Feeling Unmotivated? How To Fall Back In Love With Your Career
There is a difference between a ‘job’ and a ‘career’. A job tends to mean something that just needs to be done, whereas the word ‘career’ has a wider meaning of a ‘general course of action or movement and progress through life.’ As such, it is not a finite thing, but something which evolves, and […]
Guest Blog: Are you always busy being busy?
Transformational Coach & SpareMyTime client, Nikki Swan, shares her tips on how to cut down on the “busy-ness” in our lives A few years ago, I got a really hung up on the word “busy”. I noticed myself saying it a LOT. And it annoyed me. I think I even resolved (New Year’s resolution) to […]
Guest Blog: Start Investing with 6 Wealth Pots
Investment educator and SMT client, Elizabeth Pearson, gives us her top tips for investing for your future. Creating wealth is not about earning more money. It’s about managing the income you have and developing good wealth habits. You can do this with Wealth Pots. A simple and highly effective way to organise your money is […]
4 Low Cost Business Ideas For Entrepreneurs
Starting a business is a great way to take control of your career and income – but initial start-up costs put many people off. After all, most people don’t have thousands to invest in a business – especially as the cost of living is so expensive right now. However it is possible to start a […]
Why Market Research Is So Important For Small Businesses
Market research is one of the most effective ways to improve your business model, but many small business owners overlook it. This is normally because they don’t see the value in research. However doing research can keep your business afloat during the first crucial years, and it can also help to drive sales and engagement […]
Signs You’re Working Too Hard
Do you think that you’re working too hard? If so, you’re not alone. Google searches for ‘symptoms of burnout’ have increased by over 70% in the last 12 months, so there are lots of adults who feel overworked. This is especially tough for working parents and small business owners, and over time it can cause […]
How To Create A Clear Vision For Your Business
If you want your business to succeed, you should have a clear vision. Setting a vision for your business will help you to set targets, stand out from the competition and boost sales – and it also means your business is less likely to go under. But how exactly do you create a clear vision […]
Summer Business Tips To Help Your Business Thrive
Summer is officially here. The weather is warmer (although we could do without the heatwave that just happened!), and the kids are enjoying the summer holidays. If you own a business, you may be using this time to just chug along – but in reality, now is a great time to be proactive. After all, […]
Cybersecurity Tips For Small Businesses
Cybersecurity is a big issue for small businesses. A recent study found that 43% of cyberattacks specifically target small businesses, and the results can be devastating. Businesses can lose tens of thousands of pounds, and data leaks could result in the business being closed down. So if you are a small business owner, it is […]