Monthly Archives: October 2016

When starting out in business, you will want to come across to potential suppliers, partners and customers as an established, successful company in your field – to punch above your weight. But before you have made the necessary contacts and sales, it can be difficult to project this image. However, there are a number of
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Here are 9 do’s and don’ts for successful business networking

by Ed Molyneux • October 27, 2016 • 0 Comments

With digital technology becoming an increasingly important part of running a small business, it’s tempting to think that old school working practices are becoming a little outdated. And that’s especially true when it comes to business networking. Social media and digital business forums have fuelled the growth of online networking to the point where old-fashioned
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Biggest interview horrors revealed ahead of Halloween

by Owen Gough • October 27, 2016 • 0 Comments

Four in ten workers (40.3 per cent) have made a huge mistake in an interview, with 8 per cent stating that they had to walk out after things went wrong, according to new research by CV-Library. The study of 1,200 UK workers reveals some of the worst things that people have done in an interview, including
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How to make money from your online video course

by Ben Lobel • October 27, 2016 • 0 Comments

Forbes has valued the online learning industry at $107 billion. You want your slice. You have an idea for a video course that deserves the cherry on top. But how do you get that slice? It seems so far away. Only the professional cake climbers can reach it. You just need to get your grip
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Why small businesses need to be diligent with digital tax returns

by Owen Gough • October 27, 2016 • 0 Comments

The deadline to submit a paper tax return for self assessment is looming (on October 31st). However, the majority of UK businesses have already made the switch over to digital tax returns. This past tax year 89 per cent of customers (9.24 million) opted to use HMRC’s online self assessment service for their tax returns. With
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9 tips for small business owners contemplating a PC purchase

by Ben Lobel • October 27, 2016 • 0 Comments

Making a PC purchase can be a confusing process for a small business owner, who have to contend with a long list of specifications, brands, and prices, not to mention differing online reviews. Here, Dell has put together the top tips for SMEs looking to update their technology. 1. Define the role and select the right solution
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Retail sales report strong growth since September 2015

by Owen Gough • October 27, 2016 • 0 Comments

Retailers report their fastest average growth since September 2015 over the past year, with retail sales expected to expand at similar pace next month, according to the latest CBI monthly distributive trades survey. The survey of 126 firms, of which 60 were retailers, shows that sales for this year are considered to be above average and are
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