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Beating the downturn with public sector contracts
by Josh Hall | 23 Feb 2009
Private sector spending is drying up at a concerning rate. Companies that survive on private sector contracts are finding the security of those contracts more precarious by the day, particularly as they are frequently supported by a long chain of companies. If just one link in the chain collapses it can spell the end of that contract.
Is diversification the key to recession survival?
by Josh Hall | 17 Feb 2009
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Starting a business - a guide for foreign nationals
by Josh Hall | 17 Feb 2009
The number of foreign nationals wishing to start businesses in the UK has grown steadily in recent years. While it is arguably easier to achieve this today than at any time previously, there are still significant hurdles that must be overcome. The government has recently introduced new restrictions on the movement of labour, and budding entrepreneurs will inevitably feel the effects of this. The new points-based immigration system introduced by the government in 2008-09 has further complicated the situation.
Interest rate cuts not helping small businesses
by Josh Hall | 11 Feb 2009
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A quick guide to project management
by Josh Hall | 11 Feb 2009
Effective project management is an important element in the success of any large organisation and it also has important applications within businesses of any size, in any industry. SMEs can use project management techniques to streamline their business practices and complete tasks in a more timely and efficient fashion. Ensuring that you and your staff have a basic knowledge of established project management techniques can result in a more agile, successful organisation.
Public responsibility for the growing business
by Josh Hall | 09 Feb 2009
As a small business owner you may well find it a struggle to keep up with your day-to-day responsibilities and the last thing you want is a mass of red tape and regulation to navigate. However, if you run a business you operate in the public domain and so there are inevitably some public responsibilities that you must fulfil, ranging from environmental requirements to compliance with data protection legislation. These are some of the key responsibilities facing small business owners.
EU to cut red tape for small businesses?
by Adfero | 05 Feb 2009
New proposals put forward by the EU Presidency could see the red tape burden for small firms cut dramatically.
Understanding customer lifecycles and improving sales
by Josh Hall | 02 Feb 2009
All too frequently, marketing is written off by small businesses as expensive and unnecessary. There is a sense that small companies have no need for flashy marketing techniques, particularly when they are selling non-discretionary products and services. Many business owners are also put off by apparently incomprehensible 'marketing speak'.
Landlord bills set to rise - along with rental arrears
by Josh Hall | 28 Jan 2009
2009 is going to be a tough year for landlords. The rise in rental prices that was predicted has, thus far, failed to materialise, while at the same time bills are going up and new mortgage finance is virtually impossible to find.Strapped for cash
Missed opportunities in retail
by Josh Hall | 27 Jan 2009
The contraction of the retail sector has presented problems for a wide range of businesses. Woolworths, that most talismanic of British chains, felt the strain perhaps the most acutely and has ceased to trade altogether. Many others are scaling back their ranges, reining in spending, and concentrating on evergreen product lines that they believe will offer steady, predictable returns.
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