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Has your small business ever sold anything to China? If not, don’t be surprised if you do in the near future. You probably already know that the spending power of China’s rising middle class is changing the global retail landscape forever, but you may be surprised at how enthusiastic they are about spending their earnings…
Comes with enormous responsibility. The failure, the success, or a somewhat tacky mix of both- whatever result that your team achieves, they say, is a direct result of your leadership. At one time I really hated to think that having a successful team was all up to me- after all people came around with their…
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is increasingly in the limelight these days, especially since social media has given businesses a platform with which to appear more ‘human’. Facebook and Twitter are not only good marketing tools; they can offer companies the opportunity to interact directly with customers, and instantly address any bad PR in an appropriate…
Top 5 Tips posts from the SME Blog are always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. 1. LinkedIn is a great way to make connections and maintain business relationships. It is the most professional of all the social networks and as such should be used differently to your company…
Anybody who watches the news cannot have failed to notice the chaos that has been caused by extreme weather over the last few years. But behind every news item like the super-storm Sandy in the US or the floods in the UK is the often unreported story of the knock-on effects it has had for…
Time and money have always been a major consideration for businesses, even more so in the current financial climate. With budgets tight, many companies are looking to trim back expenditure by reducing travel costs, slashing marketing budgets and even downsizing the number of staff. Company conferences and events have also seen financial cuts. However current…
Top 5 Tips posts from the SME Blog are always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. 1. Preparation can help you stay positive in your business because it allows you to cope with whatever the world throws at you. To be prepared you should make an effort to stay…
Stretching your budgets into the realms of SEO and online marketing can often be tricky. That being said you don’t have to spend a penny on your online marketing efforts if you don’t want too, with just a little time and some creativity you can do wonders for your online presence and overall visibility within…
For most small businesses, the phrase ‘think big’ is an often used mantra. As a result, the temptation to overspend on company computers and state-of-the-art technology can be huge. However, with a whole range of other overheads to consider – from utility bills to keeping the staff room stocked with supplies – it’s actually advisable…
Twitter, Facebook, websites, blogs – just how many choices are there nowadays to get your business message across, your opinions aired? What an extraordinary publishing age we are living through which is light and dark at the same time. There are so many soapboxes to choose from and we can all be heard. But a…
