Listen here Carrie Stay, co-founder of Clockwork Moggy, shares her journey from aspiring children’s book illustrator to graphic designer. She emphasizes the importance of branding and explains that it goes beyond just a logo. Branding includes mission, goals, values, target audience, and brand positioning. Carrie advises businesses to have a clear strategy and goals in […]
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As an entrepreneur and business leader, I know first-hand the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, especially during the summer when the lure of outdoor adventures and family time is strong. However, I’ve also learned that finding harmony between our professional and personal lives is essential for long-term success, fulfilment, and good mental health.
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A fascinating conversation with Jon Lovell about sales and customer services. Jon Lovell shares his journey from the automotive industry to customer service and sales. He emphasizes the importance of finding solutions to customers’ problems and helping them achieve their goals. He discusses the evolution of his career and the creation of EasiChat, a chatbot
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Some great information in this conversation with Hayley Kingsnorth of Azets Listen here
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The Intricacies of Credit Control: A Journey from Accidental Discovery to Passionate Advocacy In the world of finance, credit control and credit management are critical yet often underappreciated disciplines. Kevin Arlett’s journey into this field was not one of deliberate choice but rather a serendipitous stumble, a narrative not uncommon among professionals in this sector.
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In a recent conversation with a client about the kind of ‘pain points’ they experience in day-to-day business they highlighted their frustration at not being paid on time by some clients. Probing this issue further, they went on to say that the problem was not always a case of not being able to speak with
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Many employment law changes came into effect from April 2024, which could have an impact on your business. H-J Dobbie, Head of HR Consultancy at Azets, explores them below. 1. Holiday for variable hours contracts For holiday years starting in April 2024, businesses can revert to the 12.07% method for calculating holiday entitlement and pay
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Industry accreditation is independent recognition that an organisation meets the requirements of governing industry standards. It is a formal recognition process in which businesses meet predefined criteria and quality standards assessed by an independent accreditation body. Having accreditation as a business provides confidence to customers of the quality, competence, safety and reliability of their accredited
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Business Property Relief (BPR) in the UK is a valuable tax relief designed to support business owners and their families by reducing the burden of Inheritance Tax (IHT). Under Inheritance Tax Act 1984, BPR allows qualifying business assets to be passed on free from IHT either during one’s lifetime or upon death. This relief plays
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Finding a buyer for your business is a bit like trying to find a buyer for your house. One option is to use an agent. However unlike estate agents, most business sales agents want money up front with no guarantee of success. I often work with family-owned businesses when it is the children of the
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