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Product name change or clever PR?

New research from Heinz claims that only 14% of those who buy Salad Cream use it on salads. Nwes Business Consultant Richard Voisey investigates the branding implications

Seven top tips to improve your business blogging

By Richard Voisey, Business Consultant, Nwes - Publishing is so easy and instant today. Anyone can set up a blog page, whether it be via a meaningless ramble about anything on a social site such as Instagram, a review to a piece from a critic or keyboard warrior or as a dedicated page on a business website designed to add value for customers and attract new ones. 

Keeping up with changes in the law – The Airbnb story

Whilst some markets decline, others are launched, and others mature and grow significantly. One successful launch kicked off in 2008 in San Francisco, USA to become Airbnb - a business that has caused governments worldwide to review their laws.

15 tips for writing a professional bid

Nwes Business Consultant Richard Voisey examines the key elements to professional bid writing, to ensure your business has the best chance of securing that contract.

Could you make a bid for more business?

How does your business bid for new work? A method worth looking at is contracts. It's a great way to gain extra business and income, particularly suitable for organisations involved in some form of public service delivery work.

10 waste reducing tips for your business

Stop thinking waste management and start thinking sustainable materials management. This is how your business can make the change, with 10 easy to implement tips.

A good time to complete a business audit?

It’s time for a spring clean and to put our best laid plans into action with both vim and vigor! Here are some thought provoking questions and tips to help you deliver on your promises for 2018.

How self-employment is changing and the statistics you need to know

Taxi drivers top the league table and men outweigh woman by 1.6 million. Nwes Business Consultant Richard Voisey takes a look at the changing statistics of self-employment.

Which social media platform will benefit your business?

Social media can be a great tool for marketing your business, but what platforms should you be using? Should you be setting up business accounts across all social platforms or focusing all your attention on one single social media site?

Weather – Affecting your mood and business?

We've enjoyed a early bout of April sunshine after a long dark winter and wet Easter. Now the rain is set to down pour once again and the sun is disappearing. So, Nwes Business Consultant Richard Voisey, asks how our mood and in turn our business, is affected by the ever changing British weather.

What we can learn from Wetherspoons about marketing and social media

Pub chain Wetherspoons has recently closed its social media accounts. What can we take from this and should we be questioning how much time we spend on social media?

GDPR – What’s it all about?

The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) comes into force in May this year replacing earlier outdated laws. Nwes Business Trainer, John Clarke, summaries the key points you need to know before deadline day.

Where will the finance come from?

Norwich City FC recently announced a £3.5m bond scheme to fund new academy facilities in hopes of producing more home-grown talent. Nwes Business Consultant Richard Voisey looks at a range of other finance options for start-ups and business growth.

Staying ahead of the game in retail

Retail is arguably one of the most competitive markets to work in, and with a number of high street stores making the headlines in recent months due to financial pressures, we've put together 10 tips to survive and prosper in retail.

How effective is your brand?

Your brand is derived from who you are, who you want to be and who people perceive you to be. Nwes Business Consultant Richard Voisey discusses what you need know and his top tips for creating a brand.

Is Facebook still good for businesses?

With recent changes to Facebook and other platforms biting at its heels, simply having 2 billion monthly active users might not be enough to consider Facebook good for business.

6 Tips on How to Network

Networking is a key skill for any business, whether you're just starting up or looking to grow. Networking can help you gain clients, collaborators, suppliers and interest in your business. It's also an experience sharing opportunity, where you can learn from other like minded entrepreneurs. So, to ensure you get the most out of any networking event, here are six important tips to remember.

Taking a Walk in Your Shoes – 1st Steps to Start-Up

Rouen House Centre Coordinator Katie Howard, explores what it takes to set-up a business and finds out first hand how one of Nwes' most popular start-up workshops can help.

Guest Blog: Wellbeing for business

Do you feel tired at work more often than you should? Do you rely on too many strong coffees to sustain you throughout your working day? Kate Piegon-Owen (BA Hons), Founder, Childways Ltd, guest blogs for Nwes to discuss how to improve your wellbeing for business.

Norwich Market – A Changing Environment

Norwich Market has come through a challenging phase in its long history over the last 10 years. Changes in approach, some fresh ideas from City Hall and of course the hard work of the stallholders has seen it return to a vibrant, busy and thriving part of the Norwich retail experience.

New Norwich Start-up Helps Businesses Go Paperless

Norwich-based business CFolio Ltd helps businesses to operate paperless. We spoke to CFolio co-founder, Lee Chapman about their business start-up.

Richard Voisey Reflects on 14 years of Enterprise

Nwes Business Consultant, Richard Voisey shares his experiences of supporting budding entrepreneurs to turn their business dreams into a reality.

A Guide to Franchises – Part 2

Business professionals and entrepreneurs sought for innovative business support programme