A Factsheet from Register at http://www.business111.com for more factsheets By Liz Barclay Sustainability matters. How can small firms afford to make the leap? Businesses are doing it. They’re recycling, reducing waste, keen to switch to sustainable packaging and upgrade to energy-efficient lighting and electric vehicles. The problem for many is that when you startContinue reading “Can My Business Be Green Without Going into the Red?”
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Can I Say No to Family Who Want Freebies?
A Factsheet from Register at http://www.business111.com for more factsheets By Liz Barclay When friends and family assume you’re their free supplier, how do you draw the line?When you’ve worked all weekend to finish a big order and you’re asleep on your feet and a friend texts: “Can you just knock up a birthday cakeContinue reading “Can I Say No to Family Who Want Freebies?”
Do I Need a Website Or Is a Facebook Page Enough?
A Factsheet from Social media is useful but can’t always do the heavy lifting your business needs. You’re busy, juggling jobs, clients, admin and life. When someone asks, “Do you have a website?”, it’s tempting to point them to your Facebook or Instagram page and say, “It’s all there.” You post updates, take bookings,Continue reading “Do I Need a Website Or Is a Facebook Page Enough?”
Should I Take a Second Job to Support the Business?
A Factsheet from Register at http://www.business111.com for more factsheets By Liz Barclay When you run a small business, especially on your own or with a tiny team, it’s tempting to say yes to every job that comes your way. You’re trying to keep the cash flowing, maintain goodwill, and grow your name. But here’sContinue reading “Should I Take a Second Job to Support the Business?”
How to Say No to Bad Business – Without Losing the Customer
A Factsheet from Register at http://www.business111.com for more factsheets By Liz Barclay When you run a small business, especially on your own or with a tiny team, it’s tempting to say yes to every job that comes your way. You’re trying to keep the cash flowing, maintain goodwill, and grow your name. But here’sContinue reading “How to Say No to Bad Business – Without Losing the Customer”