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Business Link there to help you May 09 2011

IF you are looking for help to grow your business there has never been a more important time to contact Business Link.Read

Is your business in the running? Dec 20 2010

NEWCASTLE United’s St James’ Park has been selected to host six Olympic football matches during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.Read

How new laws might affect you Sep 28 2010

FOLLOWING the arrival of Jamie Oliver’s new baby boy Buddy Bear, the celebrity chef has the opportunity to take two weeks paternity leave.Read

Don't take cash demands at face value Sep 21 2010

THE old adage ‘look after the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves’ has always been sound advice and a couple of recent cases prove its continued relevance.Read

Growing through the changes Aug 31 2010

A RECENT Business Link survey has revealed that the main priorities for North East businesses in the coming year are finding new customers and growing their business.Read

The age of retirement's about to end Aug 03 2010

But what does this mean for the employer? From April 2011, employers will not be able to issue notices under the compulsory retirement procedure. Although evidence suggests that currently more than 50% of employee requests to work after the age of 65 are granted, the timescale for employers to revisit their policies in this area is tight.Read

Finding the right business premises Aug 02 2010

FOR some newly established businesses, it would be impossible to begin trading without first finding the right premises.Read

A guide through the information security enigma Apr 23 2010

OUTSOURCING is certainly not a new trend. For many organisations, it has been essential to their prosperity or even their survival.Read

Making sure you’re fully prepared Mar 23 2010

IT is very important for business owners and shareholders to properly plan for the future. If the owner of a business, a partner or key shareholder dies suddenly or loses mental capacity as a result of an accident or illness, the impact could be devastating to the business and families concerned.Read

Plan to make your business a successful one Mar 22 2010

FOR a first-time entrepreneur, the thought of writing a business plan may be scary – especially with limited business knowledge.Read

Make sure you set the right price Mar 01 2010

FOR small to medium-sized businesses, few decisions are more crucial than the price you charge for your product or service, because getting the price right can be vital to the success of your business.Read

Entrepreneurs’ Forum members give their tips on handling expansion Jan 05 2010

OVERCOMING your business’s growing pains can be a real challenge once you are over the initial hurdles of establishing your enterprise.Read

How you can reduce waste and save money Jan 19 2009

WITH the first month of the year already drawing to a close and the economic down- turn tightening its grip, there is no time to lose. Now is the perfect time to tighten your business’ belt and look at ways to improve efficiency and resource management.Read

How to get through the downturn Jan 05 2009

IT is essential, now more than ever, that your business acts to ensure its long-term stability. Business Link can help put your company in a strong position for 2009, enabling you to deal proactively with the challenges ahead.Read

Remember to look after your staff Nov 17 2008

OVER the last few months we have spent a lot of time looking at your customers, but what about your staff?Read

Beware the trademark bully boys Nov 04 2008

A THREAT to sue for trade mark infringement can cause harm to the reputation of a business or intimidate potential customers. Section 21 of the Trade Mark Act 1994 (TMA) was introduced to protect third parties against threats based on unjustifiable allegations of trade mark infringement.Read

Nov 03 2008 Opportunities abound – but not for the faint-hearted

HOW I ...Grew my company Oct 28 2008

Judith Cavanagh, The Pilates Studio, based in Newcastle:Read

How I ... Spotted a market opportunity Oct 21 2008

Craig Rothwell, from Newcastle-based hand-held device maker OpenPandora, said: Read

One way to avoid nasty surprises Oct 13 2008

THE Government’s latest common commencement date (CCD) was the first day of this month and business owners need to be aware of any new or updated regulations that may affect their company.Read

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