With all the news in the present time regarding the “Big” Supermarkets such as Tesco and Sainsbury’s planning to open miniature versions of their stores, is it risky to open your own corner shop? Well let me tell you. Even though the big supermarkets are very successful at that level, it’s a different story when [...]
Whichever business you are in, you can use the time and situation of the world to your advantage. For example, If you hear in the news that petrol prices are going to be pushed to a new high, then if your business uses many vehicles, you can fill all of them up before the prices [...]
The title of this post may seem a waste of time however please read if you’re a business, for many businesses out there don’t simply know how to purchase office furniture, and end in paying thousands of pounds more than they should have. I will mention a few points: If you plan to buy [...]
Today’s post is regarding the installation of an air conditioning system for your business. Straight to the big question: Will it save you money? Well… Yes and no, depending on your business. If you’re a start up business in the UK, Europe or in any other country where the sun us nigh, then Air Condition [...]
A quick one today. Alongside your main services, also offer another service, something that is totally unrelated to your main service. Offer this service for other customers and clients who are not your main target. Why? Well, why not? Think about it, if you have a source of revenue coming into the business, even if [...]
Many businesses do not see the benefits of promotional merchandise. To them, this is just another avenue to “burn” your cash. Well, these people are fools. How can promotional merchandise help your business grow in size and revenue? Well, read on… Amongst the major benefits: Your first What do I mean by this? When a [...]
Is opening a shop/business next to a competitor a good thing? Surely, you will lose business right? Wrong. Look at the big ones. KFC, Asda, Game, PC World, etc. Whenever they open a new store, it’s normally in a location where their competitors are, or a known, popular location. Why? Because their competitors have already [...]
What do I mean? Whenever you start in business, always, ALWAYS, remember that in the initial years (in most cases), your business will be very slow. A sign to look out for is: Do you see an increase in your business? Even if it be 1% in a year. This is a very good sign [...]
Ever thought of it? If you travel quite a bit around the world – especially to the Far East to places such as those small villages in China and Japan, then you could make a very good business out of this. Buying going to these places and buying Tea (These are the best going) from [...]
Have you ever been in the need of having your house key duplicated? I’m sure when you did, you started to think where to go? Timpson’s is too far. The places in the town centre are too far. I wish I could do this locally! Now think, how simple is it to introduce Key-Cutting into [...]