http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk en-gb practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk 2012-2-7T00:00:00Z practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#111982 Business Forum meeting Why entrepreneurs and finance dont mix An invitation to the Business Forums Why entrepreneurs and finance dont mix meeting. Date Thursday 1 March 2012 Time 7.15am 9.15am Location Wellington College Crowthorne Berks RG45 7PU Cost 16318 inclusive of full English breakfast The Business Forum meets once a month for breakfast and gives members an opportunity to network listen to a speaker and discuss the theme in greater detail. Next month the speaker is Catherine Wilson of the FD Group and her topic will be Why entrepreneurs and finance dont mix Many successful startup companies reach the magic 1631 million in sales but fail to reach the next level or even begin to have cashflow problems. In this talk Catherine will map out a typical start out journey and talk about how not mixing entrepreurs with finance can be good for the business For more information or to book a place please email Sue Viney suevineycommunications.co.uk or visit www.thebusinessforum.biz ... 2012-2-7 12:50:08 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#111970 Oxfordshire Business First invites you to participate in Practical Innovation a series of events. Oxfordshire Business First have brought together a group of speakers who have led successful innovation projects and who can share the practical experience of understanding how to get real commercial benefit from innovation projects. Speakers will each present a 20 minute thought starter presentation which will be followed by an interactive session with the audience. Each event will last for around 90 minutes. The aim is to capture valuable insights experience and practical guidance from the speakers and the audience. The first event kicks off at the Said Business School on the evening of 23 February starting at 18.3020.00 and will include presentations from Stuart Miller CEO of Bybox Ltd and Tony Hart Associate Fellow at Said Business School and former head of Oxfordshires Innovation and Growth Team. Attendance is free of charge but attendees must preregister by contacting Denise Mo... 2012-2-7 10:28:59 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#111898 The Institute of Directors has submitted its response to the Department for Businesss consultation on executive remuneration recently. Commenting on the IoDs submission Simon Walker Director General of the IoD said The IoD has noted with growing concern the rapid rise in executive remuneration at the largest listed UK companies over the last 1015 years. We are aware of the difficult challenges faced by remuneration committees in responding to a global market for executive talent. But the current pace of increase in executive pay is unsustainable. The legitimacy of UK business in the eyes of wider society is significantly damaged by pay packages that are not clearly linked to company performance. Key proposals made by the IoD in its response include the following More diversity amongst independent nonexecutive directors. Boards with members from diverse professional backgrounds are more likely to exhibit objective scepticism in respect of remuneration policy than current or forme... 2012-2-6 11:47:03 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#111834 NABO is the Nationwide Alliance of Business Owners NABO is an association of 54000 business owners around the UK who want to come out of this recession with bigger stronger businesses. How about checking out NABO Networking High WycombeIn creating NABO Networking we wanted to offer something different. No other networking organisation offers as much as we do which is one of the reasons why we are the fastest growing business network in the UK.NABO Networking was created in response to the demand for a place where serious business owners could take two hours out of their business every couple of weeks to focus on how to get more customers and create a more fulfilling more profitable business and the sharing of the best ways to do this. Plus of course plenty of time for that all important networking. With member hot seats where the collective experience of the group helps solve a members most pressing business challenge to 1218242s where you can get to know other members and share exp... 2012-2-5 13:37:05 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#111428 From The Business Software Centre www.businesssoftwarecentre.com. With the growth of cloud based software innovative companies are realising that SaaS aggregation is the way to acquire many new users of software and services. Quite simply SaaS aggregation provides end users with a onestop shop for all the software they need on a pay as you go basis. Using Rentsoft technology as a core platform for their Business Builder proposition Smarta Enterprises provide all the software needed by SMEs in one easy to access bundle. Including well known brands such as QuickBooks from Intuit the complete kits are available online or through RBS and Natwest Banks from just 16320 per month. TV Dragons Den star and Cofounder of Smarta Enterprises Theo Paphitis sums it up with Smarta Business Builder provides you with everything you need to run a better business. In a few words Theo explains the benefits of SaaS Aggregation. Users get all the software they need. They are always on the latest vers... 2012-1-30 12:56:38 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#111146 The Institute for Credit Management invites you... The ICM has joined forces with PampA Receivables Tower Associates Aon and Experian to deliver Trading through the Euro Crisis. This event is on Friday 3 February in London 9.30am15.30pm and costs just 16399 plus VAT. The day will include views from an economist and an insurer followed by a workshop in which operational issues will be discussed and attendees will be able to start preparing a plan for their own organisations. For more information and to book please contact lynnchristonpandareceivables.com 2012-1-25 12:39:01 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#111137 Blaser Mills invite you to Employment Law and bacon Rolls 2012 ALL CHANGE FOR EMPLOYMENT LAW Wednesday 29th February 2012 Join them at The Crowne Plaza Marlow where tea coffee and bacon rolls and vegetarian option will be served at 8am Seminar starts at 8.30 9.30 am. Invitation only event space is limited 2012 looks set to be a busy year in UK Employment Law as the Government seeks to implement the most radical reform package for decades. Our seminar will take a critical look at the potential impact on your business of the Governments proposals which include changes to Unfair Dismissal Redundancy Parental leave Employment Tribunal procedures Protected Conversations No Fault Dismissals TUPE Make sure your business is up to date with what is in the Employment Law pipeline sign up now to guarantee your place by emailing kapblasermills.co.uk or call 01494 478627. Blaser Mills has a team of skilled and knowledgeable commercial solicitors ready to provide ... 2012-1-25 10:26:07 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#110979 ReferOn Thame Business Hub www.referon.com In Business Its All about Who You Know Lets face it business can be tough especially at the moment...so we all need all of the help we can get In fact when it comes to hearing about new contacts or opportunities often its more about who you know isnt it So lets all make it easier on ourselves You are invited to the ReferOn Visitor Event Wednesday 1st February at the The Spread Eagle Cornmarket Thame OX9 2BW. 7.00 am to 9.00 am. Cost of entry is Free cost of breakfast 16310 value of connections priceless ReferOn is a vibrant and prominent business network where you can make contacts and develop profitable rewarding relationships. Fact over 78 of our members added in excess of 16312000 additional work to their business simply from connections made through the ReferOn network. ReferOn is growing and it can help you grow too. To maximise your efforts take this opportunity to increase your leverage and circle of influence...book y... 2012-1-23 13:42:46 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#110885 The WWW.BreakfastBusinessForum.com Invites you to Finance Question Timebeing held at the Torus Building Abigdon Business Park 7am to 10am on Wednesday the 25th April 2012. The Keynote Speaker is Andrew van der Lem Deputy Director SME Access to Finance of the Government Department for Business Innovation and Skills. As Deputy Director of a major government department Andrew is at the heart of government thinking on SME finance and ideally placed to introduce our Finance topic. Chaired by Tim Luscombe well known at conferences and seminars for his speeches which demystify complex finance issues and challenges Tim Luscombes core expertise is in making successful acquisitions in the SME sector adding real value to any acquisitive businesses. Tims extensive knowledge business business strategy and all things financial make him the ideal chairman for a panel comprising leading financial experts and finance providers in our area including senior bankers. Guest speaker is Robert Coppi... 