Manufacturing in the UK vs China: The trials of getting a new product to market as a young startup
Although UK inventors may have been behind products such as the Dyson airblade hand dryer, the Brompton bicycle and the wind-up radio, the country’s manufacturing sector has declined significantly in recent years – However, it is still currently contributing 11% of GVA. Joanna Montgomery, whilst studying for a Master’s degree in digital media and interaction […]
Why I’m using my social enterprise profit to fight for social justice in sub-Saharan Africa
The world is changing and it’s time that we come together as one and at the forefront of this social change. With the desire to push for social justice, Will Adoasi launched his ethical watch company ‘Vitae London’ in 2015 and uses the profit – made from the sale of its own branded watches – […]
Winners Of The 2019 eBay For Business Awards – celebrating the UK’s most inspiring eBay sellers
Eleven small and medium-sized businesses from across the UK have been crowned winners of the third annual eBay for Business Awards celebrating the most inspiring eBay sellers with the top prize of £5K awarded to a Star Wars figurine seller. The eBay for Business Awards is a nationwide competition for the best British small businesses […]
Practical Tips For Handling A PR Crisis On Social Media
Young founders who have grown up with technological and digital advancements in communications are more likely to be aware of the impact of social media and how to use it to build brand awareness – This, however, means that they are more susceptible to a pr crisis when things go wrong. Social media has the […]
#EverydayNigerians – Life As A Nigerian Baker
Samuel Ibrahim – founder of Sam’s Cakes & Desserts – had long toyed with the idea of having his own food business but the decision to bake cakes wasn’t entirely out of passion – #EverydayNigerians. Since 2014, Samuel has been running his own bakery shop with the determination to be successful in a country dogged with […]
4 Ways To Set Apart Your Business From Competitors
There are so many companies out there doing the exact same thing while fighting for their brand to be a better option than their competitors – Even more difficult when it’s within an oversaturated market. So the question is – how do you set apart your business from competitors and ensure that your unique selling […]
4 Effective Ways To Keep A Fixed-Grip Around Your Data Security
The impact of a business data breach has far more reaching consequences beyond just simply damaging its reputation – A cyber-attack can very well wipe out the company’s existence. Two years is the average lifespan of a business suffering a major cyber attack with 90% closing their doors within that period. It breaks the customer’s trust, […]
Business Owners Share Their ‘Insider Tips’ On How They Manage Mental Health At Work
‘Learn your limits….drop some goals’ – We asked the business community to share their insider tips on how they handle mental health at work. Beyond ‘World Mental Health Day‘, these useful tips can still remain relevant and be your go-to-guide for having a healthy work-life balance. Learn your limits Learn your limits – once I worked […]
Why you should consider soft launching your startup first
Soft Launching – After years of hard work, long days and funding red tape, you’re finally ready to plan the launch of your startup and your thoughts turn to how to ‘get the word out‘. In days gone by, launches required the Mayor, the local paper, a big red ribbon and an oversized pair of […]
How To Survive As A Young Female Entrepreneur When Building A Technology Business
To my fellow and aspiring young female entrepreneurs – I sometimes think that the closest feeling that you could possibly equate to starting your business is the same as if you were having a baby. No, I’ve never had a child, I’m still far too young. However, I have experienced the labour pains, the unconditional […]