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Article Archive - June 2010
Top 6 tips for small business office design
by Josh Hall | 30 Jun 2010
Office design is amongst the key factors affecting employee mood and productivity. This might seem over the top, but it is not; building a pleasant working environment is a key responsibility for any business owner.
Apprenticeships - here to help your business
by Josh Hall | 29 Jun 2010
Apprenticeships are a useful but often overlooked tool. They can help you to develop a uniquely well-trained workforce, perfectly qualified to contribute to your business – and in an efficient, cost-effective manner.
Asset-based lending - what is it and how can it help my business?
by Josh Hall | 29 Jun 2010
Business finance is difficult to come by. Despite a general improvement in the economic climate, viable and exciting firms across the country continue to find themselves stifled by a lack of credit. Asset-based lending provides these businesses with a scalable, efficient way of accessing the cash they need.
Dealing with rising rates – a guide for landlords and business owners
by Josh Hall | 25 Jun 2010
Interest rates have now been at their record low of 0.5 per cent for 15 consecutive months. This unprecedented situation, which came about as a result of the government and Bank of England’s attempts to stimulate the economy, has been very good news for those with mortgages or business loans. Borrowing has been cheap, and many landlords and business owners have enjoyed relatively low repayments on their debt.
5 great shoestring marketing campaigns
by Josh Hall | 25 Jun 2010
Small business owners are constantly on the hunt for cheap, effective marketing ideas. Tight budgets, particularly within start-ups, mean that many firms shy away from marketing altogether – often constricting their growth.
The Emergency Budget 2010: what it means for your business
by Josh Hall | 23 Jun 2010
Chancellor George Osborne today served the British people a very bitter pill indeed. Widespread cuts to public services, major reductions to benefit payments, significant tax increases, and a downward revision of UK growth forecasts have combined to create something rather unpleasant.
World Cup – stay on the ball to protect your business
by Josh Hall | 16 Jun 2010
The World Cup brings both good and bad news for British business owners. Despite England's disappointing performance, the world’s biggest sporting event can be a significant boon to retailers, publicans, and other business owners.
Businesses urged not to get caught offside during World Cup
by Rosie Beasley | 09 Jun 2010
Businesses who are using the world cup to boost business over the summer should take care not to breach any copyright rules.
Guerilla marketing for small businesses
by Josh Hall | 08 Jun 2010
Of all the new fields of marketing to have emerged over the past couple of decades, guerrilla marketing is certainly one of the most talked about. Designed as a way of producing high-impact, creative campaigns on a limited budget, it has huge potential for small businesses that are yet to establish themselves.
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