A Guide to the London 2012 Olympics

This year the eyes of the world will be on London as the UK’s capital city hosts the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. After a year of economic uncertainty, the games are undoubtedly a bright light on the horizon for…

Top Tips Essential for Small Business Growth

During this period of economic uncertainty, it is essential for small businesses to stay both pragmatic and innovative. It’s a hard time for a small business to grow, but there are also great opportunities out there too. This article highlights a few essential tips for small businesses to consider in order to aid their growth and steer themselves in a positive direction for the future.
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The Benefits of the London Gateway Port

The advent of London’s new ‘super-port’ will be upon us in Q4 2013, but what will this new distribution hub mean for the city, businesses in the area, employment and work around the Thames – both good and bad?
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Beat the Rising Costs of London Commuting

A significant and drastic increase in prices will affect all commuters as it spreads over a broad combination of services, including; bus, London Underground, London Overground, trams, train fares, Dockland Light Railway, and even boat services. How can you minimise your commuting costs?
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Why are Receptionists so Important to Businesses?

A professional receptionist should be a cornerstone of your business. If you don’t already employ someone in this role, then it’s time to start thinking about it seriously. Not only can a receptionist free up time for you or your employees to focus on other tasks, but they are also responsible for giving a good first impression to prospective customers or clients.

Moving Office: Tips for Recycling and Clearing Office Waste

Moving offices is a stressful and time consuming process – and there’s a lot to think about. One thing you always find is that there is a lot of waste. So what do you do with it?
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Four Top Tips for Time Management in a Flexible Working Environment

Time management is always an issue for flexible working. As this work takes place out of the office, or outside of ordinary office hours, managing the time taken on particular tasks and project can difficult. With more businesses supporting flexible working, it is important to start thinking about the best ways that businesses and employees can manage time.
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Five London Urban Regeneration Projects in 2011

London is the centre of the UK economy, and yet it is one of the most divided area in the country when it comes to incomes and standards of living. It is small wonder then that the city is undergoing a number of urban regeneration projects, aimed at creating new communities, renewing areas which have been neglected, and attracting investment to the region.
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The Streisand Effect and PR Crisis Management

An online blunder does not have to be an unqualified disaster. Each disaster varies in content and severity. But even for the biggest mistakes, there are ways to mitigate the worst repercussions. Get it wrong, however, and you could make it much, much worse. Read on for our tips on how to manage an online PR disaster for your business.

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The Top Five Benefits of using Tablet Computers for Business

In the world of small business, use of tablet computers is on the rise. In the US, it has been suggested that close to nine million tablets are in use in SMEs, half of which are also being used for business purposes, according to a TechAisle report. A recent survey of 1,200 UK SMEs by PC World Business found that almost 25% are currently making use of tablet computers to improve efficiency. So why are SMEs using tablets for business?
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