2012-1-22 14:54:01 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#110611 Riverbank IT Management presents its first Cloud Computing Workshop for 2012 Everyone seems to be talking about cloud computing but are companies actually doing it Many businesses are hesitant about committing their data to an unknown supplier in an environment where they feel they have little or no control. They are also worried about committing their entire business to a single Internet connection. Find out what Cloud Computing means learn about the technologies that are making this revolution possible and the benefits cloud computing is supposed to deliver. In this interactive onehour workshop we will also look at the downsides and the business risks to help you decide if it could be for you. There will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and exchange of ideas with likeminded business owners and managers. The event starts with coffee and pastries and brief introductions. The presentation will last around 45 minutes followed by questions. It will be a roundtable format to pro... 2012-1-18 12:26:57 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#110557 Institute of Credit Management Start the year on a positive and look inside the ICM Training Brochure JanuaryFebruary 2012 for all the latest courses available. TWO FREE EVENTS to sign up for The ICM Technology Masterclass has now been sponsored which means we can offer it for FREE dont miss this chance. The event takes place at the ICM Centre of Excellence at Veolia on Thursday 26 January with some great speakers and suppliers BOOK NOW The ICM Leeds Roadshow takes place on Wednesday 15 February at the Royal Armouries in Leeds BOOK NOW Still cant get out of the office try one of our webinars on Credit Management in a Nutshell or Telephone Collections . Give your credit team a valuable start to the New Year and book some Incompany training have a look at this link for details and contact Julie Dalton on 01780 722907 or email julie.daltonicm.org.uk for a free quote or further details. 2012-1-17 15:11:19 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#110480 Last year many businesses struggled with a number of challenges unnecessarily. With a little help most business opportunities and irritations can be addressed. Whilst I enjoy helping clients solve complex problems and address comprehensive opportunities last year I spent much of my time brainstorming with clients and helping them keep their own plans on track. This lite support worked well for all concerned and maybe its appropriate for you in these turbulent times.If you think so let me know. We can have a chat and see what makes sense for you. Do get in touch. By mail or phone Michael.DunnPracticalBusinessSupport.co.uk or 07818 452 642 2012-1-16 14:17:29 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#110362 South Oxfordshire District Council and Vale of White Horse District Council present the Annual Business Breakfast on Wednesday 1 February 2012 7.30am to 9.30am At Cornerstone arts centre 25 Station Road Didcot. The Key note speaker is Stuart Miller of ByBox. Plus a chance to hear about 2012 business opportunities in the region. RSVP by 23 January 2012 using this link httpwww.surveymonkey.comsbusinessbreakfastsignup or email economic.developmentsouthandvale.gov.uk or call 01235 540475 2012-1-14 10:34:07 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#110243 Goodwill Hunting Have you ever stopped to think about your reputation and how important it is to the success of your business Goodwill can be defined as the value of the business over and above the value of its assets reputation is what others think of youyour business. It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that youll do things differently. Warren Buffet Goodwill is the only product and only asset that competition cannot undersell or destroy. Ludwig Borne A lot of the value thats built up in these businesses goodwill is often because the founder is an excellent salesperson or business leader. John Godber Over breakfast this session will enable you to consider the interaction between reputation and goodwill how these are embodied in trade marks including business names and domain names and what can be done to protect them. The event will be led by Janice Trebble Trade Mark Attorney and partner of Saunders amp Dolleymore LLP and ... 2012-1-12 16:06:57 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#108649 On January 10th Hilltop Consultancy and the Infinite Group are running a couple of seminars at The Oxfordshire Golf Club near Thame. The first is on the subject of franchising Growing your Business through Franchising. Attendance is Free so the only cost is that of time but we do need confirmed numbers for the venue to make sure we have the right number of chairs and coffee and tea. So please email Jo.goodalltheinfinitegroup.com to confirm your attendance. Outline What franchising is how it works and how it differs from other growth methods. The critical questions that determine whether your business could be suitable for franchising. The eight stages of development prior to launching a franchise business The Operations Manual Why is it critical to a franchise business Recognising recruiting training and motivating the right Franchises. The importance of territory mapping. Financial legal and intellectual property implications. Bibliography to en... 2011-12-13 12:13:28 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#106952 Next years sales how will it be for you Get off to a great start with our Fast Track Sales Course guaranteed results Do you have enough qualified prospects Will your pipeline produce the results Are you active enough Are you confident that you can convert the majority of your prospects into customers If the answer to any of these is no then take a look at our Fast Track Sales Course. Uniquely run over 6 Friday mornings in December and January to get your New Year sales effort off to a great start. And we guarantee that it will work for you. If you dont believe that you have had value we will refund your money. Dates 9th and 16th December 6th 13th 20th and 27th January Venue Bisham Abbey Nr Marlow Bucks Times 8.30 am to 12 noon Come to a free 2hour preview either the evening of Thursday 24th November register here or the morning of Friday 2nd December register here We promise that you will leave with some good ideas and more motivation even if you dont join us o... 2011-11-16 09:14:43 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#106835 A Riverbank IT Event Book now on eventsriverbank.co.uk What The iPad is hugely successful with millions sold in its first year. This is certain to change the way we expect to use mobile computers. But will it change the way that businesses work Will the iPad be a gamechanger or is it just a laptop that doesnt even have a lid or a keyboard Why Find out why some Riverbank clients have already adopted the iPad and what they use them for. Discover the pros and the cons so you can take a balanced view for your business. And of course you will be able to see the iPad in action and discover what a delight it is to use. How In this interactive onehour session there will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and exchange of ideas with other business owners