and together can make a huge contribution to the s...
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Unsure what you should be looking for when choosing an insurance broker for your business? These tips will help... Insurance is a crucial aspect for any business. As well as helping to protect you in the event of a crisis, it could also help your company remain profitable during downturns. When it comes to choosing your commercial insurance broker it can be difficult to know where to start. Wi...
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Brad Revell from Toastmasters International shares insights, tips and ideas to help you improve how you communicate online As a startup you need to communicate with a wide range of people, and build relationships that will help your business grow.  Now that so much communication is online it is particularly important to focus on netiquette – etiquette for the internet.  Here a...
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  Looking after the employees in your startup is a must - here are a few of the best ways that you can do just that Starting a business can be exhilarating. You will want to throw your heart and soul into your new venture and may expect your employees to do the same. After all, they should love their jobs as much as you do, right? However, if you want to keep the engine of your business run...
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Technology is a must for all modern businesses - here are a few of the fundamental reasons as to why it is so important Technology is business – a given these days, but just exactly how important is it for businesses to succeed in the modern working world? The answer today goes beyond “very important” to “more or less essential”. Indeed, it’s difficult to t...
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Emeka Ikechi, Director of Vanity Studios shares his insights on the importance of getting your social media imagery right and a few of the key things you should consider... Social media is important for many new businesses. Whether B2C or B2B, brands find new customers and engage in important conversations primarily via LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. If you are failing to grow your ...
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Got issues with equipment theft by employees in your office or workplace? These practical tips will help prevent just that. Equipment theft can be a serious issue for many businesses, particularly those that have expensive items at their offices. These might include equipment that is used to provide services to clients, as well as general office items such as printers and computing gear. The ...
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Ensuring your employees are safe in the workplace is a must. Here are a few of the best ways that you can do just that. Whether you have a team of ten or a team of a hundred, ensuring staff safety is vital for business. According to latest figures from HSE, 142 workers were killed in work accidents in 2020/21, with agricultural, forestry and fishing, and construction sectors being the most...
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Digital advertising campaign not performing as you'd like? Gez McGuire, AI marketing expert and founder of Lead Accelerator, outlines some of the common issues and how to address them. Pay-per-click is often a victim of its own success. With even the most basic of setups delivering results, marketing managers and agencies can see it as a fit and forget solution. A closer look however, will oft...
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