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If it is too good to be true...

then it is very like that it is too good to be true... As a start up business, we are keen for quick results, and we are sometimes tempted by promotions that claim that they will find solutions to our most crucial challenges for little money or in little time (or both). Having started a web base natural stones jewellery business, I receive a high number of promotions promising 1000 of visitors to my site for as little as $3 per month. I would obviously love to improve the number visits to my site, however it has to be done in the correct way. The real truth is that you may indeed get those hits, but they may be using techniques that are not appropriate for my website, such as pop ups appearing when browsing realtes sites, advertising method which I find incredibly annoying and do not want to be associated with. They may also send non targeted customers or robots to click on your page and therefore you get 1000 hits (as promised) but no or little sales out of it. Nothing happens for free (or cheaply) and sometimes the old adage 'you pay for what you get' rings true...

Goldstone Silver Ltd.
(14-03-10)

3 Simple Things

Business is simple and can be broken down in to three areas: 1)getting the work into your business
2)doing the work 3)counting the money. Most Entrepreneurs do number 2 very well but need help with 1 and 3. We can help you with these. If you don't do these three things you will go out of business quickly.
Hall Accountancy.
(14-03-10)

Delegate!

Don't try to do everything yourself or you will find it difficult to focus on your core business. By taking on a VA to manage your admin, you will have more time to concentrate on your business plan and generating revenue.
Virtually 247.
(14-03-10)

Business strategy for growth!

Dont just think about it DO IT.
Yellow Tie.
(11-03-10)

Your vision, your business.

Listen to your inner voice.
Women's Wisdom.
(10-03-10)

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If you run a small business in Devon or if you are thinking of starting up a new business in Devon we hope that you will find this site both interesting and useful.

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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 Devon, it makes sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer based in Devon who is prepared to help small businesses or new business start ups.

Small Business Information

You will find LOCAL information and useful contacts in these Devon pages, but we have also created an extensive library of small business information to help give you the best chance of success. The answers to 100's of the most frequently asked business start up questions can also be found, including..

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USEFUL DEVON BUSINESS WEBSITES

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

Devon Business Directory : Stairway to Devon Our Devon Business Directory offers businesses in Devon a basic online listing (including web link) and a details page. Various options are available, including paid listings and free listings with reciprocal links. Business listings must be based in Devon or have a genuine Devon connection.
http://www.stairway-to-devon.co.uk | See website for details

Devon Education Business Partnership. We are here to bring education and business together for their mutual benefit. Brokering the contribution business can make to all phases of education. To foster the development of an enterprise culture in schools & colleges and to upport the economic development of Devon, Torbay and the UK
http://www.devonebp.org.uk | 01392 215 501

Federation of Small Businesses Devon. 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: 137 St Marychurch Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3HW
http://www.fsb.org.uk | 01803 322499

Learning and Skills Council - Devon and Cornwall. 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 4155

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