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To boost productivity in the UK, we need to think big and different

Workplace Insight

The decline in UK productivity since the Great Recession of 2008/2009 has been a matter of concern for business leaders, policymakers, and economists alike. In addition, operational managers are often faced with variations of international, national, and regional standards. So how do we address this?

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Barter – The Way forward for Small Business during the credit.

The Small Business Blog

by Stefan Töpfer on Dec 09, 2008 In times of monetary crisis many small business owners, could consider bartering for products and services. If this works with two then it could also work within a bigger group of small businesses where you run an internal credit system. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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Why Your Small Business Needs A SWOT

The Small Business Blog

In brief each element should contain: - Strengths : internal attributes of yourself or your company that will serve to achieve objectives within the company. Weaknesses : internal attributes of the company that may be detrimental to achieving your goals. Opportunities : external factors that will make success easier.

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Change of Business Ownership | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Change of Business Ownership by Stefan Töpfer on Mar 17, 2008 An important consideration for a small business owner when looking towards the future is the possibility that the ownership of their business may change. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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10 minute power meeting technique. | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

by Stefan Țpfer on Oct 31, 2007 When you have internal meetings try to keep them short. Remember this is a rule for internal meetings, for meetings with customers this rule does not apply Рwithin reason of cause. Suppliers will probably thank you for short meetings, so they too can get more done.

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Takeover Disasters | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Takeover Disasters by Stefan Töpfer on Apr 22, 2008 The process of taking over another company can be a very exciting time for you and your business, but it can very quickly turn into an unpleasant experience with serious lasting consequences. bookmarks for April 17th through April 22nd | AccMan Said on April 22nd, 2008 at 7:59 pm [.]

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Small Business Start-Up Idea – Party Planner | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Small Business Start-Up Idea РParty Planner by Stefan Țpfer on May 13, 2008 Organising a party can be time-consuming and stressful for many people. Business environment and set-up cost: There is not much international potential for this business because you will have to work closely with clients. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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