Remote Reception

Remote Reception

Many companies are now under severe strain as the furlough scheme comes to an end and income has not yet come back. There is real worry that income levels will not be back to normal even by the end of 2021. Some business owners may decide to put their companies into hibernation until times are…

The Importance of Taking a Break: Boost Productivity and Enjoy Your Summer Holidays

The Importance of Taking a Break: Boost Productivity and Enjoy Your Summer Holidays

According to research carried out by Sage, it is surprising to learn that over 30% of small business owners in the UK did not take a break last year. Strikingly, the smaller the business, the more likely this trend becomes. Ironically, despite working longer hours than the average individual, many small business owners find it…

Preparations to Jump Ship

Preparations to Jump Ship

Well, of course we are not talking about ships but jobs. During the recession many people have been working in jobs that they find unfulfilling or dissatisfying as they should feel ‘lucky to have a job’.  Having a steady income and keeping safe during the recession were the priorities.  But now the water has calmed…

Flexible working ‘cuts cost to employers’, say business leaders

Flexible working ‘cuts cost to employers’, say business leaders

The Times reported today that a group of 22 of Britain’s biggest companies, the “Agile Future Forum”, have signed a commitment to flexible working rights after finding that “agility” in staff hours and locations can cut workforce costs by as much as 13%. Richard Nissen, the founder of The Virtual Office, is also a guest lecturer…