Thinking of going freelance? With the freedom and flexibility of taking business into your own hands offering an obvious attraction, it is the ideal solution for many where the typical 9-5 just isn’t working anymore. Saying goodbye to routine and even more frightening, a steady, monthly pay cheque inevitably makes …
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StartupsEach month we will be following 2 companies, both sharing their highs and lows and everyday business challenges, as they describe any issues or problems connected to their office any and the choices and solutions they come up with or are presented with. The companies will remain anonymous as we …
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Work EnvironmentEach month we will be following 2 companies, both sharing their highs and lows and everyday business challenges, as they describe any issues or problems connected to their office any and the choices and solutions they come up with or are presented with. The companies will remain anonymous as we …
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Work EnvironmentFear. Frustration. Failure. Many entrepreneurs know these feelings all too well. Some would have you believe that starting a business is easy and instant success is a given, however, this is rarely true. With doubts clouding your head, having the strength of mind to make courageous decisions can make or …
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Business advice and newsSo you’re new to the world of email marketing and you’re looking to start driving interest in your offerings. Email can be one of the most successful methods of contacting audiences available to a small business or start up and should never be ignored. There are three main considerations when …
Email Marketing 101 – The basics Read More
Business advice and newsWith thousands of tweets flying around cyberspace every minute of the day, you can sometimes feel overwhelmed with the amount of information you are bombarded with, relevant or otherwise. However, if you are following the right people, Twitter can offer a wealth of information, with expert business advice, inspirational thought …
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StartupsIts official, the leaves are off the trees, the clocks have gone back and winter is setting in. It can only mean one thing- the office lurgie will soon start doing the rounds. But what is the real cost of sick days to a company? Sick days cost UK employers …
The real cost of office sick days Read More
Business advice and newsSometimes there’s nothing you want more than to hear it straight. Somewhere along the line, perhaps as a result of too many long days, business meetings absorbing schedules, or in some instances, too much time spent watching David Brent in action, an illogical office dictionary full of metaphors, exaggerated claims …
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Business advice and newsWith icy winter months creeping in, working from home may be the perfect solution to avoid disrupted public transport routes, traffic jammed motorways and slippery footpaths. For those wishing to be productive and at the same time, staying in close proximity to family ties, taking the office “home“ should be …
Should I Work From Home? The Pros and Cons of Home Working Read More
Flexible WorkingEach month we feature a different city and the top reasons to do business there. This month is the turn of Edinburgh. 1. Support Edinburgh is more than happy to have you! The city offers a huge amount of support to welcome those who want to set up business …
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