and managers. The event starts with coffee and pastries and brief introductions. The presentation and demonstration will last around an hour followed by questions and discussion. A Riverbank technical consultant will be on hand to a... 2011-11-14 16:20:43 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#106811 Specialists in Contractual and Commercial Management Enter their competition to be the Voice on their new iPhone app www.devant.co.uk We are looking for the Voice for our new iPhone App The Butlers Tale which will be launched this December. If you have a great voice for story telling heres your opportunity to show if off and get some fame and glory Enter the competition to be the Voice in our new iPhone app We are looking for the Voice for our new iPhone App The Butlers Tale which will be launched this December. If you have a great voice for story telling heres your opportunity to show if off and get some fame and glory Enter our voice over competition now and you could be part of the exciting new app and animation starring the butler his master and an evil fairy The winner will receive a credit on the app along with publicity on Devants website social media pag... 2011-11-14 12:16:44 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#106444 A Riverbank IT Event Book now on eventsriverbank.co.uk What The iPad is hugely successful with millions sold in its first year. This is certain to change the way we expect to use mobile computers. But will it change the way that businesses work Will the iPad be a gamechanger or is it just a laptop that doesnt even have a lid or a keyboard Why Find out why some Riverbank clients have already adopted the iPad and what they use them for. Discover the pros and the cons so you can take a balanced view for your business. And of course you will be able to see the iPad in action and discover what a delight it is to use. How In this interactive onehour session there will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and exchange of ideas with other business owners and managers. The event starts with coffee and pastries and brief introductions. The presentation and demonstration will last around an hour followed by questions and discussion. A Riverbank technical consultant will be on hand to a... 2011-11-8 17:31:13 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#106138 Need it Safe Weve got it boxed. The Archive Centre provides your business with the only complete local secure document storage and archiving solution that gives total peace of mind at a price you can afford. To find out more about what makes them the best document storage solution for your business call David Coulton now on 01296 425 744. The Archive Centre 13 Faraday Road Bicester Road Industrial Estate AYLESBURY Buckinghamshire HP19 8RY Email enquiresthearchivecentre.com Web www.thearchivecentre.com 2011-11-4 08:41:34 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#105963 Reduce risk amp increase margins through our Free Breakfast Briefing Writing an Effective Statement of Work Statements of Work Works Orders Quotations Proposals whatever you call them getting them right is essential to your business success Register now for next Tuesdays Free Breakfast Briefing to learn how to improve project outcomes through better statements of work. Whether you are a vendor or a client a poorly written statement of work could put you in a compromising position further down the line. It could result in your project going over budget andor being delayed or worse still you could end up with a costly legal dispute. This session will be short sharp and interactive enabling you to gain maximum benefit within a limited time. So dont wait until its too late register now for more profitable projects. When Tuesday November 8 2011 from 800 AM to 1000 AM GMT Where Devant Limited 1st Floor Stratfield House Riseley Business Park Basingstoke Road Risele... 2011-11-2 11:05:32 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#104825 The Institute of Directors Breakfast Club October 2011 The theme is Leadership Charisma Date Thursday 20 October Time 0730 0930 Venue Hartwell House Oxford Road Aylesbury HP17 8 Price 16317.50 Members amp Guests 16322.00 Non Members welcome pricesexclude VAT The impact of the charismatic leader raising productivity and profitability Its an accepted fact that charismatic leaders achieve more through their people. However until now its also been an accepted fact that youre either born with charisma or youre not. Thats no longer the case. Profiles International the worlds leading provider of online assessments has conducted extensive research with more than 40000 managers and leaders worldwide. The findings prove that the missing elements of Leadership Charisma can be developed in every single manager. Hear how it can be done and the impact it can have on your bottom line from IoD member Martin Goodwill Managing Director of Profiles International in the UK. After a 30year managemen... 2011-10-17 16:05:47 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#104475 Internet marketing Website SEO Social Media clinic On Tuesday 1st November 2011 200pm 500pm. At Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Altwood Road Maidenhead Berkshire SL6 4PF Book your place Email benmarketingcompass.co.uk Led by Nigel Temple founder of The Marketing Compass. This event will be an opportunity for you to ask questions about internet marketing get feedback on your activities and discover a series of practical tips and ideas to improve your marketing. Nigel will be interacting with a group of small business owners and show them how to create an integrated internet marketing system. He will also review a number of the attendees websites and provide detailed feedback and advice. Nigel has taught internet marketing since 2000. He is a knowledgeable and engaging presenter who always packs a great deal into his presentations. Discover a series of practical proven and effective techniques during this fast paced event. Receive feedback on your website and intern... 2011-10-12 12:05:14 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#104382 Abbotts Office Solutions httpwww.abbottsoffice.com draw our attention to the National Identity Fraud Prevention week and to practical solutions to help us. National Identity Fraud Prevention Week is a nationwide effort to help in the battle against identity fraud. How can you protect your identity and safeguard your business Identity Fraud is one of the UKs fastest growing crimes affecting individuals and businesses alike. Although most people know about it our research shows that consumers and businesses are not aware of or not taking the steps they could and should be taking to fully protect them.Fellowes have put together a humorous video with a serious message to explain the risks of Identity Fraud..... httpwww.stopidfraud.co.ukvideouseyourheadshred.aspx 2011-10-11 10:18:26 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#104342 A Riverbank IT Event Book now on eventsriverbank.co.uk What The iPad is hugely successful with millions sold in its first year. This is certain to change the way we expect to use mobile computers. But will it change the way that businesses work Will the iPad be a gamechanger or is it just a laptop that doesnt even have a lid or a keyboard Why Find out why some Riverbank clients have already adopted the iPad and what they use them for. Discover the pros and the cons so you can take a balanced view for your business. And of course you will be able to see the iPad in action and discover what a delight it is to use. How In this interactive onehour session there will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and exchange of ideas with other business owners and managers. The event starts with coffee and pastries and brief introductions. The presentation and demonstration will last around an hour followed by questions and discussion. A Riverbank technical consultant will be on h... 2011-10-10 17:55:15 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#103748 Join Tiffany Kemp and the Devant Ltd team for their first Autumn Briefing a celebratory glass of wine and some stimulating conversation Given the realities of running a business in the 21st Century the sales person is usually the one responsible for