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What’s the point in networking? Networking can be a daunting task; although making the most of your networking opportunities can be highly beneficial for you and your business. There are many aspects of networking that can be difficult to get right but if you prepare thoroughly and have the right attitude then you should have a successful networking experience. To begin with, the main purpose of networking is to build links. When talking to random business associates you need to have a goal in mind about what you are planning to get back from this experience. Gaining valuable information from other attendees can help further your knowledge and the support of other associates’ experience can be key for business growth and success. Additionally, networking can help reveal market opportunities you didn’t originally know were out there. When meeting new people, it can help reveal areas of interest you have never considered. So, when networking, make sure to ask open qu...

Business Blog week 3- Making a prototype  Now it’s time to covert that brilliant business idea into an actual product or service. This stage is vital in collating all the research that you have made and then collaborating it together to form a prototype. What we mean by a prototype is  a  sample, drawing, presentation or a replica of the final product design itself. A prototype can be: ·        A website  ·        A product  Many business ideas require lots of time, money and effort to properly develop. So, when making a prototype it is advisable to initially develop a basic version, with the aim of satisfying that visionary idea. Whether the intended design is just made of cardboard or drawn on a piece of paper it is still a step in the right direction.  Another step to making a prototype is getting into contact with the necessary players of the business. When develo...

How to avoid procrastination? Procrastination is the avoidance of doing a task that needs to be accomplished by a certain deadline. It is normal for everyone to suffer from procrastination. By focussing completing task more effectively and efficiently you can reduce your levels of procrastination, and there are several methods to help you achieve this.     Firstly, break your work into little steps. Simply separating the task into smaller more manageable and approachable stages will make you more motivated to complete that task; because the task becomes more achievable and less daunting. Secondly, change your environment. This can be as simple as moving around the office which will help you eliminate boredom and keep your mind focussed on the task in hand. Make sure the new environments are exciting because if they are gloomy and dark it can enhance the levels of tiredness, which leads to decreased levels of productivity.     After...

Week 2- What to do once a business idea is created? At some point, everyone will come up with a business idea, but the key is to think of how to turn that idea into reality. The first step for creating a new business is to thoroughly research your idea. To begin with, identify the market you’re targeting. This might sound simple, but this can shape many areas of the business. As say your aiming to sell your business offerings at a high price, all aspects of the product will need to support this business framework. If your business idea is an improvement of an existing product or service, ensure you research how that particular business functions. You can then help develop new adaptations to your business functions which can help to direct your efforts for success. Another aspect of research that is vital at this early stage of development is gaining understanding of your business offering. Research into the development is gaining understanding of your business offeri...

5 Top Tips to create a happy working environment A happy working environment is key to having a successful business. Happier employees will be more creative, innovative and motivated in their roles. This will help develop a stronger cohesive team, great for staff retention and essential for businesses performance.  There are many methods of ensuring your business develops a positive working environment, here are 5 of our favourite tips to help develop a happier working environment. 1.       Make work fulfilling.  Everyone wants to feel like what they’re doing at work matters.  For any business, ensuring all employees work is noticed creates satisfaction. This will help an employee to be motivated to achieve in their role, as their efforts have a positive impact on the business. In order to enforce work fulfilment all employees must understand their purpose. 2.       Consistently deliver praise ...

 How to de-stress whilst at work? Stress can be described as mental or emotional pressure on an individual. No one should feel stressed at work, as its effect’s performance and their general well-being. How to de-stress whilst at work? By de-stressing it can help increase productivity and help you to be a happier person. Dealing with stress can be achieved differently depending on the person. Within these 10 Top Tips that we have complied, there should be at least one tip that will have a positive influence on your level of stress whilst at work. 1. Work Outside  Being outside is clearly one of the best methods for anyone to clear their mind. Fresh air helps cleanse the mind and relieve any anxiety. Working outside for even 10 minutes every couple of hours can relieve anxiety immensely. There are many ways at which you can adapt your working day to allow work to be completed outdoors. One example is taking calls outside. Taking calls can be compl...