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E-Myth legend Michael Gerber in London

Michael Gerber event London 8 DecemberNot so long ago, SmallBizPod interviewed Michael Gerber, the author of the best-selling e-myth books.  And a fascinating insight into the man and his business philosophy it was.  It turns out he’s in London on 8th December for a not to be missed evening event.

By News Desk 27th November 2009 at 12:30 | Read more ...

Mid-sized firms lead late payment improvement

Late payment of commercial debts easesThe bain of most small businesses’ lives, late payment, has improved markedly during October, suggesting a recovery in business and consumer confidence are having a real impact on the lifeblood of UK SMEs – cashflow.

By News Desk 26th November 2009 at 10:32 | Read more ...

Small business awards – get your business noticed in 2010

Small business awards 2010Whatever the size or sector of your business, there’s always an award you can enter to give you and your staff the chance to be recognised, and improve your reputation and profile. Here are the latest awards, plucked from the SmallBizPod inbox.

By News Desk 26th November 2009 at 10:00 | Read more ...

Holiday property tax carnage for tourist sector SMEs

New tax regime threatens holiday property sectorThe Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) today warns that 8 out of 10 small businesses in the holiday property sector could face bankruptcy, if a new tax regime comes into force next year without challenge.

By News Desk 25th November 2009 at 16:52 | Read more ...

Do it yourself marketing resource launched

DIY PR and marketing for small businessesIf you want to see the name of your business in lights, then a new resource to help SMEs learn how to make the most of marketing and PR, RunMarketing, launched by SmallBizPod’s very own specialist contributor Chris Lee, is well worth looking into. As Chris is wont to tell us here, marketing isn’t rocket science, but some free guidance from someone in the know, is always handy.

By News Desk 25th November 2009 at 10:21 | Read more ...

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