The perks of supporting local businesses.. Boosting the local economy & community Preserving the environment - no nasty plastic packaging or fuel for deliveries! Making dreams come true (ensure someone has a "happy jig" every time you purchase from them!) Receive that personal touch that larger companies won't have the time to fulfil How to […]
When you speak to employers about Christmas, try and keep discussions from a point of view that takes in both angles, as an employer, but also as someone who does like to party as well We talk a lot about how important it is for companies to have a sense of camaraderie among co-workers, and […]
Productivity broadly refers to how much gets done, but you also often hear that UK productivity overall is lagging behind other countries. So what does productivity mean in this sense and how is it measured? Find out how to apply the definition to your small business. What is productivity? In economics, productivity measures growth and […]
Every business idea starts with a business plan. But how often should you evolve it, and what happens if you don’t achieve your goals? Setting goals and ambitions for your business helps you know where you’re going and how you’re going to get there. But setting unrealistic goals can be disheartening and lead to burn […]
You don’t need to list a property on Airbnb to make money hosting an experience on the online platform. You just need to have a unique tour, activity, or class that people might want to do while they’re visiting your local area. Whether you’re interested in having a side hustle or want to explore a […]
We all love feeling loved, here we are going to tell you how you can spread this good feeling throughout the workplace. It's a fact - employees who feel valued and appreciated perform better - they want to do more for you, want to stay in your employment and will shout about the good stuff. […]
There’s no doubt about it, effective cash flow planning can be something of an art form to master. But it is crucial to get good at it to ensure the financial decisions you are making are the right ones. There’s no doubt about it, effective cash flow planning can be something of an art form […]
A marketing plan is fundamental to ensuring your business's success. In this blog, we take you through the steps to help you put together a sound marketing plan for your new business. When you embark on a new business venture, there are so many things to think about. You are likely wearing many different hats […]
When it comes to a winning team building event, there is a little more involved than just making sure your team are having fun. Whilst the main goal from your team building event may well be to make sure the team relax that doesn't mean that can't also be productive for your company. Through a series […]
It's that time of year when Bank Holidays are aplenty and, weather permitting, it's time to fire up the barbecues or join the traffic jams heading for the coast, and this year (2022) we are getting an additional day for the Platinum Jubilee. Behind the fun, and hopefully laughter, there is a serious point: have […]
