Startups & SMEs

On 23rd September 2022, the Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng revealed the government’s plan to dramatically decrease inflation and the “biggest package in generations” of tax cuts designed to kickstart growth. Coined as the “mini-budget” for 2022, this plan outlined economic growth as their main priority and will have an impact on small business owners especially. Read […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

Stress, anxiety, and burnout are all very serious and very real health hazards that can occur amongst your team. Are you looking out for them enough? Are you doing everything you can to ease these conditions? Here are some ways you can reduce your employees’ stress levels and create a better work environment. Promote Communication […]

Is your employee turnover increasing year on year? How happy are your current colleagues? If you’re wondering how to improve employee retention and inspire motivation amongst your team, this article explores some strategies you can implement into your business. This article will explore the importance of employee satisfaction and how this impacts staff retention; it […]