developing the client relationship and ultimately closing the sale. So surely negotiating the contract must be part of their job description Do you agree And if so how can sales people and all nonlegal senior managers and directors be empowered to negotiate good contracts for their businesses Is it down to tools Training Templates Click now to register. When Thursday October 6 2011 from 600 PM to 800 PM BST Where Devant Limited1st Floor Stratfield HouseRiseley Business Park Basingstoke RoadRiseleyBerkshire RG7 1NWUnited Kingdom 2011-10-3 08:30:27 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#102830 Growing your business do you have the right structure in place for business in the UK and abroad Join local business leaders together with Steve Baker MP to discuss how to take your business to the next level as the economy continues to recover. At the Uplands Conference Centre High Wycombe Friday 14th October 2011 7.15 a.m. This free event will give you the chance to quiz experts from the legal accountancy and banking sectors and at the same time understand where the pressures lie from a political perspective. You will have the chance to challenge the panel on many different areas from legislation to finance and business planning to employment. If there are specific questions you would like to raise please let us know in advance. Places are limited so to book your place please send an email to james.couzensparrottandcoalesllp.co.uk or call on 01296 318500 as early as possible. 2011-9-19 17:57:51 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#102824 The EXPO will provide a fantastic opportunity for exhibitors and visitors to network and cement their presence in the region. The day is set to be packed with 100th birthday celebrations including some fantastic seminars the presence of over 100 businesses a highprofile guest speaker taking centre stage as a highlight of the show and of course a nice big cake. Dont miss this EXPO. Youll regret it if you do. Click here to preregister for your FREE entry pass or subscribe to be kept in the loop about the latest updates and news. Event Location City Hall Salisbury Event Timetable on Tuesday 27th September 2011 830am 10am FREE Breakfast presentation How to Grow your Business by keynote speaker Lara Morgan entrance by ticket only10am Expo opens click here to preregister 1012am Franchise clinic open for business by appointment 1030am repeated at 130pm Lead your team to bigger better business by Antonio Falco 1130am repeated at 230pm The seven deadly sins of new business deve... 2011-9-19 16:23:27 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#102568 Wednesday 23 November 2011 Cranfield School of Management Cranfield Bedfordshire 1000 1530 Including Networking Buffet Lunch Free event Want to learn something new and exciting that will help you everyday at work Join us on 23 November to learn more about the Centaur model of leadership development which is unique to Cranfield. This approach will give you a genuine insight into how to connect with others in a way that leads to a good outcome whether motivating a colleague influencing a boss or selling to a client. The Centaur approach incorporates current concepts of emotional intelligence and the latest research in neurosicence in an impressively practical application for the workplace. We would like to tell you more about Centaur and give you a direct experience of its use. We promise you new ideas stimulating discussions and some genuine surprises. Please join us For more information or to book on please email susan.boshercranfield.ac.uk or call me on 44 01234 754506... 2011-9-15 10:30:46 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#102486 You are invited to attend a free 2hour seminar Psychometrics in Selling One of the features of selling in the last 30 years has been the development of sales psychology. This has created an explosion in the number of psychometric methods available to help salespeople and their managers to be more successful. There is little doubt that a more scientific approach is effective in opening relationships and closing deals. But busy sales directors managers and salespeople need a process that is effective and that can be used in the moment without complicated questionnaires. This free 2hour seminar will explore one particular psychometric which is incredibly easy to use needs no forms or written analysis can be learnt in a matter of hours has been proven to generate business and ulitmately encourages the creation of outstanding business relationships. We will cover the following 183 Successful psychological sales skills using proven tools to increase sales 183 Recruiting good sal... 2011-9-14 09:17:21 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#102445 Receive feedback on your website and internet marketing discover practical tips and ideas to improve your promotional mixFree to attend Spaces are limited so book your place now Email benmarketingcompass.co.uk Tuesday 27th September 2011. Rhodes Centre Bishops Stortford. 200pm 500pm. Led by Nigel Temple founder of The Marketing Compass. This event will be an opportunity for you to ask questions about internet marketing get feedback on your activities and discover a series of practical tips and ideas to improve your marketing.Nigel will be interacting with a group of small business owners showing them how to create an integrated internet marketing system. He will also review a number of the attendees websites and provide detailed feedback and advice.Nigel has taught internet marketing since 2000. He is a knowledgeable and engaging presenter who always packs a great deal into his presentations. Discover a series of practical proven and effective techniques during this fast paced event... 2011-9-13 15:49:30 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#102155 If your business is in Andover or you know a business that is Contact Laurence Martin of Black Swan Training. Theres a fantastic FREE grant available worth 1632000 for an outstanding Business Accelerator training programme being run this autumn. Dont delay. This is a genuine offer for Andoverians . Mail lmartinblackswantraining.com or Call 01256 323223 Laurence and hell give you all the details. www.blackswantraining.co.uk 2011-9-8 16:47:38 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#102044 Riverbank IT Management invite you..... WHAT The iPad is hugely successful with millions sold in its first year. This is certain to change the way we expect to use mobile computers. But will it change the way that businesses work Will the iPad be a gamechanger or is it just a laptop that doesn700t even have a lid or a keyboard WHY Find out why some Riverbank clients have already adopted the iPad and what they use them for. Discover the pros and the cons so you can take a balanced view for your business. And of course you will be able to see the iPad in action and discover what a delight it is to use. HOW In this interactive onehour session there will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and exchange of ideas with other business owners and managers. WHERE amp WHEN Oxford Centre for Innovation New road Oxford September 14th 845am 945am Information amp Bookings eventsriverbank.co.uk or 01844 278 036 WHO Ownersmanagers of businesses from 5 to 100 employees. ... 2011-9-7 12:10:04 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#101978 If you have attended one of Jonathan Russells business leader briefings you will have discovered that selling does not have to be a pain. With the right approach you can make the way you sell a real differentiator for your business and cure any selling pains.If you have not been able to get along or would like to revisit some of the key messages why not join him at a special event In Southampton on September 20th. Held at Southampton General Hospital in aid of Wessex Heartbeat you will have the opportunity to network raise some funds for a great regional charity and jump start your sales in one evening. Click here for more details and for information to book your place. Why not bring a contact or fellow business leader Alternatively join Jonathan on SEPTEMBER 23 OCTOBER 7 OR OCTOBER 21 at Langstone Technology Park Havant and discover FOR FREE how to break the sales rules and grow your business faster. Click on the prefered date for timings and to register or call Jonathan Russel... 