What Is The Difference Between An OBM (Online Business Manager) And A VA (Virtual Assistant)?
In today’s digital age, more and more businesses are turning to remote support. Two roles to consider when you’re looking at virtual support are Online Business Managers (OBMs) and Virtual Assistants (VAs). While these positions both offer support and may seem interchangeable, there are key differences between the two in terms of roles, responsibilities and […]
The Best Analytic Tools For Small Businesses
Analytic tools are very useful. They teach business owners crucial information about their business, which helps business owners to see what is working (and what isn’t!). This allows business owners to make alterations that significantly improve their business, so they can attract more customers and increase their profits. So if you’re a small business without […]
Consumer Trends For 2023
The world of small business is always changing and evolving. So if you want your business to be successful in 2023, it can be useful to learn more about the trends consumers are interested in. This means your business stays ahead of the curve, which can help to boost profits. Are you ready to take […]
Tips To Help Your Business Survive The Cost Of Living Crisis
The cost of living crisis has hit the UK hard. As inflation has risen, many small business owners are starting to worry about the future of their business. But if you want your business to survive, it is important to not bury your head in the sand. Instead it is time to start planning ahead, […]
5 Different Ways To Price Services
If you are self employed or a small business owner, you may be wondering how to price your services. Obviously you want to make a profit, but it can be difficult to choose the best pricing option for your business. Ultimately there are lots of different ways to price services, and some are better suited […]
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 […]
5 Jobs A Virtual Assistant Can Do Better Than You (Probably)
Lots of business owners are hesitant to hire virtual support. Some worry that virtual employees aren’t skilled enough, while others believe in-person employees work harder than remote employees. However both of these statements are rarely accurate. In fact, various studies have found that remote employees work harder than in-person employees! Virtual assistants are also normally […]
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 […]