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In his role as an independent business consultant, Paul works closely with his clients to enable them to focus on their business with clarity thus helping them not only to achieve their professional goals but also realise their full potential on a more personal level too. Sixteen years in the business banking sector has provided a solid foundation upon which to draw.

What is the Purpose of a Business Website?

Your business website is an integral part of a larger marketing plan. It is therefore important to understand the purpose it must play. Your website is usually the cornerstone of an online marketing plan, providing a presence for your business. It’s the online equivalent of owning a high street shop or prominent office. On many […]


5 Ways To Significantly Improve Your Business Plan

What can you do to significantly improve your business plan, subsequently increasing your chances of securing any required finance? Over the years I’ve written a lot of business plans and to date, have a 100% success rate in obtaining finance for my clients. I say this not to impress you, but to offer some assurance […]


5 Questions To Answer Before You Start Your Own Business

At the time of writing this article, the UK is in lockdown again and the number of new cases of Covid-19 are still incredibly high… So, why write an article about starting your own business? January is usually deemed a time for new beginnings. Most of us make resolutions in January in the hope our […]


7 Strategies To Help You Prepare For A Covid-19 Black Friday

With Covid-19 continuing to sweep through the country, and the focus shifting once again towards lockdown, it would be easy to miss the opportunities presented to most businesses at this time.  Covid-19 has changed so many aspects of our lives. The enforced lockdown in early 2020 changed many people’s buying habits. No longer could we […]


Managing Staff Holiday Entitlement During Times Of COVID-19

As we push deeper into the second half of this unprecedented year, employers are now potentially facing different challenges due to the implications of staff returning to work with unused holiday entitlement. How might this clash with rebuilding their business? Some businesses remained open throughout lockdown, with many operating under the requirement to provide products […]


The IT Security Implications Of Working From Home

The lockdown caused by COVID-19 has brought about a significant shift in the way companies are utilising their workforce and for many, the possibility of working from home may become more permanent as things ease. Making greater use of IT is smart thinking. The forced lockdown will have resulted in two different scenarios, with both […]


How To Obtain Finance Under The Government Bounce Back Loan Scheme

While COVID-19 forced many businesses to temporarily close, it’s important to be thinking positively about the easing of lockdown and return to work. As I write this, some industries such as retail have already been given the green light and resumed trading from 15th June. For others, particularly within the hospitality and leisure industries, there […]


How To Restart A Business Impacted By COVID-19 Part 2

In Part 1, you discovered how it’s possible for your business to recover from COVID-19, especially if you already have the three key traits to business success. For easy reference, these are: A good product or service Engagement Constant improvement What if your business doesn’t have these key business success traits? Certain industries, (retail in […]


How To Restart A Business Impacted By COVID-19 Pt1

The Coronavirus pandemic has created a topsy-turvy world and an unstable economic environment. When an outside force creates untold damage to every person’s way of life, especially in the way we are affected at the moment, then we have to rise to the challenge and seek new solutions. Yesterday’s problems are irrelevant as lives are […]


How To Write A Cash Flow Forecast For A Start Up Business

In a recent article, you discovered how to write a profit and loss forecast for a start-up business. Any finance house or bank looking at a lending proposition, cannot make a decision to support a funding request based upon this document alone. The profit and loss forecast will support the story within the business plan, […]


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