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BUSINESS TIP OF THE DAY

Choose your networking carefully

All too often I meet people who felt pressured to join a networking group and did so on their first visit. A good tip is to visit several and decide on one or two that you feel can meet your needs.
Never give in to pressure on the day, you need to carefully consider what the organisation offers. Does it offer training, mentoring and support. What do you have to commit to?
Speak to other members and find out about their experiences. See what people are saying about the group online. How are they going to help you promote your business?
Viva Business Networking.
(10-09-10)

 

Create a flawless reputation

It is important to create a flawless reputation so make sure client facing staff members are appropriately experienced to speak with confidence and to email accurately. Answering the telephone in a timely fashion and quickly transferring the caller to the correct person is critical to reputation so businesses should have an efficient telecoms system, suited to their business needs. Speak to Natterbox for more details.
Natterbox.
(10-09-10)

 

Your Branding & Identity

A vital part of your business is your branding and identity. First impressions are everything. An effective brand tells your customers and the world who you are and what you do. If you don't create a good first impression, potential customers may pass you by and never return again.
Anil Amrit Graphic & Web Design.
(09-09-10)

 

Free Up Some Space with Free Storage

Why not free up your office/working space by taking advantage of free storage. We offer free storage for a month with no further obligation. If you do stay you will find our prices competitive and our service excellent
Supastorage Ltd .
(08-09-10)

 

Believe in Yourself.

If you don't believe in yourself no-one else will, or your products or services.
WomansWork.
(08-09-10)

 

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If you run a business in Mansfield or if you are thinking of setting up a new business in Mansfield 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 Mansfield, it makes sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer based in Mansfield who is prepared to help small businesses or new business start ups.

 

Mansfield Business Advice & Support | Mansfield Accountants | Banking & Finance | Commercial Property | Mansfield Design | Mansfield Networking Clubs | Mansfield Printers | Sales & Marketing | Mansfield Web Design | Website Optimisation | Local Directory.

 

Business Information

You will find LOCAL business information and useful contacts in these Mansfield business pages, but we have also created an extensive library of general business information to help give your business the best chance of success. The answers to 100's of the most frequently asked business questions can 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 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
  Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce. Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce (DNCC) delivers a wide range of business support services, across both counties to its members and the wider business community and to individuals seeking to gain employment through learning. Through membership of DNCC members can access extensive networking opportunities a wide range of discounted services, international trade services and information services,
info@dncc.co.uk | http://www.dncc.co.uk | 01246 207 207
  Federation of Small Business Notts & Derby. 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 office: PO Box 7029, Middleton, Derby, DE4 9AL
| http://www.fsb.org.uk | 01629 825314
  Learning and Skills Council - Nottinghamshire. 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 4187
  Nottinghamshire Education Business Alliance, NEBA understands that by promoting the needs of local businesses, through various activities and programmes, we can offer opportunities for learners and teachers to raise their skills and understanding of the world of work. We recruit and train business volunteers to work with, and support, learners in developing and enhancing their enterprise skills and entrepreneurial attitudes.
| http://www.neba.info | 01623 404 345
  Regeneration East Midlands. Regeneration East Midlands is the regional centre of excellence for sustainable communities in the East Midlands. Our mission is to lead the way in developing skills, improving knowledge, sharing good practice and promoting innovation to improve all aspects of social and physical regeneration in the region. We work with the full diversity of communities and practitioners in the East Midlands.
| http://www.regenerationem.co.uk | 0115 979 2333

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