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Also known as Digital Out of Home Advertising (DOOH), according to a technical SEO audit service I was speaking to recently, digital signage is a display that utilises technology like LED, LCD, e-paper, and projection. It functions as a means… Continue Reading →
Remember, a promotional item doesn’t have to be expensive to be valued by your customers. To be of interest to today’s discerning, eco-conscious market, promos must be seen to offer value and utility. The following hot trends will satisfy both… Continue Reading →
Quite a lot of businesses fail to deliver their projects on time. And many of them often experience project failure. According to a study by PricewaterhouseCoopers, only 2.5% of companies successfully complete 100% of their projects.
One of the main reasons why most of the projects fail is poor planning. That’s because as many project managers simply jump in a project without taking the time to carefully plan every step of the way and ensure that everything is going to run smoothly.
How is your success rate when it comes to delivering your projects? Do you manage to deliver them on time and within budget? Are all of your projects actually reaching the finish line? Check the questions in the full article and if any one of your answers is negative, then there is definitely room for change and improvement in your project management skills and process.
Running a small business will always have its ups and downs and whilst the failure rate is high – for instance in the UK 40% of all small businesses fail within the first 5 years the actual number of small businesses is high. With over 5 million SMEs in the UK the success rate means there are at least 3 million businesses running successfully.
Small business owners experience many challenges while building a business from scratch. Every action they take reflects on the business’s progress. This begins with selecting the right small business idea, setting up the right infrastructure, hiring talented staff members and making sure that the management of staff goes well. Anything can go wrong with any one of these tasks and it is unlikely the business owner will have experience in all these areas.
Increasingly too businesses are using freelancers and other self-employed personnel for critical business functions. That is nothing new and has worked well in many organisations over the years, whether on a temporary basis, for example agency staff in care homes to fill staffing gaps or on an introductory basis where a live-in care company introduces live-in carers to prospective clients but then the contract is between carer and client (see liveincarehub.co.uk)
So businesses can be successful, and one success factor is providing the right environment for the employees or those who work on a freelance/self-employed basis. This is why, we have produced a guide that will help you hire the best team members and manage them effectively for your business project.
If there is one thing that most business owners can agree on; it is the fact that they hate taxes. Of course, no one likes feeling like they are giving money away. However, this is not the only problem. Company… Continue Reading →
When just starting up your business, it is not uncommon for mistakes to be made, especially if this is your first company. After all, you are on somewhat of a learning adventure. If you make a mistake, you simply need to acknowledge where you have gone wrong and do your best to rectify the problem. Nevertheless, there are some common start-up errors that can cause huge problems for your business. These are the types of problems that you really need to try and avoid altogether. With that being said, read on to discover some of the common start-up errors that could kill your business.
Selecting an unsuitable investor
You may discover a decrease in your cash reserves once your business begins to gain some traction. When in growth mode, you may need to apply for a loan or raise outside capital. There is one important rule to keep in mind, and this is the fact that not all cash is equal. There are a whole range of different types of loans available and other ways to raise funds and all have advantages and disadvantages so scrutinise all potential deals to make sure they are 100 per cent suitable for your situation.
Choosing the wrong premises
For some businesses it is essential to have a certain type of premises in the right location. For instance a high-end retail outlet is unlikely to be successful on an industrial estate, similarly the clients of a high value services company would expect to be able to visit suitable upmarket offices. But many businesses do not require these sorts of expensive premises and could save money by using self-storage units instead of expensive warehouses or be based in a business hub rather than committing to a long term rental of dedicated office space. There will be plenty of time for smart locations once your business is a success so don’t waste money now where you don’t need to.
In order to be an excellent leader you must have a high degree of emotional intelligence. Here we look at using emotional intelligence to improve your leadership skills. To be able to set up and successfully grow a business, leadership… Continue Reading →
While there are many benefits associated with running a family business, this type of firm also has its unique set of problems and challenges. People often like doing business with family firms, as they feel they get a more personal… Continue Reading →
Nowadays, the success of any business is largely dependant on their marketing campaign. After all, you can have the best product on the market or the best service in your sector, but if no one knows about it, you are not going to get very far. The trouble is that there are so many marketing options to choose from, a lot of which are expensive, and no one wants to spend their money on something if the results aren’t guaranteed. Keeping that in mind, below we have put together some top tips and marketing suggestions for SMEs.
It is always a good idea to team up with other companies that are related to the services you provide, however, are not a direct competitor. You can then discuss and share experiences of sales training courses for your sales team for example. Or you can embark on joint projects together, from promotional giveaways to special events. This means twice as much notice, as you are going to be introduced to all of the other company’s customers, which are no doubt going to be interested in what you have to provide.
The cost of data security breaches in the UK has doubled, causing the government to urge businesses to take action. Nowadays, the average cost of the most serious online breaches is almost one and a half million pounds. When you… Continue Reading →
When speaking about the importance of business communication, some of the most successful business people (like Warren Buffett and Richard Branson) have said that being able to communicate effectively is the most valuable skill in any business environment. In this… Continue Reading →
The paperless office predicted back in the 1970’s still seems a long way off as organisations are required to store more and more documentation for legal or regulatory reasons such as privacy laws. And whilst many documents can be stored… Continue Reading →
Project management errors can result in lost money, time, and trust. Errors can pull you further away from attaining your goals, and, unfortunately, mistakes are not uncommon when it comes to project management. After all, project management skills are not… Continue Reading →
Are your sales figures consistently below your forecasts? Do you feel there’s something else you should be doing to improve you company’s bottom line? Effective marketing strategies are at the heart of every successful business, but not all marketing techniques… Continue Reading →
The importance of communication when it comes to project management cannot be emphasised enough. If you do not know how to communicate effectively, it is impossible for targets to be reached. This is especially the case when you consider the… Continue Reading →
We all know that email marketing is a fantastic tool for small businesses. How great? A recent study said that for some firms, ROI for email marketing was up to 38:1. Use this guide to get your email marketing plan… Continue Reading →
If there is one thing that all businesses hate, it is paying tax! But, unfortunately, we all need to do so. Nevertheless, this does not mean that you cannot cut your tax bill. There are many companies that are paying… Continue Reading →
No matter what type of business you run, whether it be financial company or one that deals SEO health checks, project management will play a significant role. The software development industry is one that is booming at present, and it… Continue Reading →
No matter if you work in a successful technical SEO company or an international corporation, project management is going to be one of the key components to success. While a lot of businesses recognise this, they do not invest in… Continue Reading →
It does not matter what type of business you run, one thing you need to keep on top of is your accounts. Financial mistakes can be extremely costly. Keeping that in mind, read on to discover some of the most… Continue Reading →
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