The Pros And Cons Of Setting Up As A Sole Trader
Small businesses are the backbone of the UK economy. It is estimated that at the start of 2018, there were 5.6 million small businesses, accounting for over 99% of private sector businesses, according to figures from the Federation of Small Business. Of these around 3.4 million operated as sole traders, or 59% of the total…
How to Find the Perfect CFO for your Organization
Money is the lifeblood of any business: if you don’t make a profit, you’re not going to stay in business. This is why good financial management is critical to the success and even survival of your business. It also explains why you must have an excellent Chief Financial Officer at the helm. The challenge is…
Kickstarter – A Decade of Boom and Bust
Kickstarter is now 10 years old. Researchers at the Insider have conducted an investigation into some of the best and some of the worst Kickstarter campaigns over the last decade. The April 09 launch changed financing for entrepreneurs young and old in any sector – cutting out the banks and loan companies as the middleman.…
India’s First Craft Gin – Greater Than Launches In The UK
India’s first craft gin brand, Greater Than London Dry Gin, has been launched in the UK by Nao Spirits. Founded by Anand Virmani and Vaibhav Singh, Greater Than gin is distilled in copper pots in Goa and infused with pure botanicals sourced from India and around the world. The award-winning gin has clean juniper and…
The Top Social Media Marketing Trends to Watch Out For
Many of us may recall the days when Myspace was the most popular social media platform and Facebook was little more than a blip on the digital horizon. These portals were primarily used to speak with friends and to share viral video feeds. Of course, times have inexorably changed. Social media now represents one of…
6 tips for nurturing a team-oriented mindset in your organisation
Henry Ford once said that “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself”. Today, more than half a century later, his words still apply to the modern workplace. We live and work in the age of automation, where more and more tasks are being assigned to machines, but even so, the…
3 Tips For Successfully Franchising Your Business
When your business is doing well and you’re looking to expand, you’ve got a few different options. You could design new product lines to make more sales to existing customers or you could try a new marketing strategy to reach new market segments. You may also decide to open more locations or increase your manufacturing…
Marketing Your Business Event
Marketing your business event? Here’s how to ensure you reach the RIGHT people Big business event coming up? Or maybe just a small one? Either way, if you want your event to really make an impact, you have to market it to the max. This doesn’t mean grabbing your bell, playing the town crier and…
Would Becoming a Contractor Be Right For You?
If you would like to be your own boss, then rather than starting your own business, could working as a contractor be something that could work for you? There are quite a number of benefits that come from working as a contractor, which can range from higher rates of pay then you would get doing…
3 translations your company needs in order to succeed abroad
In the era of globalisation and fast developments in technology, Small and Medium Sized businesses must quickly adapt and reach beyond their local markets, not only to grow, but often simply to survive in the saturated markets. Today, even on their home turf, companies frequently compete with international competitors, deal with international customers and liaise…
Use Diamond Drilling To Accomplish Your Project Within Deadlines
There is little doubt that creating well-defined holes and openings in concrete, asphalt, and stone structures is a highly challenging task. You need to rely on advanced drilling equipment and techniques to finish your project safely. Regardless of whether you are executing a residential project or a commercial project, one of the best ways to…
Amazing Award Trophies
Nearly every industry will have an array of awards open to them recognising both company and individual efforts annually and usually on a grand stage involving black-tie dinners and after parties. From certificates to trophies with medals in between, it is a great achievement to get recognised within your industry which boosts confidence as well…