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Read the latest business news, top tips, support and funding announcements, and success stories from across the region.

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  • Tips

01 September 2025

Back to business: 5 ways to reset your business goals this September

Back to business this September: reset goals, re-engage teams, refine plans, build routines & set fresh ambitions for year-end success.

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  • Employer resources
  • Tips

29 August 2025

How to attract the right staff for your growing business

Today’s professionals are more discerning than ever; read these tips on how to attract great talent.

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  • Export
  • Tips

08 August 2025

3 things you need to know before expanding into international markets

The three questions every business should answer before going global.

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  • Employer resources
  • Tips

07 August 2025

Why choose an apprentice as an SME?

How to get funding to cover the training costs of an apprentice. As well as being great for staff retention, apprenticeships are a great way to give new or existing staff the skills your business needs.

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  • Employer resources
  • Tips

28 July 2025

Employee value in small businesses: 5 ways to build a stronger, happier team

Staff turnover, low engagement and unclear job roles can quietly chip away at your business growth.

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  • Marketing
  • Tips

25 July 2025

Updates to social media platforms

Latest updates and new features coming to the big social platforms, and how businesses can make use of them.

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  • SEO
  • Tips

23 July 2025

5 top tips: Simple SEO steps to help you rank better in Google

In case you missed our recent free SEO webinars, here are a few takeaways to apply to your website and marketing strategy.

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  • Sales
  • Tips

17 July 2025

Boost your sales leads

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to revitalise your sales pipeline, here are 10 practical tips to boost your strategy and build lasting customer relationships.