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![Are Entrepreneurs Really Suited to Running a Business?](images/110x80/20446.jpg)
Are Entrepreneurs Really Suited to Running a Business?
Running a business is not the main function of entrepreneurs. There are other factors that come into play such as leadership and management....
![Balance Your Work and Lifestyle](images/110x80/1221.jpg)
Balance Your Work and Lifestyle
Entrepreneurs must ensure they maintain a work-life balance. The right attitude to work and lifestyle benefits business, entrepreneurs, and employees alike....
![Business Mistakes to Avoid](images/110x80/8537.jpg)
Business Mistakes to Avoid
All entrepreneurs make business mistakes at one time or another. These may relate to your customers, your expenses or the process of making money....
![Common Hazards That Can Ruin a Business](images/110x80/8924.jpg)
Common Hazards That Can Ruin a Business
There are a number of hazards that can unexpectedly damage or ruin a business. Among them are natural disasters, product recalls, fire and even IT....
![Decide Whether You Need Staff or Contractors](images/110x80/12494.jpg)
Decide Whether You Need Staff or Contractors
An entrepreneur may need staff, contractors, or both for a business. Deciding who to recruit and why requires an understanding of the employment market....
![Develop an Action Plan for Growth](images/110x80/20993.jpg)
Develop an Action Plan for Growth
If a business is to go from strength to strength, an entrepreneur must have an action plan for business growth....
![Develop Green Policies](images/110x80/17082.jpg)
Develop Green Policies
An entrepreneur must take the environment seriously, and have a sustainable development strategy. The future of business, and the world at large, depends on it....
![How Diversification Can Save a Business](images/110x80/35625.jpg)
How Diversification Can Save a Business
Entrepreneurs should consider diversification. No matter how successful an enterprise is now, diversification can help preserve and build an entrepreneur's wealth long…...
![How to Improve Repeat Business](images/110x80/36665.jpg)
How to Improve Repeat Business
Repeat business can help secure the long-term future of a company. Businesses that treat customers with respect and offer a high quality service gain loyalty in return....
![How to Negotiate Successfully](images/110x80/9000.jpg)
How to Negotiate Successfully
Preparation, confidence and the art of persuasion are vital tools for an entrepreneur to use when taking part in business negotiation....
![How Webmail Can Help Your Business](images/110x80/17153.jpg)
How Webmail Can Help Your Business
Webmail can help the communication strategy of a business by providing a secure, flexible and easy to use alternative to email....
![Keep the Ideas Coming](images/110x80/6747.jpg)
Keep the Ideas Coming
Entrepreneurs who keep the business ideas flowing and maintain a high level of creativity can help ensure a business' success....
![Knowing When to Delegate](images/110x80/4450.jpg)
Knowing When to Delegate
Delegation doesn't always sit well with entrepreneurs but they need to learn this important aspect of management. Delegation skills training can help them - and…...
![Look After Your Staff](images/110x80/17528.jpg)
Look After Your Staff
A successful business is often linked to staff motivation. An entrepreneur who looks after employees achieves loyalty, effective teamwork, and an efficient working…...
![Make Technology Work for You](images/110x80/12150.jpg)
Make Technology Work for You
There's plenty of technology available for entrepreneurs, including the Internet and websites. The trick is to make it work for a business to increase efficiency and…...
![Set High Standards](images/110x80/20162.jpg)
Set High Standards
An entrepreneur who sets high standards for a business helps to maintain business growth and meet investor and customer expectations....
![Stay Aware of Regulations](images/110x80/7631.jpg)
Stay Aware of Regulations
Entrepreneurs have to deal with a lot of regulations in business. The rules cover a vast range of topics that include data protection, insurance, and tax....
![Submitting Tenders for Work](images/110x80/36666.jpg)
Submitting Tenders for Work
Making a bid for work by submitting a tender document is hard work. But the effort can pay off with the award of a long-term, secure contract....
![The Basics of Business Law](images/110x80/11889.jpg)
The Basics of Business Law
Every entrepreneur must know the basics of business law. This applies whether an entrepreneur runs a small business or a major company....
![The Business Benefits of Social Media](images/110x80/36667.jpg)
The Business Benefits of Social Media
Social media websites are a low-cost way of helping a business boost the promotion of its website, products and brand....
![The Pros and Cons of Outsourcing](images/110x80/15277.jpg)
The Pros and Cons of Outsourcing
Outsourcing can save you money, give your enterprise flexibility, and allow you to focus on what you're best at. But outsourcing is a business decision you need to…...
![Tips on Dealing with Recession](images/110x80/18487.jpg)
Tips on Dealing with Recession
In a recession, an entrepreneur must try to ensure income protection for all of those involved in a business venture....
![Using Foreign Manufacturers](images/110x80/36663.jpg)
Using Foreign Manufacturers
Entrepreneurs can cut their costs by using foreign manufacturers to produce goods. Issues to look out for include quality and transport....
![What Role Do Ethics Play in Business?](images/110x80/33999.jpg)
What Role Do Ethics Play in Business?
A company with an ethical code can benefit from higher sales, loyal customers, better staff retention and few if any issues with the law. Ethics can therefore mean…...
![Why UK Entrepreneurs Increasingly Sell to Foreign Markets](images/110x80/16638.jpg)
Why UK Entrepreneurs Increasingly Sell to Foreign Markets
Foreign markets offer significant trade opportunities for UK entrepreneurs. Forecasters such as ITEM predict an annual rise in exports of 8.5%....