2011-9-6 15:40:58 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#101836 A facilitated discussion focused around real business issues facing our members in their businesses. This forum is aimed at Chief Executives and Managing Directors who are seeking the opportunity to discuss and interact with peer colleagues from other industries and adopt best practice to implement strategic issues within their own business. All discussions remain confidential within the group. Numbers are limited to make sure that everyone has an opportunity to contribute fully. Further Information amp Booking Form contact Claire Fisher Bookings Administrator on 023 8026 6548 or Email document.write addy10130 document.write admin.hantsiod.net This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 2011-9-5 12:26:42 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#101164 How to create a Google friendly website spread the word about your business attract more customers and generate more sales using free inexpensive internet marketing techniques. Nigel Temple will describe an integrated internet marketing system during this Masterclass. He will also review your website and provide detailed feedback and advice. Nigel has taught internet marketing since 2000. He is a knowledgeable and engaging presenter who always packs a great deal into his presentations. Discover a series of practical proven and effective techniques during this fast paced event including new ideas and strategies which Nigel is revealing for the first time. Topics include SEO Search Engine Optimisation Social networking and Website strategies. Turbocharge your knowledge in one afternoon One of the best seminars I have ever attended. Stephen Hill Consulting Alternatives Nigel is one of the most entertaining and erudite marketing speakers you will find. I highly recommend that you he... 2011-8-25 10:55:30 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#100566 Join the Oxfordshire Institute of Directors for their first Speed Networking event. This exciting evening will offer you the opportunity to begin building new contacts within your region as we move into Autumn. Further Information amp Booking Form contact Claire Fisher Bookings Administrator on 023 8026 6548. Brief details are Time 1830 21.00 Venue The Randolph Hotel Beaumont Street Oxford OX1 2HT 16324 for members amp guests and non members welcome at 16330. incl. VAT 2011-8-16 10:23:05 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#100561 The Buckinghamshire Institute of Directors have organised a Rowing Experience Evening Presentation amp Buffet at the fabulous Dorney Lakes. Details and bookings though Juliet Rushent 0118 942 9608. Briefly held at Dorney Lake off Court Lane Dorney Windsor SL4 6QP. For members and Guests 16340.00 vat. NonMember are welcome 16350.00 vat. The evening starts at 1830 till 2200. 2011-8-16 08:48:19 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#100066 Practical Business Solutions associates Sandler Training in Hampshire are inviting business to their Break The Sales Rules amp Win More Business event. This FREE event takes place on Tuesday the 23rd August 2011 form 0930 till 1130. For further details and registration please CLICK HERE . Alternatively you may contact Jonathan Russell of Sandler Training at Langstone Technology Park in Havant PO9 1SA document.write addy55731 document.write jrussellsandler.com This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.hampshire.sandler.com 2011-8-8 12:01:21 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#99235 The Pub Hubs have proved to be so successful that we are starting a New Pub Hub in Wendover at the Red Lion Hotel High Street HP22 6DU on Wednesday 27th July from 1830. Its an ideal opportunity to meet members guests and non members in an informal and relaxed atmosphere no need to book just come along. 2011-7-27 13:27:17 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#99079 For a quick view of the event CLICK HERE 2011-7-25 15:54:57 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#98295 Sue Granshaw of Copiae Consultancy Ltd will be presenting the findings of a recent survey of 70 local employers conducted jointly with Brunel University. The survey asked Employers what they thought of the recent proposals to reform the Employment Tribunal system which could impact employers significantly. This event will not only examine the survey results but will also give you some useful information on how this proposed legislation could impact your business. For further information and bookings call Claire Fisher on 023 8026 6548 2011-7-13 18:11:23 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#98130 Kirtlington park symbolises an era of elegance the Palladian mansion built in 1746 stands in fifty acres of formal gardens and parkland. Experience the excitement of the game the beautifully groomed horses and the countryside. Watch two polo matches on the clubs premier ground with live commentary from the decadent surroundings of the clubhouse whilst enjoying a buffet lunch. To find out more contact Rebecca Upright IoD Branch Administrator or call her on 01865 390025 Event Details Saturday 13 August 2011 From 12.00 till 16.30 At Kirtlington Park Polo Office Park Farm Kirtlington Oxfordshire OX5 3JQ Cost 16340.00 members 16350.00 non members prices exclude VAT. 2011-7-11 13:53:24 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#97132 NED Solutions Alliance Partners Devant are continuing their highlt successful series of Breakfast Seminars with Key Commercial and Contractual issues when Selling Software as a Service. With Cloud Computing taking centre stage in many marketing promotions it is important to appreciate the practicalities of doing business in this environment. The event commences at 0800 with registrations and breakfast and will conclude at 1000. Location is Devants offices in Rieley RG7 1NW. Full Details and Registration are available by clicking here . 2011-6-27 14:11:21 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#96654 NED Solutions Alliance Partners Passionate Innovation and Point HR are be running a new halfday intensive and interactive workshop on how to inspire a team to innovate. Does your team have space to Innovate Is thinking about new ideas and ways to deal with problems innovatively embedded into the DNA of your organisation Your team can be a dramatic source of new ideas and a source of energy to put them into practice. This workshop will focus on practical solutions and techniques on how to make this happen. The organisers are keen to ensure that attendees have no direct competitors at this event. So in addition to monitoring applications the workshop is for a maximum of 10 attendees. To reserve a place contact the organisers at document.write addy2996 document.write teamworkshoppassionateinnovation.com This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with your name company and whe... 2011-6-20 14:37:11 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#96649 On Tuesday the 28th of June NED Solutions South East are holding their first Alliance Partner event This will at the Holiday Inn Reading South. The formal programme will take place between 1730 and 1930 including a keynote presentation from Jo Haig For details and reservations use Eventbrite please click here . Anyone wishing to know more may contact the NED Solutions South East CEO Steve Wright at document.write addy87612 document.write Steve.WrightNEDsolutions.co.uk This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 2011-6-20 14:05:21 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#96648 The Information Commissioners Office ICO has issued guidance on new regulations that will affect thousands of UK business owners following the the publication of the Privacy and Electronic Communications EC Directive Amendment Regulations 2011.The new regulations which came into force on 25th May 2011 and which apply to all EU websites require website owners to get explicit consent from users before cookies are stored on their computers. In effect this makes thousands of websites illegal under European law.Although consent will not be required when a cookie is strictly necessary to deliver a service