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Ethical Start-up (a 7 week course for Co Durham new businesses)
7 weeks, 7 awesome speakers, 7 key areas Durham Ambitious Business Start-ups (‘DABS’) is an ERDF-funded programme that helps high-quality...
Winter blues impacting productivity?
Work levels can take a hit in winter. But there are steps you can take to keep productivity high amongst your team. 2022 is firmly underway and we’d all like to keep up the ‘new year, new me’ motivation, especially when it comes to running a business. However, the...
4 dos and don’ts of small business budgeting
Running a business is a huge challenge in many different ways, especially for those looking to start up their very first enterprise. But arguably the most pressing challenge you’ll face is effective budgeting. After all, if you aren’t turning a profit or managing...
New year, new business mindset: how to prioritise your goals
Running a successful business takes a lot of work, so if you’re ready to commit, here’s what you need to know to make 2022 your year. The start of a new year comes with fresh determination to take your business to the next step. Unfortunately, this fire can often...
5 ways to form better relationships with your staff
Getting to know your team members on a personal level can strengthen your organisation Everyone wants to feel valued at work, no matter which rung of the career ladder they are perched on. Making time to get to know your staff members and generate a personal bond can...
How to protect your spine when you work at a desk
Millions of job roles in the UK require people to work at a computer sat at a desk for multiple hours each day. So, let’s take a little time to look at the impact of that activity and how we can all make positive changes to improve health, mood and even productivity....
How TEDCO made an impact in 2020/21
Impact Report 2020/2021 During the course of the last 2 years, there have been daily - often hourly - challenges for businesses trying to find avenues to trade through the pandemic. At times the odds have felt very much stacked against the business and enterprise...
How do you keep your team motivated in the run up to Christmas?
'Tis the season to be jolly, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be productive too It’s the most wonderful time of the year – a time when workers across the country are looking forward to a well-deserved break. But as we get deeper into December, it’s not uncommon for...
How do you keep your business moving?
Don’t let your business growth be stunted by a minor hurdle Starting a business is a big step, but running a business over the long term is an even greater challenge. There are many factors involved in any organisation, no matter the speciality or size, and every...
Here’s how to be a more confident public speaker
Being able to pitch your business and work up a crowd is a key skill for any entrepreneur, so here’s how to master it Few of us feel comfortable presenting in front of an audience without significant practice. Yet public speaking is often necessary when it comes to...