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5 tips for Sourcing Employee Training for Small Businesses

The Small Business Blog

5 tips for Sourcing Employee Training for Small Businesses by Stefan Țpfer on Nov 09, 2009 The top 5 tips weekly post is always full of hints and tips for small, home & micro business owners. Contact local development agencies Рsome may offer training programs Hire local teachers or consultants to run short training schedules.

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The Bribery Act – what do assistants need to know?

Practically Perfect PA

During this year’s event the powers that be put on a PA day which along with the exhibition including specific training sessions for PAs. Although I have already attended a training course on Financial Crime through work I thought I’d refresh my memory and go along to a session on the Bribery Act and how it specifically affects Assistants.

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How to negotiate when planning an event

Practically Perfect PA

Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. I have picked up so many tips from her on how to negotiate and get your way with suppliers that I wanted to share them with you. Don’t let the supplier rush you into making any decisions.

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How to negotiate when planning an event?

Practically Perfect PA

Well I didn’t, I hired a fantastic events co-ordinator to do all of the negotiating with the venue and suppliers on my behalf. I have picked up so many tips from her on how to negotiate and get your way with suppliers that I wanted to share them with you. Don’t let the supplier rush you into making any decisions.

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Bank of America Announces New Program to Help Spur Small Business Lending Nationwide

Small Business CEO

SBA and USDA microloans are made through local nonprofit lenders, which also provide business training and technical assistance. To access the capital, nonprofit lenders participating in these federal loan programs must set aside loan loss reserves at levels of up to 15 percent of the capital provided by the agencies.