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Why employee wellbeing isn’t going away
In recent years, the emotional and mental wellbeing of workers has entered the spotlight, but why is it so important? The rise of mental health awareness dominated the 2010s, and is only set to gain more traction in 2020. From self-care to an increased understanding...
Middlesbrough Firm Celebrates First Year Success in Healthcare Recruitment
A new Middlesbrough-based healthcare recruitment service has increased turnover by nearly 55%, thanks to assistance from TEDCO and Virgin StartUp in their support of novel enterprises in the region. Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited (GHS Care) launched in...
Christine Stephenson Nominated for Regional Award
An entrepreneurial mum who runs an inspirational blog and co-founded a social enterprise to help raise awareness of all things autism has been nominated for a regional award which recognises remarkable women in the North East. The Life of Reilly CIC delivers adult and...
Here’s what makes a good employer, according to employees
A recent survey of 28,000 workers found seven traits that make the perfect boss What makes a good boss? This was the question posed in a recent study by the Cass Business School in the University of London. In their survey of over 28,000 employees, they uncovered...
5 small business trends set to dominate 2020
We’re a month into the new decade, so what have you learned about what’s in store for UK businesses? Your New Year’s resolutions may have gone out the window but there’s still time to reflect on the small business trends which have been and gone, and look ahead to...
Business is Blooming for Darlington Mumpreneur
A Darlington mumpreneur is bringing her creative skills to the growing market for artificial flower arrangements with the launch of CeCeBlooms, thanks to help from TEDCO Business Support and the NEA programme. Charlene Corrie (35) has launched a unique new...
6 steps to choosing the perfect name for your business
What’s in a name? Well, when it comes to businesses, quite a lot Shakespeare. Shelley. Dickens. Kardashian. Names carry a lot of power. They have the ability to create instant associations in our heads, evoking strong emotional reactions that can be both positive and...
Janice Ross Announced as Recipient of MBE in New Year Honours List
A local TEDCO business advisor with the North Tyneside Business Factory has been announced as a recipient of the Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE). Janice Ross (50) has been bestowed with the honour for her services to small and...
Netflix are offering unlimited holidays. But would it work for your business?
Should limited holiday allowances be a thing of the past? In recent years, everything people thought they knew about the way businesses are supposed to run has changed. Technological advancements have, in some cases, done away with the traditional office completely,...
6 things to consider when moving premises
A new setting for your business is a big step, so here’s how to do it right Whether you’re finally moving out of your home study into a genuine office or upgrading your workplace to one which accommodates your growing business, a change of scenery is a big step for...