which has been explicitly requested by the user the ICO has confirmed that this will be a narrow exception which applies to a small range of activities such as the use of cookies in online shopping baskets.The ICO has said it will not begin enforcing the new rules for another 12 months. Businesses should however take immediate steps to1.Investigate which cookies they are already using2.Cons... 2011-6-20 14:02:58 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#95568 On Tuesday 7th June2011 The IoD will review Cloud Computing for Directors A Money Saving Strategy for your IT. Laurence Martin of Black Swan Training Solutions will explain what Cloud Computing is what services are available how it can better support your business and even change your strategy. Laurence will even look at the common doubts people have and share a couple of case studies. This is taking place at Langstone Technology Park Langstone Road Havant Hampshire PO9 1SA 2011-6-6 08:57:11 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#95248 NED Solutions Alliance Partner Devant Limited continue their run of free effective Breakfast Seminars with Defusing Legal Timebombs Indemnities Penalties and Liquidated Damages these terms regularly lead the top ten most negotiated terms list compiled by the IACCM. But what do they really mean and how much could they cost you Join us for a free Breakfast Briefing event where Tiffany Kemp Devants Managing Director will shed some light on how to defuse these legal time bombs. To find out more and to register click here . The date is Tuesday 14th June 2011. The time is 0800 till 1000. The Location is Devant Limited 1st Floor Stratfield House Risley Business Park Basingstoke Road RISLEY Berkshire RG7 1NW 2011-6-1 14:12:38 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#95247 NED Solutions and JMF Employer Services invite you to our latest Hampshire Business Growth Seminar. The morning will cover the key areas of running a business HR marketing operations and management and you will gain insights into how to turn a good business into a great business. The Southampton Seminar is on Friday the 10th June 2011. From 1000 1300. For more info and to book your place click here . 2011-6-1 14:11:16 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#95246 NED Solutions and JMF Employer Services invite you to our latest Hampshire Business Growth Seminar. The morning will cover the key areas of running a business HR marketing operations and management and you will gain insights into how to turn a good business into a great business. The Basingstoke seminar is on Thursday the 9th June 2011 from 0800 1000. For more info and to book your place click here . 2011-6-1 14:08:40 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#93113 NED Solutions Alliance Partner Devant Limited continue their run of free effective Breakfast Seminars with Successful Negotiation Devants founder and MD Tiffany Kemp will be sharing the secrets learned from hundreds of highvalue negotiations during this intensive seminar to help you Understand the key ingredients of successful negotiations Learn the three golden rules to immediately improve your negotiating outcomes and Avoid common negotiating traps. You will buzz with ideas for improving your results from the minute you leave the room. So dont delay Register Now The date is Tuesday 10th May. The time is 0800 till 1000. The Location is Devant Limited 1st Floor Stratfield House Risley Business Park Basingstoke Road RISLEY Berkshire RG7 1NW If you would like further information about the event please call 0118 353 6000 2011-5-4 12:18:49 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#90675 Keystone Laws William Robins who specialises in venture capital and angel finance will outline the essentials regarding nondisclosure agreements terms sheets shareholder agreements and investment readiness. Click here to reserve your place. 2011-3-31 12:07:59 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#90674 Passionate Innovation an Alliance Partner of NED Solutions is continuing its highly successful Breakfast Series with Social Media Value Add or Time Wasting. They believe that Too many business people think that using Social Media is not real work and intend not only to put the record straight but also to enable all participants to gain useful business insights. Details areOn Tuesday April 19 2011 from 745 AM 1000 AM GMT At The Refectory Guildford Cathedral Guildford GU2 7UP To book your place click here . Further details can be found at www.passionateinnovation.com as well as at www.eventbrite.com 2011-3-31 11:53:40 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#90668 If you have some ideas of your own dont forget to tell the IoD. Their Document can be found at httpwww.iod.comResourcesDocumentpolicypublicationsfreebies1102.pdf If you have ideas for the South East let us know. Maybe NED Solutions Limited can make a difference. Just contact Steve Wright at document.write addy76793 document.write Steve.Wrightnedsolutions.co.uk 2011-3-31 11:11:31 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#90564 Dont miss out on Aprils free Business Growth seminar. Places are limited to make sure you reserve yours today. The morning is designed to help SMEs get the most from their resources and maximise profit in 2011 whilst offering an unmissable networking opportunity. The seminar is free to those that meet the criteria and includes refreshments. Criteria are business owner or decision maker focussing on growth in 2011 employ 15 people or more based in Hampshire Berkshire or Surrey. Our expert panel of speakers includes Steve Wright JMF Employer Services Obtain Profit Through People.Giles Miskin The Colour Works Team Working for Efficiency.Michal Dunn NED Solutions Realising your Companys Potential Reduce Overheads Raise Finance and Realise Strategy. To book your ticket for Eastleigh on 5th April 2011 from 10am 12pm click here . For any additional enquires please email us on infojmfes.co.uk or call one of the team on 023 8089 2873. 2011-3-30 13:10:44 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#90562 Dont miss out on Aprils free Business Growth seminar. Places are limited to make sure you reserve yours today. The morning is designed to help SMEs get the most from their resources and maximise profit in 2011 whilst offering an unmissable networking opportunity. The seminar is free to those that meet the criteria and includes refreshments. Criteria are business owner or decision maker focussing on growth in 2011 employ 15 people or more based in Hampshire Berkshire or Surrey. Our expert panel of speakers includes Steve Wright JMF Employer Services Obtain Profit Through People.Giles Miskin The Colour Works Team Working for Efficiency.Michal Dunn NED Solutions Realising your Companys Potential Reduce Overheads Raise Finance and Realise Strategy. To book your ticket for Eastleigh on 5th April 2011 from 10am 12pm click here . For any additional enquires please email us on infojmfes.co.uk or call one of the team on 023 8089 2873. 2011-3-30 13:05:21 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#90558 For businesses and charities ... if youre directly responsible for generating new income or youre responsible for those who are this Masterclass will tell you how LinkedIn can help. Whether you are a regular LinkedIn user a complete LinkedIn novice or just want to make it work for you... At the end of this training session you will Have a toolkit to help you significantly increase income in 2011 Understand the benefits of using LinkedIn Know what you have to do to generate leads using LinkedIn Have a host of tips for making it work The session will cover the following topics What is LinkedIn How does it fit into the world of Social Media What can you get out of using LinkedIn 5 Simple steps to generating leads using LinkedIn How to fit this in around your busy schedule 10 top tips for using LinkedIn more effectively Lots of reallife examples of how LinkedIn has worked Andrew Wilks is a Marketing Consultant Trainer and Speaker. Having spent his early career with a multinatio... 