Business Essentials: Leading People

By Paul Gibbins on Dec 16, 2020 8:15:00 AM

A team working together

Leading People You start a business because you have a great idea to bring to market. You don’t start one to have dozens, maybe hundreds of people working for you. But if things go well, then at some point you are likely to find yourself with a team around you; perhaps you already have. So how do yo …

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Business Essentials: Reducing Business Costs

By Paul Gibbins on Dec 9, 2020 8:00:00 AM

Cost Control Reducing costs is an important factor in improving profitability and preserving cash in your business. Every business should regularly review its costs to ensure money is not being wasted. However, the current economic downturn makes this an essential task. How should you approach cost …

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Business Essentials: Critical Business Friend

By Paul Gibbins on Dec 2, 2020 8:30:00 AM

The Critical Business Friend Anyone who runs their own business knows that it can be a lonely place to be. Who do you share your ideas and plans with? Who challenges you and highlights areas of improvement in your business? An independent expert can be the perfect critical friend for you and your bu …

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