With lockdown forcing many people into furlough or redundancy, the thought of turning a personal passion into a startup has never been more tempting.
Category: Scaling Up Your Solo Business
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Four step test to take your business to the next level post-covid from award winning CEO coach, Peter Ryding
Take ten minutes of your time to read and apply this four step test. You’ll need a piece of paper and a pen. Nice and simple.
Never make forecasts, especially about the future
If you could predict with absolute certainty the exact moment each opportunity in your company’s sales pipeline would convert into an order, wouldn’t life be marvellous.
September furlough changes – what you need to know
For many employers, August would have been the start of a very important period of post-coronavirus economic recovery.
Angela Podmore on when and how to market your business through a recession
With the UK officially in recession, the current financial state of the UK raises many poignant questions surrounding marketing.
Why some entrepreneurs are awarded an OBE
Entrepreneurs sometimes find recognition for their successful startups in the arms of the Queen’s Honours list.
What can UK workplaces learn from China?
As UK employees start to return to the workplace as COVID-19 lockdown measures ease further, what can businesses learn from China’s recovery?
What is CBILS, and how can I apply for it?
The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme, delivered through 60+ British Business Bank accredited lenders, is designed to support the continued provision of finance to UK SMEs during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Business versus personal leasing: What should you consider for your company
With more employees looking to avoid public transport during the pandemic, businesses and consumers are considering other options to get about – including vehicle leasing.
Managing your team through a small screen
More companies are switching to remote workflows due to COVID-19 and the added benefits it offers. But how can you manage a team through a small screen?
Indecent Proposals
This is a subject that I have written about before, but it cropped up again during a conversation with someone I spoke to recently for the first time in a while.
Government announces £20 Million support grant for SMEs
A new £20 million support programme has recently been announced to help boost the recovery of small businesses in the UK.
Promoting your e-commerce business on social media
Growing your business online can take a while. It’s often a slow process that requires careful planning to ensure that you reach the right audience.
Love me tender
There are quite a few things to consider when responding to a tender (RFI, RFP, feel free to insert your own initialisation).
Business growth in a nutshell: 5 key challenges to overcome
Starting a business is a huge accomplishment for most entrepreneurs. Not only that but in most cases, it’s the fulfillment of a lifetime dream.