2011-3-30 12:36:18 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#90555 Each Breakfast Meeting will have a theme which will be confirmed in due course.Time 0730 0930Venue Hartwell House AylesburyPrice 16321.00 Members amp Guests 16326.50 Non Members To find out more contact IoD Buckinghamshire. Telephone 01494 718 699 2011-3-30 12:32:34 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#88146 Author and businessman Martin Fisher will be talking about how bosses increase output by gaining the real Respect of their teams. The talk will be based around his book Only Fools and Bosses Neglect Respect which has been described by Ann Widecombe as delightfully entertaining and informative and I suspect will cause many a boss to reevaluate his or her approach. Date Wednesday 16 MarchTime 1800 to 2100Venue Hampshire Court Hotel Centre Drive Chineham Basingstoke RG24 8FYPrice 16312.50 IoD Members and Guests 16317.50 Nonmembers To find out more contact the IoD Hampshire T 02380 266548 2011-3-1 08:14:27 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#87768 If you have some ideas of your own dont forget to tell the IoD. Their Document can be found at httpwww.iod.comResourcesDocumentpolicypublicationsfreebies1102.pdf If you have ideas for the South East let us know. Maybe we can make a difference. Just contact Steve Wright at document.write addy71107 document.write Steve.Wrightnedsolutions.co.uk This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 2011-2-25 17:34:58 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#87767 NED Solutions Limited is delighted to announce that it is delivering a specialised Non executive directors course licensed and approved by the Institute of Directors IoD. Though primarily for our Clients and Alliance Partners we believe that a large crosssection of organisations would welcome such awareness and skills at board level. Benefits to your organisation and to Individuals include a clear understanding of legal regulatory and behavioural responsibilities increased contribution to the board an understanding of the Non Executive Director role as well as enhanced skills capability and effectiveness. Courses are scheduled to run throughout the year. For further information please contact NED Solutions Limiteds CEO George Edwards 44 0 7952 492 999 beginoftheskypehighlighting 44 0 7952 492 999 endoftheskypehighlighting or email document.write addy34757 document.write george.edwardsnedsolutions.co.uk This email address is ... 2011-2-25 17:30:35 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#87766 Practical Business Support and NED Solutions Alliance Partner Devant Limited are continuing their successful programme of breakfast briefings with Partnering and Joint Ventures. This will deliver a concentrated shot of commercial contracts wisdom plus coffee fruit and pastries enabling you to kickstart the day. The next date is on Tuesday 8th March 2011 and the place is Riseley. If you are interested visit www.devant.co.uk and sign up now. Places will be limited so dont delay. If you would like further information about the event call Tiffany Kemp on 0118 353 6001. Yes it really is Breakfast at Tiffanys 2011-2-25 17:26:22 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#81783 NED Solutions Alliance Partner Passionate Innovation have joined forces with Vision Engineering Manufacturing Services to deliver a practical and expert 1 Day Workshop for organisations developing new product ideas and planning to bring new products to market but who dont have full inhouse prototyping design for manufacture or supply chain development facilities. This workshop Turning ideas into reality from paper to prototype using PILOT will be of interest to business development managers product designers marketing managers engineers purchasing and supply chain managers as well as members of senior management teams. If you are in this group click here to find out more and to book a place. The date is Tuesday December 14 2010 from 930 AM 500 PM. The Location is Vision Engineering Conference Suite Monument House Monument Way West. WOKING GU21 5EN. For further details including costs and booking go to httpwww.eventbrite.comdirectorylocStratforduponavon2CP3ampqPILOT 2010-12-1 13:14:34 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#81782 Alison Hopkinson of the FD Centre a dedicated firm of outsourced Financial Directors and a partner of HR Advantage offers you a free Financial Health check. This will give you time with an experienced finance director getting some answers to your questions. In addition A bullet point guide to the improvements you can make across your business helping you create a future plan. Not forgetting the indepth look into one of the areas a report on the most important topic you choose. The FD Centre is an Alliance Partner of NED Solutions. If you would like to take up this free opportunity please call Alison Hopkinson on 07966 260748 or email document.write addy96868 document.write Alison.Hopkinsonthefdcentre.co.uk This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please mention that you saw the offer on our website thank you. 2010-12-1 13:11:42 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#81781 NED Solutions Alliance Partners Keystone Law and Beer and Partners are again teaming up to offer an Angel Investment Day at Keystone Laws offices in Mayfair when six high growth companies will pitch to around 40 angels. Keystone Law 53 Davies Street London W1K 5JH t 020 7152 6550 f 0845 458 9398 e document.write addy21934 document.write enquirieskeystonelaw.co.uk This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Angel investors who would like to attend this event should click here to reserve a place . 2010-12-1 13:08:01 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#79970 NED Solutions Alliance Partner Devant Limited are continuing their successful programme of breakfast briefings with Dispute Management. This will deliver a concentrated shot of commercial contracts wisdom plus coffee fruit and pastries enabling you to kickstart the day. The date is Tuesday the 16th November and the place is Riseley.If you are interested visit www.devant.co.uk and sign up now. Places will be limited so dont delay.If you would like further information about the event call Tiffany Kemp on 0118 353 6001. Yes it really is Breakfast at Tiffanys 2010-11-10 11:55:58 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#79968 Nigel Temples Marketing Masterclass Thursday 25th November 2010 2pm 5pm A fast paced practical workshop covering Why Social Media is such an effective marketing technique What impact Social Media can have on your enterprise Whether to use Twitter Facebook LinkedIn or other networks If you should blog and how to use this technique effectively The key elements of a Social Media campaign How much time to spend and what you should be doing How to attract more followers contacts How to generate awareness response and sales Practical marketing tips and ideas The Venue is Norden Farm Centre for the Arts Altwood Road MAIDENHEAD SL6 4PF 01628 788 997 For Bookings and enquires please Email Ben Temple at benmarketingcompass.co.uk 2010-11-10 11:34:30 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#79108 On 1 October 2009 Martin Bean became The Open Universitys fifth ViceChancellor. He is the first nonacademic to head the OU. He wants to develop closer links with employers to encourage employees to develop their skills take advantage of the new learning tools and the next web generation. Date 15112010 Time 0700 0930 Venue Mercure Parkside Hotel Woughton on the Green Milton Keynes MK8 3LRPrice Members 16315 Nonmembers 16325 VAT For Further Information please contact Ann Wilson T 01908 749842 E IoD Milton Keynes 2010-10-30 14:45:48 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#77272 NED Solutions Alliance Partners Keystone Law in conjunction with Beer and Partners will be hosting its quarterly Angel Investment Day when six high growth companies will pitch to about 40 angels. If you are an angel investor and would like to attend please contact William Robins william.robinskeystonelaw.co.uk This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 2010-10-7 10:50:25 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#77270 NED Solutions Alliance Partner Devant Limited are continuing their successful programme of breakfast briefings with Shareholder Agreements. This will deliver a concentrated shot of commercial contracts