As we’re marking 20 years of business, our team started to chat about how things have changed since 2005 and in turn what will business life look like in another two decades? If we look back just 20 years, business has changed dramatically. Social media barely existed, smartphones were rare, and many companies still relied … Continued
Owning your own business has so many elements to it – accounting, sales, admin and, of course, marketing to name a few. Whilst we’re living in a heavily digital world, print is having a massive resurgence with many businesses reverting back to traditional print methods alongside digital data intelligence. The number one issue for any … Continued
Office politics occur in most workplaces whatever the nature of the industry. When employees spend hours per day together and are aiming for the same promotions and raises, competition is inevitable. Some people claim office politics are an essential part of the workplace, but others see it as a needless and potentially lethal part of … Continued
It’s estimated that we spend an average of 90,000 hours at work in a lifetime with some of us feeling like we spend more time with colleagues than our family! Because of the amount of time we spend working together it’s vital to have as good a team as possible in place and nurture the … Continued
The acronym AI is nothing new but what is new is the fact it is starting to infiltrate our daily lives slowly. Let’s start at the beginning. AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is a field of computer science where machines are designed to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. These tasks can include things like … Continued
(Article Contributed By My Local Solicitor) In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, where uncertainty lurks around corners, securing the longevity and resilience of a business is paramount. Among the numerous risk-management strategies, one often overlooked yet crucial tool is the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) for businesses. As we step into 2024, it’s time entrepreneurs … Continued
Managing finances is a critical aspect of any individual or business, and adhering to Inland Revenue deadlines is a key component of this responsibility. Here, we will explore the significance of meeting Inland Revenue deadlines, the consequences of non-compliance, and provide practical tips for ensuring timely submission of documents and payments. Importance of Inland Revenue … Continued
On every website there’s opportunities to enter your information such as name and email address in exchange for an exclusive offer/promotion, monthly newsletter or even takeaway tips. But what do with those emails after you’ve persuaded someone to part with their information? Email marketing is a highly effective digital marketing strategy that offers numerous benefits … Continued
As a business owner, it’s important to remember to put yourself in your customer’s shoes occasionally and not forget that experience is everything! Approaching the end of 2023, people’s attention spans are becoming increasingly (and terrifyingly!) short. It’s estimated that approximately 40% of people will abandon a website if it takes more than 3 seconds … Continued
You’ve got a great advert with clear call-to-actions and branding which stands out on the page. Job done, right?
Look at your desk now… or around your kitchen. We’re almost certain that somewhere you’ll have a pen, mug or maybe even a notepad that contains business branding on it. If you’ve kept it to use, why wouldn’t you be giving out merch with YOUR business details on? We can offer a wide range of … Continued
It’s easy to become blinded, obsessed even, with analytics, insights, ads, algorithms… you know the ones.
Now and again it doesn’t do any harm for every business to take a look at their branding and make sure it still ticks all the boxes
Many businesses are not charging enough or what they deserve to be paid for their time and effort