Homelessness charity, Broadway, is appealing for members of the business community to become mentors to its clients who are looking for avenues back into work.
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How Leaders Can Listen with More Empathy
Study after study has shown that listening is critical to leadership effectiveness. So, why are so few leaders good at it?
Start-up advice: which business structure is right for you?
Had enough of the daily slog and looking to take the leap to build your own empire? If you are taking those first steps, looking to start a business or becoming self-employed for the first time – either as a freelance contractor or consultant – one of the key decisions you need to make is what type of business structure to follow.
How to manage working from home
Gary Cattermole is a Director of leading staff survey provider The Survey Initiative, here he looks at the many pros and cons of remote working and also offers his top tips on how to manage it successfully.
European businesses admit customer service failings are hitting bottom line
A BDO report, written by the Economist Intelligence Unit, released today, has for the first time unveiled the impact of poor customer service on European businesses.
Tips for maturing a company
With the giant cogs of the British economy finally whirring back into life, many businesses may see significant growth in 2014.
Top 10 Tips For Exporters
2014 is going to be a big year for British exports. Whether you’re a seasoned exporter or are considering selling products or services abroad for the first time, there are some things that you should know.
Top tips for making your 2014 business plans a success
Latest research from GrowthAccelerator shows that almost three quarters of ambitious SMEs are feeling optimistic about the year ahead, and are planning to invest in marketing and people to fuel growth in 2014. But how can businesses ensure they see a good return on this investment? And what other elements of their business plan should they pay close attention to throughout the year ahead?
10 tips to help you find the best website provider
Often as we enter a New Year, we take time to set out our business goals and identify changes we need to make to achieve them, which might include a review of our current processes and suppliers.
How to get a good work-life balance
Abiding by the ‘work hard, play hard’ ethos seems like an unattainable, unlikely goal. Maintaining a balance between the two is difficult and before you know it, you’ve reached the end of the working week again.
Perfecting ‘Brand You’ for your recruitment process
The current economic climate might mean that there are more potential employees out there, but for an SME on the recruitment drive, this is no reason to be complacent.
5 people you need to befriend if you want your event to run smoothly
Marketing events can be a fun and informal way to get to know your clients and prospects a little better. In addition a seamless event demonstrates the ability of your company to organise and execute your plans… if the event is well-executed, that is.
Spread a little happiness at work in 2014
The start of the New Year is often the time people start assessing their careers and consider making a change.
How to Write an Executive Summary
Here’s how to write a summary that will get your business plan read, and your foot in the door.
Overcoming the Barriers to Confidence
To get a more confident You in the new year — or a more confident company, community, family, or team — first know what gets in the way.
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