wisdom plus coffee fruit and pastries enabling you to kickstart the day. The date is Tuesday the 12th October and the place is Riseley.If you are interested visit www.devant.co.uk and sign up now. Places will be limited so dont delay.If you would like further information about the DEvant Breakfast Briefing Programme call Tiffany Kemp on 0118 353 6001. Yes it really is Breakfast at Tiffanys 2010-10-7 10:48:03 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#77268 Alison Hopkinson of the FD Centre a dedicated firm of outsourced Financial Directors and a partner of HR Advantage offers you a free Financial Health check. This will give you time with an experienced finance director getting some answers to your questions. In addition A bullet point guide to the improvements you can make across your business helping you create a future plan. Not forgetting the indepth look into one of the areas a report on the most important topic you choose. If you would like to take up this free opportunity please call Alison Hopkinson on 07966 260748 or email Alison.Hopkinsonthefdcentre.co.uk This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please mention that you saw the offer on our website thank you. 2010-10-7 10:46:14 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#73218 NED Solutions are hiring Regional Directors All Regions... All Sectors... All Businesses... there is a NED Solution. Unlock the true potential of your business NED Directors are your business oracle providing real life experience and advice introducing the right solutions for your busines... If you are interested or want a chat to understand more just call 07818 452 642. Alternatively visit www.NedSolutions.co.uk 2010-8-19 15:14:21 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#59750 NED Solutions 2010-3-4 10:13:21 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#51257 As the Manager of your own business it is usually difficult to spot the traps pitfalls and sheer black holes in the TAX regime in the UK today. You are sometimes lucky enough to get sensible advice on a particular tax situation but rarely are you able to achieve real guidance taking into account the complexity of all your assets and relationships. Such a holistic approach is what you can expect from The Asset Preservation Partnership. For further information please contact Michael Dunn of Practical Business Support. Michael.DunnPracticalBusinessSupport.co.uk or 07818 452 642. To review just one case study PRESS HERE. 2009-10-23 18:13:36 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#49304 Why do customers choose to visit Henley Thame or Wallingford Understanding customer demands annd what it means for your business. For a quick overview and event details PRESS HERE. 2009-9-23 15:16:24 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#48784 sdfghj 2009-9-15 18:17:39 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#48725 Are You in the Construction Industry and Owed Money If yes Adjudication is there to help you What is it Which Industries are affected What disputes can be adjudicated Who pays for the Adjudication When is the decision given How is the decision enforced All these questions are answered in the attached document. PRESS HERE to view. 2009-9-14 19:53:58 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#48531 PLATO Sustain is a twoyear business and personal development programme targeted at small and mediumsized enterprises SMEs based on the PLATOTM principle of peergroup learning. PLATO Sustain is aimed at helping companies improve their business sustainability encouraging them to feed this improvement through their supply chains and employees and adopt environmental friendly behaviour. The offer is for a place on a business improvement and leadership development programme with a green agenda that would normally cost 1633500 per delegate but because EU funding has been secured is free to join. See attached and www.platogb.co.ukPLATOSustain.aspx for further details. 2009-9-11 11:50:24 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#47571 Atlantic identify ways for their clients to reduce their nonessential overhead spend across a comprehensive range of cost categories. Yet they maintain and often improve the suppliers level of service. To date their average generated savings over all cost categories has exceeded 25. They have been able to achieve this through attending to clients needs and capitalising on their bulk buying power of an aggregate member annual turnover of 1631.2 Billion The attached Flyer or their website may answer your questions. PRESS HERE to reviewdownload the flyer. Or goto www.atlanticbr.co.uk for their website. Should you wish an initial conversation please do not hesitate to contact Michael Dunn at Michael.DunnPracticalBusinessSupport.co.uk or on o 01844 260 560 m 07818 452 642. 2009-8-26 14:09:10 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#46912 With UK coverage accomplished NED Solutions Limited is tuning its regional networks and the South East is no exception. For quick details CLICK HERE. Whilst for a more direct chat call or Email ... ... Regional Director Michael Dunn. On 07931 650 710 or at Michael.DunnNEDsolutions.co.uk 2009-8-14 13:11:05 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#45031 Abbotts Office Solutions is delighted to announce that they now provide a quality electronic archive solution for old paperwork. Paperwork that could be costing you 1631000s in rented dead office space and lost time in searching for that key document. This cost effective solution could not be simpler. Their drivers will collect your boxes of documents and return a CD to you containing scanned searchable PDF images. For further information on Abbotts Archive Solution or more comprehensive Electronic Document Management solutions please contact Michael Dunn o 01844 260 560 or m 07931 650 710 Michael.DunnPracticalBusinessSupport.co.uk 2009-7-16 15:49:53 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#44115 Yesterday 29th July 2009 saw the enabling of the new Anywhere SG Ltd website at www.anywheresolutionsgroup.co.uk Contact Anywhere is a webbased CRM system. It provides a single source of data on all your contacts activities diary and sales pipeline. Its all available to authorised users anytime anywhere on the planet. All you need is a PC with a web browser. Contact Anywhere provides a Contact module and a Sales module both painstakingly designed to adapt to your processes instead of forcing your business and people to change. For further information Do visit there website or contact Michael Dunn of Practical Business Support Ltd Michael.DunnPracticalBusinessSupport.co.uk o 01844 260 560 m 07931 650 710 2009-6-30 10:52:33 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#43915 An effective and fully integrated Contact Management CRM and Sales Force Automation service with transparent and totally predictable costing available to the SME and sub SME market. With instant gratification implementation measured in days not months or years For further information CLICK HERE to viewdownload. 2009-6-26 15:45:46 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#43797 NED Solutions Limited supplies Professional Directors for small medium and social enterprise organisations on a virtual or part time basis to mentor and grow a clients business. For brief information CLICK HERE for a quick view. For a more detailed understanding contact Michael Dunn NED Solutions Regional Director South East Michael.Dunnnedsolutions.co.uk 2009-6-24 16:52:14 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#43795 The Enterprise Finance Guarantee has replaced the Small Firms Loan Guarantee Scheme which has been suspended until new Government proposals for a scheme after march 2010 have been finalised. If you would like to know more about the scheme PRESS HERE to download a short document that clearly set out a quick view. 2009-6-24 16:05:07 http://www.practicalbusinesssupport.co.uk/page7.htm#43329 The Purchasing Partnership has established itself as a viable service for those wishing to have Purchasing Manager skills available to solve problems and save money without the overhead of a permanent and specialized member of staff. For further information CLICK HERE and download. 2009-6-15 17:53:25