Depression, anxiety and stress now account for the majority of days lost due to work-related ill health in the UK. Statistics recently published by the Government show that around 300,000 people with mental health problems will leave their jobs each year and that this is costing the UK economy around £99bn each year. Paul Farmer, […]
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Business advice to help you grow your SME and small & medium sized company and help you grow your company
Why small business need to think global
If you are the owner or CEO of a business that is moderate in size, growth is likely always on your mind.
Businesses risk security breach due to document sensitivity blindspot
One third of businesses managers and owners don’t consider invoices to be sensitive enough to destroy, new research shows. New research shows that only 67.5 per cent of businesses considered invoices to be worthy of secure destruction, highlighting that 32.5 per cent show little concern about confidential information between supplier and customer falling into the […]
Considering freelancing in 2018?
For some, a new year means a fresh start and can give rise to new ideas, new goals and new plans both at home and at work. And if you got that heart sink feeling when you went back to work on January 2nd perhaps it’s time to take a look at your career options. Today, […]
The benefits of invoice factoring
If you run a business, you will already know the issues that can arise when cash flow problems occur.
New Year Resolutions for Small Businesses
For small business owners the start of the year is a great time to reflect on the past twelve months and prepare for the year ahead.
Data: Employees and businesses want the same thing
James Eiloart, SVP EMEA at Tableau, explores the opportunity for businesses to embrace data skills now and get real benefits
Can blended learning help your business?
Hiring highly educated and trained staff is what every SME aims for – but can you afford it?
Mental health and the workplace
The impact of stress, anxiety and depression in the workplace is something that organisations can no longer afford to ignore.
4 tips for making money from property investment
Bricks and mortar are one of the safest and most traditional forms of investing. Property has stood the test of time, and everyone understands the value of land and structures.
How to get ahead before the Christmas break
With Christmas just a week away, it’s time to prevent any potential fallout by putting measures in place.
Should you dropship some of your inventory?
As a business owner, there are several decisions you must make about the company you create.
Managing festive absences
As we approach the festive season and 2017 draws towards a close, the question of holidays, seasonal illness and increased absence rates once again rears its head.
Five of the costliest human errors in business
The cost of human error can vary across industries, and trying to account for those errors can be even more complicated to predict.
Ten ways for employers to keep staff motivated in the run up to Christmas
Christmas is a busy time for businesses owners who are planning ahead for next year and often dealing with reduced staffing levels due to sickness and last minute end of year holiday requests.
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