In a recent Forbes article that discussed the trends affecting global business in 2016, the so-called ‘connection economy’ topped the list. The connection economy rejects the notion of building assets by industrialism, instead rewarding value created by building relationships and connections. The idea is not a new phenomenon, but it has grown substantially in recent…
As online shopping becomes ever more popular, it’s no surprise that so many small business operations revolve around the sale of physical goods. While it’s relatively easy to start up with this business model, stock storage can soon become a problem, especially for home-based sole traders. Stock Storage At Home Starting small appeals because it…
Want to use your smartphone at work but fearful of doing so in case you get rapped over the knuckles? This may not be the case for much longer, if indeed any longer, as businesses are now moving towards the adoption of BYOD (bring your own devices), which enables workers to use their own smartphones…
Clearly written health and safety policies are an integral part of any business, regardless of what industry you are in. Therefore, you need to take the time to really think about what is necessary to keep your employees safe, and what they need to know in order to remain healthy every day on the job.…
With rent prices in city centres for office blocks reaching all-time highs, more and more businesses are turning to using serviced offices. If you haven’t yet considered them as a solution to your businesses financial problems, here’s five reasons why you should: Flexibility Using serviced offices means that businesses can have more flexibility than ever…
When attending an exhibition, your display needs to be eye-catching and engaging to attract visitors and fend off competitors. For small businesses, it is easy to get lost in the sea of bigger exhibitors. While choosing the right design for your exhibit will be a factor in your level of success, you should also use…
In business there’s always more than one way to do something, and this is no different when it comes to growth and expansion. Growing your business takes a lot of work, from building up your brand to finding new locations where you’re more likely to be successful. While there is a lot to be said…
In order to win in the online business game, small business owners need to understand customer services and how they can provide the best customer service possible. Consumer Regulations in the UK have been regularly changing, which means that UK business owners need to respond to the changes well, so that they can serve customers…
Being a manager for the first time is similar to what a poor deer must experience when being rushed by one of those BMW’s with those hideously-bright purplish “true white” headlights in the dead of night! You’re center-stage with nobody, perhaps just a few people to clap for you once you’re done with your big…
Any seasoned professional in a management role can likely attest to the importance of maintaining a positive work environment that fosters open dialogue, drives productivity and supports team involvement. These attributes encourage company allegiance which, in turn, motivates employees to consistently improve their overall performance and efficiency. However, for novice supervisors, a general lack of…
