Networking is a powerful tool when you know how to leverage it. Many people try networking and feel disappointed by a lack of instant gratification. Networking relies on connections – you have to build trust and win people’s respect. It takes time and effort to establish a good reputation for yourself. When it comes to networking there are a few common faux…
Gallup produced some interesting research and commentary in 2019 around the subject of the future of performance management. According to their research on performance management reviews, Gallup found that “only 14% of employees strongly agree their performance reviews inspire them to improve”. If that truly is the case, what can companies consider as more effective alternatives? It seems that the answer may…
Running a successful business is extremely tricky work and demands a huge amount of time on your part. As the owner, it falls to you to guarantee that your customer’s needs are managed on time whilst maintaining quality and customer service. At the start of most businesses, you may be anxious that you do not have enough work. Lots of us have…
Every single business owner needs to safeguard the brand image and product quality in order to have clients that actually respect the company. The problem is that behind the scenes, this means dealing with relationships with suppliers, creditors, banks and many other businesses. It is often difficult to grow simply because there are financial problems that exist and cannot be solved. If…
Following the GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, businesses of all sizes are now legally required to dispose of all personal and confidential information. With regulations in place that ensure the proper and responsible management of sensitive information within businesses, it is required for personal data to be retained in a safe and secure manner, and for it to not be held…
The IR35 tax change comes into force in April 2020. HMRC has promised to introduce an updated tool by the end of 2019 to make the process clearer and reduce errors but the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) continues to call for a delay to the April 2020 rollout. The FSB joined the Institute of Chartered Accounts in calling on the Government…
Corporate identity services can cost a fortune. Fortunately, in the digital age, we have everything we need to DIY business management and create a corporate identity that truly resonates with our ideal clients. Here are four of the easiest ways to present your business professionally and convey a crisp corporate image without going out of your way or spending unnecessary money: 1.…
Generating new business by growing your customer base is important to your business success. However, it can sometimes be very challenging. Here are some practical tips to help you grow your business. Nurture Existing Customers and Look for New Opportunities Have strategies in place to nurture existing customers, such as staying in contact with them via an e-newsletter or letting them know…
As a business owner or hiring manager, you know how hard it is to not only find top talent but maintain them at the company. In the past, it was easier to find the talent. Employees valued job security and were generally less demanding when it came to job requirements. However, times have changed, for the better, but with that comes greater…
Shopify is one of the most popular and high-quality solutions for digital sales. Why do brands choose it? Because sites based on this platform are very stylish and at the same time convenient. Today we look at the 10 most beautiful and practical websites using Shopify. Thus, you can get inspiration and draw a couple of fresh ideas for your site. 1.…
Risk is inevitable in parts of business just as it’s inevitable in parts of life. Many people get into business and entrepreneurship in order to enjoy these risks and the rush of adrenaline they get when they strike last-minute deals or make high volumes of sales. But, ultimately, mature businesses look to avoid risks rather than court them. This article is about…
Most businesses are now reliant on computers and when you get to a size where you need more than one or two of them, then you need to consider establishing a network for your business. There are a number of options available and in order to choose between them, you first need to take a look at what you want the network…