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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If you run a business in
Essex or if you are thinking of setting up a new
business in
Essex we hope that you will find this site both
interesting and useful.
It has been designed to help you find
local firms and business support organisations who
will be happy to give you friendly advice as well
as provide the services that you may need.
We are happy to add pages for smaller
towns and villages in the county. Please see
Essex towns
page for current list.
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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 Essex, it makes
sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer
based in Essex who is prepared to help small
businesses or new business start ups.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
TO KNOW ABOUT STARTING A BUSINESS
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.
Select subject from the dropdown list.
USEFUL
ESSEX BUSINESS INFORMATION
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
Business Link East
Last year over 108,000 businesses used Business Link???s expert services. Many said that the free, independent and impartial help they received had a significant and positive impact on their business. From free one-to-one business advice, free skills workshops, start-up support and in-depth business reviews, the people at Business Link can help prepare you and your business for future growth.
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http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/east |
08457 17 16 15
East of England Development Agency
EEDA supports over 100,000 businesses each year by providing high-quality support, information, advice and funding. |
http://www.eeda.org.uk |
01223 713900
Essex Chambers of Commerce
Essex Chambers of Commerce, the County's leading business support organisation. Our aim, on behalf of our Members, is to remain the largest private sector provider of business support in Essex and to continue to provide excellent value and expertise. enquiries@essexchambers.co.uk |
http://www.essexchambers.co.uk |
01206 765 277
Essex Libraries Business Information Service
Did you know that Essex Libraries has a Business Information Service that can help people who want to start a business and also support established businesses in the county? Based at Chelmsford Library, staff are on hand 7 days a week to answer your questions and you can also access a huge range of business information online at your local library.
So whether you have a business idea or not you can find all the information you need to get you going. Our Business Opportunity Profiles (BOPs) will give you the essential facts on hundreds of business opportunities and our Business Information Factsheets (BIFs) will make it really simple to write your business plan or choose the right legal status for your venture.
You may have a great idea, but you need to do your market research first. You can build up a picture of your potential market from authoritative resources including COBRA, Key Note and Datamonitor. Our community profiles will also help you to choose the right location for your business. And if you decide to set up a Limited Company we can help with that too. For just business.information@essex.gov.uk |
http://www.essex-business.info |
01245 492535
Federation of Small Businesses Essex
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: PO Box 10405, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 9GT |
http://www.fsb.org.uk |
01277 365244
Inspire East
Inspire East is the regional centre of excellence for sustainable communities in the East of England. Our aim is to deliver the knowledge, skills and advice that will inspire you to use and apply best practice. This website show-cases our services and provides a range of information and resources for anyone involved in regeneration. |
http://www.inspire-east.org.uk |
01223 484 644
Learning and Skills Council - Essex
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 4179
Mid Essex Enterprise Agency
The Agency provides valuable support for both new and existing small businesses, and has done successfully for more than twenty five years. If you are considering starting in business, or looking for ways in which to grow an existing businesses, the skills and experience gained over this time, are available to you through our accredited Advisors. From the business idea through to the Business Plan, we will provide the information you need to take your business through evaluation and planning into reality. Many of our services are provided at no cost to yourselves, and our advice is impartial and confidential. |
http://www.midessexenterpriseagency.co.uk |
01245 496 712
Mobile Chargers info
We are a Family company based in Essex, providing a service to the public to enable them to be able to re-charge their mobile phones simply and quickly, so they are able to keep in contact with their loved one's, friends or the most important phones calls. We also provide additional service to the business enterprises who wish to advertise their products and services to the general public. pammaybanks@gmail.com |
http://www.mobilechargers.info |
07544 932192
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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Deciding
where to spend your marketing budget (large or small) to get the best return
is a real challenge.
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. 
