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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GLOUCESTERSHIRE 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
Community Action
Community Action is a registered charity that works to support mainly rural communities based in the West of England covering North Somerset, Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We were founded in 1974 and since that time we have helped numerous groups and individuals. |
http://www.community-action.org |
01275 393837
Glosjobs
GlosJobs is the largest on-line job advertiser in Gloucestershire with thousands of jobs offered everyday. GlosJobs has a large number of users, withup to 57,000 unique user sessions logged per month. So we are confident that we can help you to find the right employees for your business and help you to find the right job! office@glosjobs.co.uk |
http://www.glosjobs.co.uk |
01242 700435
GlosOfferscouk
GlosOffers.co.uk is a Gloucestershire based website where you can info@glosoffers.co.uk |
http://www.GlosOffers.co.uk |
GlosWhatsOn
GlosWhatsOn.co.uk aims to be the most comprehensive guide to events and venues in Gloucestershire. You can use the site to find out What's On in Gloucestershire on any given day, week or month. The events are sorted into Cheltenham, Gloucester, Stroud, Tewkesbury, Cirencester and Forest of Dean Areas. info@gloswhatson.co.uk |
http://www.GlosWhatsOn.co.uk |
Gloucestershire County Council - Trading Standards Dept
The Trading Standrds department's role is to promote and maintain a fair and safe trading environment, to protect consumers, and to enable businesses to thrive within the county of Gloucestershire. |
http://www.tradingstandards.gov.uk/glos |
01452 426 201
Gloucestershire Education Business Partnership
Education Business Links are the foundation of a flexible and effective workforce. It is vital that the employees of tomorrow leave our education system with the skills needed to survive in a modern working world. Young people need to develop the skills for work, about work and through work and develop an enterprising attitude.
office@glosebp.co.uk |
http://www.glosebp.co.uk |
01242 676908
GWE Business West
GWE Business West Ltd is a leading membership and economic development organisation delivering an extensive range of services to businesses. As a powerful voice for business we play a major role in shaping and supporting economic growth and success. info@gwebusinesswest.co.uk |
http://www.gwe.uk.com |
01761 411800
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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