In the classic 1980s advert below, the point is made that one industry that is likely to remain buoyant no matter what the market is doing is that of pottery and ceramics. After all, as Maureen Lipman’s character suggest people will always need plates! Of course, succeeding in today’s market with your own ceramic business…
If you are running a business alone, chances are that you will need to ensure that you are able to prioritize your tasks and learn how to outsource, scale-up, and strategize. Every business owner faces daunting tasks, such as keeping on top of their finances, managing their social media, and doing other boring admin jobs….
As a manager, health and safety HAS to be on your mind. It’s your job to put your staff first at all times, and that means providing them with a clean and safe office environment. Hence why a large amount of your monthly budget goes towards office cleaners. You certainly wouldn’t like to face the…
There are so many things you are going to need to take into account when it comes to improving your employees and helping them reach their full potential. The bottom line is that a company is only as good as its employees. So, not only does this mean you need to hire well, but also…
If you have a physical business space, your floor plan and store layout always matter. They decide whether customers come through those doors or not. They’re also the things which dictate whether you’re in keeping with things like health and safety. You could say, then, that getting this right is fundamental. But, have you ever…
To some, the entrepreneurial life may seem like a dream. But it may also feel too far away. Like a secret club, they just can’t get into. When in reality, anybody can become an entrepreneur, go freelance, or start a business, if they choose. Sometimes, it’s just in your mind. Those thoughts and fears and…
Are you a freelancer? Maybe you’re stuck in a 9 to 5, dead-end job at the moment, and you’ve got a side hustle to keep you going for the time being; would you want to take that on full time one day? Are you worried you won’t be able to make ends meet if you…
Almost every business needs to collect and store information, in both physical and digital forms. You’ll create, send, and receive things like purchase orders, contracts, invoices, and process documentation. Keeping valuable documentation in your office that needs to be protected, requires a lot of safety measures to prevent it from theft. There are many ways…
For some people, setting up a business means going into a partnership with a friend or professional contact. There can be numerous reasons why partnering up with someone can be very advantageous in the world of business. It gives you the chance to pool your money together so that you can take advantage of a…
Opting to be your own boss instead of answering to someone else is appealing. However, it’s important to know that there are a lot of responsibilities that come along with it. You won’t have anyone else to turn to when there’s an issue. You’re the one who’s expected to take care of everything from human…