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Write a business plan

by Mark | Mar 31, 2022

Creating a business plan is one of the most important steps when starting or growing a business. It helps you clarify your goals, understand your market, and secure funding. A well-structured plan acts as a roadmap to guide your decisions and measure progress. Why...

Branding for your business

by Mark | Mar 28, 2022

1. Know what is your brand’s purpose? Before you begin creating a brand identity for your business, dig deep and find your motivation. Ask yourself: What do I want my brand to achieve? How long do I need this brand to last? What is my brand personality? (If you don’t...

Writing a marketing strategy

by Mark | Mar 28, 2022

Here are the key steps for your consideration 1. Research your target market All good marketing strategies begin by really understanding your market, your competition and your customers. A SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis can also be a...

Market Research Methods

by Mark | Mar 28, 2022

Understanding market research methods is essential for UK businesses looking to reduce risk and make informed decisions. Market research helps you learn more about your customers, competitors, and industry trends—giving you the insights needed to grow your business...

Selling to the public sector

by Mark | Mar 25, 2022

Different ways to sell to the public sector Search for opportunities to sell goods or services to the public sector through: the Digital Marketplace the Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) your local Enterprise Europe Network Tenders Electronic Daily (TED) for...