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Richard Branson's 3 steps to quitting your job

Richard Branson on how to quit your day job and start up in business for yourself.
Posted on: 11.02.14
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Looking to raise finance? Banks are not your only option

Raising finance can be a difficult task and with the media often reporting banks not lending, we take a look at alternative sources of finance. This blog provides an insight into the types of lending...
Posted on: 14.01.14
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Do you have the skills to be a good manager?

Being a manager can be a fulfilling and rewarding role, but if you don't have the skills to manage, motivate and influence your team, then it can be really tough. Read our guide to help you identify...
Corrine Hines
Corrine Hines
Business West
Posted on: 08.01.14
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How To Grow Your Service Firm: The Expert (Part 1 of 6)

People hate buying from a 'follower' or an 'also-ran' but love buying from an expert... whether you are an accountant, a homeopath or a plumber. So what does an expert do? Read more in part one of...
Robert Craven
Robert Craven
The Director's Centre
Posted on: 08.01.14
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How to stop blending in on LinkedIn and get noticed

Your LinkedIn profile is your professional shop window. Does your profile stand out? Here are 10 proven tips for a more compelling profile.
Greg Cooper
Greg Cooper
Front of Mind Coaching
Posted on: 08.01.14
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How to recycle and manage waste in the office

An organised office will help you run a successful business and ensuring excess rubbish doesn't clutter the workspace is a key part of this.
Tim Brown
Tim Brown
ImRubbish
Posted on: 08.01.14
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What can business leaders learn from Nelson Mandela's life?

Following hours of time spent in conversation with Nelson Mandela, author Richard Stengel wrote 'Mandela's Way', identifying 15 points of wisdom that represent Mandela's approach to his life. We...
Susie Parker
Susie Parker
Business West
Posted on: 13.12.13
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Franchising - a strategy for growth

Franchising strategies are a great way to enumerate and deliberate strategies to grow franchise brand.
Paul O'Collins
Paul O'Collins
EEN South West
Posted on: 11.12.13
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Recruiting the right candidates for your business

One of the toughest and most competitive boxes to tick in this business quest is Talent. Finding the right candidates for your business is possibly one of the most time consuming and costly processes...
Mark Bevans
Mark Bevans
We Love 9am
Posted on: 06.12.13
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