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Managing Your Business's Tech Costs Without Depriving Yourself
Most modern businesses are driven by tech. That statement shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone. However, it also shouldn’t be a given that new tech is always the answer, especially when it can cause your costs to grow out of control. Here, we’re going to look at how you can make sure that tech remains a valuable tool without becoming an unbearable weight on your budget.

Gemma Walton
2 days ago3 min read


Why You Should Consider a Loan for Your Business
When it comes to debt, whether it’s financial or personal, it’s easy to see things in black and white. Debt is bad; it’s as simple as that. But there’s a difference between uncontrolled debt, which is a constant drain on your finances and can cripple your credit, and controlled debts. Loans are a financial tool, and rather than only being used to bail you out or buy things you don’t need, they can be used to further your business interests.

Gemma Walton
2 days ago3 min read


7 Ways Your Business Could Be Owed Money
When you’re a business owner, you naturally focus on sales and growth as a way of boosting your bottom line. This is, of course, the best way to make money over the years and ensure you are building a successful company. Still, you know what? There are often other sources of revenue that you may be missing out on.

Gemma Walton
4 days ago3 min read


Effective Tips for Marketing your Auto Business
If you want to market your auto business, then you have come to the right place. This guide will help you to make the right changes, so you can make sure that you are not only getting the result you need out of your business but that you are also getting the sales you need to power forward and surpass your competition.

Gemma Walton
5 days ago3 min read


The Building Blocks of a Fantastic Digital Strategy
A fantastic digital strategy is your stepping stones in making it in the digital sphere. A digital strategy is not just creating a website or posting to social media. It involves devising an overall plan that integrates technology, marketing, consumer behaviour and more. To stand out amongst your competitors online and create real differentiation, certain elements must remain non-negotiable. These non-negotiables form the basis of a fantastic digital strategy.

Gemma Walton
Dec 30, 20253 min read


Tech That Works as Hard as You Do: Infrastructure Tips for Busy Teams
For modern teams and businesses, the setup and operation of infrastructure is something that enables these individuals and groups to work efficiently and reliably. There are some great benefits to incorporating more tech into your infrastructure in order to modernise its operations and help improve its efficiency for the benefit of the business and your teams.

Gemma Walton
Dec 15, 20253 min read


The Hidden Signals in Your Copy That Tell Customers Not to Trust You
Copy is an extremely important element when it comes to running a business, especially within the marketing department. Everything that your customers or users engage with is influential when building brand trust and converting consumers into paying customers.

Gemma Walton
Dec 15, 20253 min read


4 Key Ingredients for Your Company’s Growth in the Years Ahead
Growth. This is one of those words that is both exciting and terrifying at the same time. Any business owner needs it, but that’s not always so close, like you’ve got the horizon, but the way to it always feels like a curve.

Gemma Walton
Dec 10, 20253 min read


Marketing Your Business Online Doesn't Have To Be That Difficult
There are too many people out there who make marketing their business the most difficult thing in the world, but it isn’t. Yes, it is vital to your business success, and yes, you do need to get it right if you want to see the best possible results for your business, but that doesn’t make it overly complicated. You just need to make sure that you’re doing the right things, and getting the right help, and that’s where we come in.

Gemma Walton
Nov 27, 20253 min read


5 Things Every UK Business Person Needs To Know
The first thing that every UK businessperson needs to know about is that having an online presence is crucial. An online presence means a custom-built website, along with great SEO and a robust social media presence, too.

Gemma Walton
Nov 14, 20253 min read


Here's How You Can Do Well In The Business World
If you are in the process of starting your very own business then you may be on the lookout for some top tips that will ensure you don’t fail before you’ve even begun. You may already be aware that a high number of businesses fail each year. This can be due to many reasons including running out of money or not having the knowledge needed to thrive.

Gemma Walton
Nov 9, 20253 min read


The Most Important Employee Wellbeing & Needs You Must Ensure You're Fulfilling
When you’re running any business, it’s important to understand that the contract with your employees goes well beyond simply exchanging a pay-check for work. Humans aren’t simple machines that have an input and an output; they have a complex web of needs that you need to ensure that you’re fulfilling.
Here, we’ll look at some of the most important of those needs, and what you can do to take care of them effectively.

Gemma Walton
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Modern Marketing Solutions To Boost Customer Loyalty
Data shows that around 70% of customers believe they are loyal to certain brands, stores or businesses. Building a loyal client base is hugely beneficial for companies. It helps to increase sales, improve ROI and enhance brand image and reputation.
There are several ways to encourage loyalty, including modern marketing solutions. In this guide, I’ll outline some effective strategies to try.

Gemma Walton
Oct 29, 20253 min read


When Digital Legacies Matter: Planning Your Online Footprint After You’re Gone
The rest of us spend years cultivating an internet legacy without stopping to think about who will inherit it after we’re gone. Social media postings, blogs, photos, broadcasts, newsletters, even inactive accounts, they all persist long after life is lived and done.

Gemma Walton
Oct 3, 20253 min read


How to Choose a Car Dealership When Buying a Commercial Vehicle
Buying a commercial vehicle can feel like a lot of pressure. After all, your business operation depends on you making the right choice and selecting a vehicle that you can depend on. So, when it comes to parting with your company’s hard-earned cash, you need to think carefully about what vehicle you should buy, and most importantly, where you will buy it from.

Gemma Walton
Sep 29, 20253 min read


Why a Brand Shoot is Essential for Your Business
Do you feel like your content gets lost in the scroll? You’re not alone. Every business is fighting for attention online. The difference between people pausing to look at you, or swiping straight past, often comes down to one thing: imagery. That’s where a brand shoot comes in. Not just a headshot, not just a few nice pictures, but a strategic set of images that showcase who you are, what you stand for, and why people should trust you.

Gemma Walton
Sep 18, 20255 min read


Why “Offline Proof” Still Matters in an Online World
Alright, just be honest with yourself here, aren’t you just a little bit sick of being online all the time? Everywhere you turn, there’s another ad screaming at you, another influencer pushing a “life-changing” course, and another friend’s holiday photo making you feel like you should be doing more with your own life. Needless to say, all of this is pretty exhausting.

Gemma Walton
Sep 16, 20253 min read


How to Create a More Productive and Successful Business
When it comes to running a successful business, productivity is king. The more productive your company and your employees are, the more you can get done in the day. This means that you can service more customers, make more investments and improvements, and continue to grow your business.

Gemma Walton
Sep 12, 20253 min read


5 Simple Ways To Cut Everyday Business Costs
Running a business isn’t cheap, and sometimes it feels like money just disappears the second it comes in. The good news is there are plenty of ways to shave down costs without cutting corners or lowering standards. It’s more about being smart with what you’re already spending and finding little swaps that make a big difference over time.

Gemma Walton
Aug 21, 20253 min read


Which Marketing Techniques Give Your Brand Prestige Appeal?
Effective marketing is about a lot more than making your business more visible. It’s about more than just putting your products and services in front of those people who are looking for them. It’s about building a brand that fosters loyalty and drives need.

Gemma Walton
Aug 15, 20253 min read
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