Aug 25 2010

Well that’s obvious; anyone could have told them that.

Researchers have discovered that simply flashing a dollar-sign cue can spark immediate activation in a brain region that co-ordinates the interaction of cognitive control and motivational functions. This action effectively puts these areas on alert that there is money to be won in the challenge ahead. Whether it’s sports, poker or the high-stakes world of [...]

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Aug 8 2010

Write your own business plan.

That’s right, you want to draw up your own business plan. It’s the first step for any entrepreneur looking to launch a startup and you’ll need one to succeed. Having a business plan is vital to document how your company aims to achieve its goals and what strategy and actions are required to reach them. [...]

Jul 30 2010

Coming to a MAC near you very soon.

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Jul 18 2010

Lifestyle businesses are fine – you have permission to start one

I have never understood the antipathy and dislike that otherwise rational people have for lifestyle business. The heart of the issue is this question: what constitutes business success? I guess for some it’s size; others  have other measures. In an age of growing awareness of carbon footprint, in a time when the fastest growing businesses are [...]

Jul 4 2010

Find solid businesses in recession

What types of franchises traditionally are more solid during a recession? Let’s face it, the mere word “recession” strikes fear into many people, because it implies hardship, job loss, and therefore, loss of income. So, in times of recession, those without jobs, but with the economic means, will seek to replace routine employment with self-employment. [...]

Jun 30 2010

Business Link goes – thank god for that.

Mark Prisk said the network, subject to speculation about its future for several weeks, is to be shut down due to the amount of money spent on telling entrepreneurs where to get advice. “The regional Business Links have spent too much time signposting and not enough time actually advising,” the MP told Real Business. “We’re going [...]

Jun 29 2010

New Facebook group – Netbods

Check this new Facebook group- Netbods Netbods believes in the power of the Internet to inspire and stimulate, to make people think and act differently. It could used to be to shout messages, entertain, laugh, interact, brand and even make conversation.