Drop shipping – the cheap way to get inventory
October 16, 2009 by Belinda NnokaIf you have been browsing the internet for a while searching for a business opportunity, the chances are you would have come across drop shipping. In the retail industry, this is becoming something of... read more
Make way for e-business
July 6, 2009 by Emma JonesOnline spending is growing rapidly in the UK. E-commerce in 2009 will be worth over £20bn and, experts say, by 2013, online spending will make up for 10% of total retail sales. If you have a product to... read more
Trading online and crossing borders
June 8, 2009 by Emma JonesAs the European elections come to a close and World Trade Week www.worldtradeweekuk.com begins, what better time than the present to look at the possibilities of selling products and services overseas.... read more
Mastermind Groups to accelerate your success
May 11, 2009 by Jack CanfieldWe all know that two heads are better than one when it comes to solving a problem or creating a result. So imagine having a permanent group of five or six people who meet every week for the purpose of... read more
Business Attitude or Business Ability: Which will get you through the credit crunch?
March 20, 2009 by Karen SkidmoreWhy? Because I think your business mindset is far more powerful and has a far greater influence over your ability to succeed than your business background or experience. I believe business is an attitude.... read more
DIY Business Review – Copywriting, media releases and marketing collateral
March 12, 2009 by Penelope HerbertWhen it comes to marketing your product and services, your message needs to ‘resonate’ with your target audience. What this means is that your target audience (customers and potential customers)... read more
Do what you do best and outsource the rest
March 2, 2009 by Emma JonesNever has this piece of advice been more relevant. You went in to business to do the things you most enjoy. When you enjoy something, you’re good at it and that, in turn, attracts loyal customers. Keep... read more
DIY Business Review – Getting to grips with your competition
February 25, 2009 by Penelope HerbertThis is the fourth article in the fabulous DIY business review series provided for us by Penelope Herbert. These questions can really help you move your business forward. A very good thing to remember... read more
DIY Business Review – Asking the tough questions
February 5, 2009 by Penelope HerbertThis is a five-part series will help you to ask penetrating questions about your own business and give you the framework to complete a thought-provoking picture enabling you to develop a business marketing... read more
Why business planning is not just for startups
January 22, 2009 by Alan GleesonOne of the greatest misconceptions about business planning is that a business plan is useful only for start-ups. While start-up companies are indeed one significant segment of business planners, business... read more






