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7 tips for finding the perfect name for your business
The right name can make all the difference when it comes to helping your business find success Getting started in the world of business is no easy task, and many businesses end up falling at the first hurdle: choosing a name. This is one of the earliest and most...
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5 ways to make your business greener
Reducing your carbon footprint should be a priority for any modern business Sustainability and environmentalism is a hot topic right now. In fact, this issue will surely continue to be one of the most important facing society this century. In recent weeks alone...
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Bubble Tea Entrepreneurs Bring Superhero Style to STACK Newcastle
Manhua Cha, the popular bubble tea café in STACK Newcastle have been bringing their unique superhero characters to life on the streets of the city with the arrival of Captain Manhua and Ms Manhua. The superheroes were stalking the city streets on Thursday 11th and...
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3 mindsets that can jeopardise a small business
The right frame of mind is paramount to leading your business from strength to strength Choosing to start your own business is a huge decision to make – and a brave one. Working for yourself gives you the freedom to follow your passion and do things your way, but it...
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Entrepreneur Serving Up Caffeine Fix to Commuters with First Tyne Tunnel Coffee Bar
Commuters can enjoy a welcome new pitstop on their commute through the Tyne Tunnel as local entrepreneur Jonathan Elliott opens new coffee outlet, The Great North Coffee Company. The Great North Coffee Company will be serving up a morning caffeine fix from the...
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Is this the beginning of the end of the office?
The office has been a staple part of the working environment for decades, but could recent advancements in communication technology now mean it’s becoming obsolete? There’s a revolution taking place, and it’s happening right under our noses. In the last few years, the...
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Podiatrist Puts Best Foot Forward with New Business for Darlington
An experienced former NHS podiatrist has taken the leap into self-employment with the launch of Grange Road Podiatry in Darlington following help from TEDCO Business Support, Darlington Borough Council and a low-cost business loan from Virgin StartUp. Jaqueline Glen...
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£50,000 Virgin StartUp Loan Launches New Precision Engineering Firm in Darlington
An ambitious husband and wife team have manufactured a new career after receiving a £50,000 Virgin StartUp loan to set up Wyvern Precision Ltd in Darlington, thanks to assistance from TEDCO Business Support and Darlington Borough Council. Lisa Marie and Nick Peart...
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How to stand out as a small business
You don’t need to think small just because you’re a small business As a small business owner, it’s easy to feel like a small fish in a big pond. The business world is expansive and constantly changing, and trying to carve out your own piece of it is no easy feat. You...
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5 solutions to the small business workspace problem
If you’re a start up business, finding the right place to set up shop is often one of the first hurdles to overcome Even in this world of constant communication and connection, every business still needs a base. A fully decked-out office is the goal for many small...
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