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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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ESSEX BUSINESS

If you run a small business in Essex or if you are thinking of starting 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.

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.

Small Business Information

You will find LOCAL information and useful contacts in these Essex 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..

Q. Starting A New Business - What are the key considerations before I start?

Q. Starting A New Business - Should I buy an existing business?

Q. Running A Small Business - Why is it important to have a business plan?

Q. Running A Small Business - What is marketing?

Q. Small Business Funding - How can I raise start up capital?

See the Start Your Own Business home page for a full list of subjects covered.

USEFUL ESSEX 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

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.
http://www.essexchambers.co.uk | 01206 765 277

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

If you offer a product or service that can help new business start ups or existing small businesses in Essex, we would love to hear from you. (Free listing)

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