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Take your pick of any of the most successful businesspeople in the world and you discover something interesting: they all read business books. Lots of them. But why? Yes, knowledge matters. But more importantly, books get you thinking in the right way. They change how your brain approaches business issues, making you wiser and more […]

A recent report shows that the UK hire rate has slowed considerably compared to the rate immediately after the pandemic. Whilst the government initially predicted higher unemployment rates, it appeared to be the opposite case as we left multiple lockdowns. However, 18 months after the last lockdown, inflation is increasing at a rate we haven’t […]

In the last few months, the rising energy prices have dominated the news and have caused panic across every household in the UK. Referred to as a global energy crisis, there are a number of reasons behind these escalating costs including lower renewable energy generation, low gas reserves, and damage to a major electricity import. […]

Getting new employee onboarding right is challenging. You need to figure out how to make them feel settled and prepare them for the tasks ahead. Therefore, developing a training plan for recruits is essential. Showing them the ropes improves their productivity faster and helps to avoid costly mistakes. Training A New Employee Checklist Every hiring […]

Brands with high levels of customer satisfaction invariably perform better in the long run. Did you know that 89 percent of customers are more likely to buy from you again after a positive customer service experience? Traditionally, companies measure customer satisfaction with surveys. After all, what better way to find out what your audience thinks […]

If you’re considering whether you should join a Chamber of Commerce, it might be useful to find out how they support businesses and what you can expect if you do join. No matter whether your small-sized or corporate company, you will receive the same level of support and the same opportunities. Business Support from Chamber […]

It’s no secret that networking is a vital part of business growth. Whilst not all opportunities are free, it’s hard to know which is worth the money and which isn’t. One of the most popular ways to find new opportunities and meet other likeminded businesses is your local chamber of commerce. What is it? And […]

It’s sometimes said that any publicity is good publicity, but it doesn’t feel so good when you’re receiving negative social media reviews. Not only can you feel like you’re not providing the level of service you thought you were, but you’re receiving those reviews on a public platform that everyone can see. The effects of […]

Many CEOs, business owners, and managers would love a healthy work-life balance, but few achieve it. Most work tirelessly in their roles, neglecting the other aspects of their lives, eating up all their fun time.  Data backs this up. Harvard Business Review found that leaders worked on 79 percent of weekend days and 70 percent […]