It may sound like an obvious one, you probably have to do it at work on a regular basis, but how often do you change you personal login details? We recommend changing your passwords around at least every few months. Try not to use personal data such as DOB, try to use different passwords for each account and get creative! Swap letters for numbers, use capitals and break things up with the odd ? or *. We also recommend you always log out of websites rather than just close the page down. It's better to be safe than sorry!
When starting out its easy to fall into the trap of trying to do everything yourself. Its worth thinking of the time you spend on a job, especially one you dont enjoy - maybe time would be better spent on the job you do enjoy and set up business to do.
When starting out its easy to fall into the trap of trying to do everything yourself. Its worth thinking of the time you spend on a job, especially one you dont enjoy - maybe time would be better spent on the job you do enjoy and set up business to do.
Many people forget to consider their mobile audience when building a website. The popularity of smart phones has given your customers easier online access to your business, and it is becoming a growing point of purchase that shouldn't be neglected,
Surprise you potential customer. Whether it is making the effort to go and see them in person, or simply responding to an email the moment it arrives with you, personal touces with differentiate you from your competition.
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It has been designed to help you find
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Recommended Local Partner
Aviation Business Park, Enterprise Close, Christchurch,
Dorset, BH23 6NX
Basepoint Bournemouth provides a wide range of flexible business
accommodation, from small one or two-person units, through to mid-size and larger
units. It includes a range of workshops - some with mezzanine floors.
Situated on a prominent site at Aviation Business Park, an established
business park adjoining Bournemouth International Airport, occupiers benefit
from a superb road network. Ringwood, Ferndown, Bournemouth and Poole town centres
are all easily accessible, together with the nearby Castlepoint Shopping Centre.
For further information please contact Carly or Rosemary on 01202
331700 or email: bournemouth@basepoint.co.uk
If you know of any resources that could help local start-ups,
please do let us know. This could be a
business, organisation, event, training opportunity, or networking group. We
would love to hear from you and will be extremely grateful for your help.
LOCAL
FIRMS
Although
there are plenty of online business directories,
it can sometimes be quite difficult to find LOCAL
companies who are genuinely keen to support you.
For example if you are based in Dorset, it makes
sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer
based in Dorset who is prepared to help small
businesses or new business start ups.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
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In
addition to these local pages, we have also compiled
a library of information covering all of the key
issues that you have to consider when starting
a business.
This includes articles, downloads and links to
the best resources that are available for new
business start ups.
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USEFUL
DORSET BUSINESS INFORMATION
Bournemouthtowncouk
www.bournemouthtown.co.uk is an Online magazine which has been developed to help local businesses get found on Google. With over 55000 visitors per month, we offer excellent branding and coverage through editorial, news stories, features and advertising from just info@bournemouthtown.co.uk |
http://bournemouthtown.co.uk |
01202 431300
Business Link
Business Link is a free business advice and support service, available online and through local advisers. Businesslink.gov.uk helps your business save time and money by giving you instant access to clear, simple, and trustworthy information. It is developed in partnership with subject experts within government and relevant business-support organisations to help you comply with regulations and improve your performance. Whether you're starting up, already running a business, or looking to grow and develop, Business Link can help you. |
http://www.businesslink.gov.uk |
0845 600 9 006
Dorset Business
Dorset Business, the Chamber of Commerce & Industry, is an independent organisation that has been created to benefit its members' businesses and to enhance the business environment of Dorset. Established in 1949, Dorset Business, formerly known as Dorset Chamber of Commerce & Industry has a long and proud tradition of serving the business community. We are recognised as one of the most active chambers in the UK. One of 52 accredited chambers in the UK, we guarantee to deliver business a high quality of service and a comprehensive range of activities. An independent organisation Dorset Business represents the interests of approaching a thousand members from sole trader businesses to large multi-nationals, with representatives from every business sector. info@dorsetbusiness.net |
http://www.dcci.co.uk |
01202 714 800
Dorset Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Dorset Chamber of Commerce represents businesses of all sizes and sectors from across the County of Dorset and beyond delivering the very best services, business information and advice. We hold over 100 events and training courses every year and strive to give all its members the opportunity to learn, meet new contacts and promote their business through networking or sponsorship opportunities. Acorn Office Park, Ling Road, Tower Park, Dorset
BH12 4NZ. E-mail:contact@dorsetbusiness.net |
http://www.dcci.co.uk |
01202 714800
Federation of Small Business Wessex
The Federation of Small Businesses is the UK's largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. Formed in 1974, it now has over 200,000 members across 33 regions. In addition, Member Services is committed to delivering a wide range of high quality, good value business services to members of the FSB. Regional organiser: Christchurch Business Centre, Grange Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 4JD |
http://www.fsb.org.uk |
01425 280080
Learning and Skills Council - Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole
The Learning and Skills Council exists to make England better skilled and more competitive. We have a single goal: to improve the skills of England???s young people and adults to ensure we have a workforce of world-class standard. |
http://www.lsc.gov.uk |
0845 019 4148
Organisation for Responsible Businesses (ORB)
ORB is a business membership organisation for businesses that want to stand out from the crowd: for businesses that believe ethics and values are important; for businesses that consider people and the environment in their business decisions. Being a member of ORB, using the Responsible Business Member logo and having an entry in the Responsible Business Directory is a great way to market your business and is an asset to any qualifying business. jill@orbuk.org |
http://www.orbuk.org.uk |
01702 468387
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