Entelliz Limited is a company registered in England and Wales (Registration Number 4505969)
Website © 2007-09 Entelliz Limited; Images © 2007 Jupiterimages Corporation
Website © 2007-09 Entelliz Limited; Images © 2007 Jupiterimages Corporation
STOP PRESS......
The UK's most exciting business competition is now open
A first prize package worth £50,000 is up for grabs to the UK small business that can make a perfect pitch and prove they’ve got the most innovative ideas.
Run by online publishers Sift Media, The Pitch 2009 is a nationwide hunt for the UK’s best business brains. You don't have to be up and trading to enter, but you do need to be able to demonstrate a credible business plan and prove that there is a market for your product or service. If you think you have what it takes to enter, start writing your pitch!
The Pitch 2009 offers a fantastic opportunity for a deserving entrepreneurial innovator to be crowned Britain's best small business. Supporting new talent is crucial during challenging economic times and we are very pleased to be providing a helping hand
For more info and to download application, please click here.
JOIN THE DEBATE
Start-up issues
Lots to think about when starting a business, but is it possible to point to the issue that is most important for a young business? A well constructed business plan, strong marketing, management skills, etc? Join the debate...
BUSINESS ARTICLE
Advertising Yourself: Building a Personal Brand through Social Networks
Learn how to use online social networking tools such as Facebook and Twitter to increase your contacts and tap into possible customers or clients.
According to Wharton experts and others, developing a personal brand can be as important for a financial advisor as for a rock musician.
NEWSFLASH of the WEEK
Government announces trade credit insurance cover for business
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson has launched a scheme providing up to £5bn of additional trade credit insurance to businesses who have suffered reductions in their level of cover. This will be delivered as part of the Working Capital Scheme and will help mitigate the cash flow constraints caused by the withdrawal of trade credit insurance cover and constraints on the provision of working capital that this withdrawal has created.
From May 1 until December 31 this year, UK businesses will be able to purchase six months' 'top-up' insurance from the Government if credit limits on their UK customers are reduced. The qualifying window will be backdated to include any reductions since April 1.
The scheme comes in response to growing concern from businesses across all sectors of the economy that reductions in the value of insurance cover create pressure on suppliers to shorten payment terms, and can place additional pressure on businesses' working capital facilities.
MANAGEMENT TIP of the WEEK
Seize Downturn Opportunities
Even recession has a silver lining; exploiting it can help you cope better in the economic downturn and secure you lasting competitive advantages, too. If your company is well-positioned, consider these:
1) Now may be the time to hire people who can take your organization to the next level, as salaries and contractor's fees become cheaper.
2) If you are cash-positive, take advantage of the buyer's market. Consider making acquisitions now when some good companies come "on sale."
3) Reinforce what makes your company stand out. Increase your market share by sharpening marketing messages while your competitors may not be in a position to do so.
4) Ask your customer why they do or don't buy your products and about their purchase experiences. Ask them what steps they take to a find the product they need and what obstacles they meet on the way. Understanding their answers will help you create and market products that your customers truly want.
RECOMMENDED EVENT
Develop Your Tendering Skills
Date: 14 May 2009
Venue: Thistle Hotel, Bristol
Fee: £120
The "Develop Your Tendering Skills Roadshow" is a must for small to medium sized businesses new to public sector tendering or looking to improve their chances of succeeding in selling to this market. The Roadshow will help you by taking you through the preparation, evaluation and presentation stages of tendering to aid you in developing your responses.
To register please visit www.supply2.gov.uk or call 0845 270 7085.
Main page | Business Advice Online | Management Coaching | Business Consulting
FAQ | Term & conditions | Job opportunities | Partnering | Accessibility
FAQ | Term & conditions | Job opportunities | Partnering | Accessibility
Call us on 08450-56-96-36
Entelliz Weekly Newsletter - week 18, 2009