In a time where social distancing is always on the mind, how can business owners make sure their office space adheres to the rules? These office design ideas should help… Gone are the days of crowded meeting rooms, cramped desks, and races to the communal microwave at lunchtime. COVID-19 has changed office life […]
4 Easy Ways To Get Loads Of 5 Star Reviews From Customers
Customer reviews are one of the most important aspects of your online marketing these days. It doesn’t matter if you tell your customers that your products are amazing, they won’t necessarily trust your opinion because you’re just trying to make a sale. But other customers are impartial, which is why the majority of people […]
Perseverance Is Your Biggest Asset For Your Business Startup!
It is no secret that the role of the business owner is more than just a job. You have many responsibilities and roles and each one is just as important. Are you in the beginning and growing your business or are you preparing for the succession of your business? The key factors you need […]
Could Freelancing Be for You?
2020 has seen many of us change our minds when it comes to our career paths. The coronavirus pandemic has seen a lot of us either unable to work or working from home. Those of us who have had a break may have had time to reflect on our current jobs and have determined […]
Four Things That You Need To Know Before Becoming Self-Employed
If you’re reading this article, then the chances are that you’re thinking about becoming self-employed. Self-employment can be extremely rewarding, but it’s essential to realise that it is very different from working a conventional nine to five. So if you’re thinking about working for yourself, or setting up your own business, then here are […]
4 Things You Need to Succeed With An Online Business
Online business is an industry that has boomed in recent years. Whether it is a side hustle or full-time job, thousands of people have embraced the convenience and simplicity of using an online store over investing in a traditional brick and mortar location. However, it’s not as easy as having a cute logo and […]
The Most Important Parts Of Your Business Need Your Attention
It is important to understand that there are some parts of your business that are more important than others. They are not all equal, and there is always going to be one part that needs more of your attention than anything else. We want to make sure that you know what these parts are, […]
How to Operate an Eco-Friendly Business
Business owners have become increasingly more conscious of their ability to operate in a eco-friendlier manner in recent years. Although this sounds daunting, sometimes all it takes is a few simple changes and you are on the right track to becoming greener. As a result, you will probably even save some money. It’s important […]
Protecting Your Premises as a Small Business Owner
One-fifth of all crimes in the UK are against businesses. This covers everything from shoplifting to cybercrime, and business owners need to take the right steps to keep their workspace secure. As criminals range from the professional to the opportunistic, it can sometimes be very challenging to ensure that your business is safe from […]
How To Start A Business Which Can Make A Difference
It can be very tiring when you are working in a job which doesn’t make you feel like you’re doing any good in the world. A lot of the roles which can be found in the modern world don’t offer much satisfaction, instead forcing workers to perform mundane tasks with the aim of simply making […]
How To Use Event Marketing To Boost Your Business
Event marketing is a great away to create brand awareness by gathering your target audience in one place and promoting your services in person. There are lots of ways to use events to market your business. Here are just a few different types of event marketing. Host a launch party If you’re […]
Dog-Friendly Business Benefits: Is It Time For You To Open Your Doors To Our Four-Legged Friends?
In the UK, we are seeing a rise in the number of businesses that are dog-friendly, with more businesses than ever before choosing to take on this status. Aside from a number of restaurants, hotels, bars, and offices becoming dog-friendly, there are even dog cafes opening up around the UK, where customers can enjoy a […]
5 Tips For A Good Night’s Sleep While You’re Working Away
Travelling for business can often feel like a drag, especially with the long time spent commuting either by car or public transport, or perhaps plane, and all the hassle which goes with that. With the sudden change of environment, it can be easy to lose your bearings in the new town or city where […]
How Software Is Driving Innovation for Insurance Companies
Although it is true that various industries have been experiencing transformation as a result of digital innovations, we know that some industries are catching on faster than others. The insurance industry for example has never been at the frontier of digital innovations. However, this seems to be changing with time. Today digital solutions like […]
Consider These Career Resolutions For The New Year
As the year closes, you will be thinking about your resolutions for the new year. From eating healthier to committing to more exercise, there will be a number of promises you will be making to better your life. But what about your career? There are some career-related resolutions that should be placed as a […]
Everything The You Need To Know About Alcohol Licensing
Running your own pub is a dream that many of us harbour. It could be an ultra-modern gastro pub, or a cosy rural inn, but the idea of being landlord appeals greatly. Unfortunately, the reality can sometimes be confusing and time consuming. Before you secure your dream, you must know everything there is […]
How To Create A More Productive Home Office
I’ve worked from home for the past four years, and in that time I’ve learned a lot about what it means to work productively. Back when I was a recent university graduate, and I landed my first remote working client, I didn’t know how to work productively from home. Everything was new to me, […]
How To Best Optimise Your Learning Space
Making the most of your space can be crucial to achieving your required results. It doesn’t matter whether you’re in school, university, or the workplace optimising your space should be top of your agenda. Did you know that procrastination costs businesses in the UK in the region of £76 billion every year. That’s crazy, […]
Setting Rates As A Freelancer
As a freelancer, you don’t earn a set wage per month and there are no clear guidelines on what you should be charging as an independent worker. This can be a stressful part of starting your own business, particularly for those who are new to a certain industry and can often see freelancers under […]
How I Will Be Keeping My Office Warm This Winter
I am one of these people who is always cold, so when it comes to winter, while I love the colder weather I actively dislike the cold. Winter is my favourite time of year because I love being able to wear my favourite knitwear and snuggle up by the fire with a mulled cider […]
Blogging & SEO: What’s The Importance?
I’m one of the lucky bloggers because I have a degree in a subject that meant I had to study modules on SEO, which then lead to me working in SEO and link building once I graduated from university in 2014, so I have a good understanding of this essential area of blogging. I […]
5 Things To Consider When Setting Up A Spa
Opening your own spa is exciting, your mind is full to the brim of ideas and you can’t wait to get going to make your dream a reality! You know the beauty and wellness sector inside out and have the passion, drive and experience to make your spa become a success. Setting up […]
Employing Staff For Your Small Business
When it comes to running a business, at one point or another as your business grows, you may need to think about taking on staff. While the fact that your business has grown is naturally going to be a very exciting one, it’s also important to understand that when it comes to taking on […]
Your Small Business Can’t Afford To Make These Mistakes
We all know that small businesses are relatively fragile. Not many of them survive the first two years of trade. This can be a bitter pill to swallow, but it’s sufficiently important to consider if you hope to avoid the pitfalls of running a business, learn from those around you, and generally work harder […]