Tasks are an inevitable part of business life. Whether you run your own business or help someone else run theirs, your daily working day will include a wide variety of tasks. But managing them isn’t always easy. There’s only so much you can remember and it’s easy to end up feeling overwhelmed or stressed by …
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What are your plans for your business over the Christmas period? It may feel a little early talking about it in November, but you need to implement things now, if you’re looking to prepare your business for a Christmas break. And it starts with knowing what your plans are! Once you have an idea of …
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The current situation around lockdown has forced a lot of on and offline businesses to rethink their marketing and sales strategies. For many, that rethink involves taking their business more online and looking at ways to reach more of their ideal audience in a more cost-effective way. If you have the necessary knowledge and skill, …
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If you want to create and grow a list of people interested in your products and services, you’re going to need a lead magnet. A mailing list is one of the best ways to increase subscribers and ultimately, grow your business – but to get people on your mailing list, you’re going to need a …
When it comes to finding the right mailing platform for your business, there’s no shortage of potential solutions. However, when it comes to suitable tools for the small business owner, Mailchimp and ConvertKit are the two biggest contenders. Mailchimp markets itself as a ‘marketing automation platform and email marketing provider’ that’s suitable for any sized …
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To find out more about why you should be specialising for business growth, take a look at my recent guest blog post on Evans Creative website. Find out why you should specialise, how to focus on what you do best and gain authority in your niche – and how to capitalise on customer search intent …
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If you want to protect your business in an emergency, you need to adopt a simple 3-step process throughout your working year – Prevent and minimise the risks, be prepared for anything that may happen, and get help when needed. Outside factors will often play a part in some of the emergencies we may experience …
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We’ve all heard the expression ‘work smarter, not harder’. It’s something that’s often brandished around, when it comes to being more productive with your time and working more effectively at work. But what exactly does it mean – to work smarter and not harder – and how can you implement it as a strategy? What …
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Trade shows, Expos, Shows, they’re all different ways you can put yourself out there and showcase what your business is about. But is exhibiting right for your business and how can you decide if it’s a good idea for you to take part in an exhibition. An exhibition is a place where large numbers of …
Time is one of your most precious assets, so you need to protect it. And that’s why you also need to ensure you’re managing it effectively. Time management is a hot topic for any business, no matter how big or small – and regardless of whether your business is a home based one or not. …
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Organising a corporate event involves a lot of decision making on your part. However, it’s the venue that is ultimately going to make or break your event, so you need to ensure you’re picking the right venue for your corporate event. If you’re looking to find the right venue for your needs, here’s some advice …
One of the reasons why so many business owners struggle with their business growth, is they’re simply trying to do everything themselves. It’s understandable, as often they feel that as they work alone, they need to – well, work alone! But if you want your business to grow, that inevitably means you need to learn …
Networking is a valuable tool for your business. Not only does it enable you to build the contacts a successful business needs to grow, it also has an important role in your own personal development too. Read on, to find out the real value of networking and how it can help you grow your business, …
Time is something we all need to manage, regardless of the role we fill and whether we’re at work or home. However, good time management is something all staff and employees, regardless of whether they’re in the corporate environment or working for themselves, need to master, if they want to get ahead in business. Why? …
Here are my top ten tips to help you hit the ground running and get your business organised, so you can increase your chances of doing everything on your to do list and keep on track with those goals you set for 2020. [And if you want an idea of how a VA can help …
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Companies can hold a corporate event for many reasons. Often, they’re used to help raise additional revenue and awareness, especially when you’re new on the business scene or new in the area. They can help you increase company culture and help you stay ahead of the competition. But holding your own corporate event is great …
