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03-Oct-2008 08:29
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This is a really interesting question and one that I could get on a soapbox to address as I feel very passionate about. Even in small businesses there needs to be careful measurements for all work activities - not for any draconian reason, simply to understand what is working well and what needs changing or adjusting to provide better results. In the original posting Martin felt that winning the deal was a "success" I would counter argue that it is only a "success if the product is...
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Sharing your success stories
Business success. We all want it. But what does success mean to you? Is it about expanding internationally, or is it about innovation? And what part can your bank play in helping you achieve it?
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Oct 3, 2008 08:29 AM
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Start-Up Stars Expert Forum
Start-Up Stars is Britain's premier awards for new businesses. Talk about your business issues with previous Start-Up Stars finalists.
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Aug 20, 2008 03:34 PM
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Starting your business
Suggested topics for discussion:
Market research, Pricing, Marketing, Purchasing, Selling, Business names, Book-keeping, Premises, Insurance, Finance, Strategy, Business plan ... and more
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Oct 12, 2008 07:21 PM
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Growing your business
Suggested topics for discussion:
Sales strategy,
Sales technique,
Negotiating sales,
Purchasing,
Creating a brand,
Marketing,
Direct mail,
Advertising,
Customers,
Tax and NI,
Employment law,
Recruitment,
Health and safety,
Stress management,
KPIs ... and more
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Oct 12, 2008 12:04 PM
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People issues
Employing staff, people issues in the workplace, how to deal with a skills shortage, people v. alternative resources ... and more
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Oct 11, 2008 09:10 PM
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Expanding overseas
If you are looking to increase your sales, many businesses choose to expand overseas.
However, trading in new international markets will create a range of issues for your business, which can be different to those experienced by a UK only based business.
Key issues for businesses to consider when looking to expand overseas include:
Financing imports, Financing exports and Protecting your business
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Oct 12, 2008 05:19 PM
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Buying commercial property
Buying your own business premises can provide you with terrific opportunities to grow your business – it can also present you with a number of challenges. When you decide the time is right to invest in property, you'll need to ask yourself a number of questions.
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Oct 2, 2008 08:45 PM
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Franchising
Franchising gives you the chance to own and run a business under an established brand, with a proven format and business systems.
A well established franchise will provide all the essential elements for a successful business except one – you, the owner.
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Sep 17, 2008 04:45 PM
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International business
Doing business internationally presents special challenges, from sorting out the logistical problems of organising long-distance deliveries to working out how to communicate with someone who doesn't speak the same language.
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Oct 10, 2008 11:41 AM
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Managing cashflow
Managing your working capital is one of, if not the most, important aspects of business survival and prosperity.
Use this forum thread to discuss improving cashflow and avoiding cashflow problems.
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Oct 12, 2008 04:56 PM
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Technology
Hardware, software, IT issues and recommendations, moving your business online, making the most of the web ... and more
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Oct 11, 2008 04:44 PM
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Green business issues
Green is good – good for the environment and, if you get it right, good for business. Discuss more about how to effectively create, manage and promote environmental best practice for all aspects of your firm.
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Oct 9, 2008 05:04 PM
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