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A Factsheet from Your suppliers are a hugely important part of your business. Whether they provide raw materials, finished products, specialist services, or everyday essentials, they can make or break your ability to deliver to your customers. Good suppliers help you grow; poor ones can cost you time, money, and reputation. Choosing and managing themContinue reading “Choosing and Managing Suppliers”

A Factsheet from When an unexpected expense hits: a vital piece of equipment fails, a major client pulls out, or you face an unexpected tax bill, it can stop a small business in its tracks. Without a safety net, you may be forced to take on expensive credit, delay payments to suppliers, lose valuable employeesContinue reading “Building a Business Emergency Fund”

A Factsheet from Rising energy prices have been hitting small businesses hard. From cafés and salons to workshops and offices, gas and electricity bills can eat into already slim margins. In some cases, they’ve doubled or tripled in just a couple of years. But reducing your usage doesn’t have to mean compromising service or quality.Continue reading “Cutting Energy Costs Without Cutting Quality”

                A Factsheet from  When money is tight, marketing is often the first thing small business owners cut. But without marketing, potential customers may never find you — and sales will dry up. The good news? Effective marketing doesn’t have to break the bank. Register at http://www.business111.com for more factsheets By Liz Barclay Know YourContinue reading “Marketing: Attracting Customers on a Budget”

              A Factsheet from Technology can boost productivity, cut costs, and help you compete. However it’s vital to choose the right tools for you and therein lies the dilemma. How do you know what to spend your money on? What’s the problem you’re trying to solve. Too many businesses pay for software they barelyContinue reading “Business Technology: Choosing the Right Tools”