By Karen Meager, Monkey Puzzle Training For many businesses, pandemic restrictions meant dealing with changes unprecedented in the history of modern working. Lockdowns presented an existential threat in some sectors, furlough kept some companies from collapsing, while others failed despite herculean efforts. For many, leadership suddenly became about managing a workforce at home in their slippers, which was glorious for some workers, but miserable for others. Now that many people are returning to the office, we are seeing an explosion of pent-up grievances. These can be harder to spot and deal with from a leadership perspective. But rather than…
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Britain’s beleaguered businesses are watching over half a BILLION pounds go down the drain by failing to switch water supplier, they have been cautioned. The warning comes as water bills are set to see their sharpest spike in two decades. Businesses are on the brink as skyrocketing inflation and shocking rises in energy costs have brought the SME economy to its knees. Analysis by leading business utilities marketplace Love Energy Savings shows that switching saves firms an average of £450. Yet data from industry regulator Ofwat demonstrates that just five per cent of business customers switch or renegotiate on average…
Valentines Day can be a goldmine for businesses, with data collected from takepayments’ card terminals running up to the 14th February 2022, finding that: Customers made around 216,000 purchases through takepayment systems in the week before Valentine’s Day Almost £5 million was spent through takepayment terminals over the week (an average of £23 per person based on Finder’s estimated average spend per person) 22% of these transactions were made in bars or restaurants and hospitality is the clear winner in terms of Valentine’s sales Jodie Wilkinson (Head of Strategic Partnerships at takepayments) has supplied the comment below about how businesses can best capitalise on Valentine’s Day: “The data regarding restaurants and bars shows the…
Feeling lost and alone is a common experience for many of us. But what if there was a podcast that could help you feel more connected and equipped to tackle life’s challenges? Look no further, Whoa it’s Ryan is here! Meet the Host: Ryan Read As the mastermind behind Thrive Specialized Training, Ryan Read has established himself as a highly respected and successful fitness expert. With a following of over 1.4 million across his social media platforms and recognition as one of the most Influential Fitness Personalities of Scottsdale by AZ Foothills Magazine, Ryan’s impact on the fitness industry is…
Bob Eco’s solar branch reaches out to consumers to start considering solar energy as a durable and cheap alternative to grid energy. The continued rise of energy costs can be a significant burden on household and business budgets. To combat this trend and ease the financial strain, taking control of energy expenses is crucial. One effective solution is utilizing solar power. Installing solar panels enables consumers to generate electricity, reducing the amount necessary to purchase from the utility company and ultimately pulling down monthly electricity expenses. Understanding High Energy Costs Key factors that contribute to the height energy costs Energy…
If you’re a laptop user, you know the frustration of having your computer overheat. Not only is it annoying and uncomfortable to use, but it can also damage your laptop in the long run. Fortunately, there are several proven tips to help keep your laptop from overheating—and we’ve got them all right here. Read on to learn what you can do to keep your laptop running at peak performance! Keep Your Laptop Cool with These 6 Tips Let’s take a look at some of the best ways how to stop laptop from overheating. Clean Out Your Laptop’s Fans and Heat…
The first Monday in February is known as ‘National Sickie Day’ in the UK. This day – February 6th this year – statistically sees the highest number of employees phoning in sick at work, with a 2014 poll by ITV finding that the cold, flu and food poisoning were the most common excuses despite 46% stating that the real reason for their absence was ‘feeling tired’. With such a high volume of employees taking the day off work due to exhaustion on the same day, this can have a significant knock-on effect for businesses that depend on a relatively small…
Make your choices eco-friendlier by collaborating with brands that share the same goals for the environment. Sustainability has become the hearth be of all our day-to-day practices. Since the government have implemented plans for companies to become greener, there are an array of brands that are leading the way with their sustainable outlook plans, which are set to make the world a better place ASDA Money’s Car Insurance Planning trips abroad can have an impact on the environment, but there are ways to enjoy holidays without the heavy carbon footprint. Discover the perfect UK staycation trip with Asda Money’s Adventure Planner with…
Pests are one of the biggest enemies of our homes. Many types of insects and rodents come inside throughout the year searching for food, a place to mate or just comfort and warmth. They can enter through sewers, cracks and holes in the walls, and many other spaces. Once they’ve settled, it’s challenging to get rid of them. If you’re dealing with pests and are expecting a visit from a professional pest control service, here are the basic things you’ll go through during the extermination process. #1: Inspection The first and most important part of the pest extermination process is…
Investors are increasingly using financial incentives to encourage sustainable and ethical business practices, a new report has found A survey of major real estate investors found that 55% are incentivising staff to pursue better environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, a 12% increase on last year. The annual Insights Into Real Estate Investment Sustainability Survey (IRIS), conducted by climate risk company Evora Global, also found that the biggest property investors were the most advanced at incentivising ESG. Sonny Masero, chief strategy officer at Evora Global, said that ESG analysis and data is on the rise across the investment world and that…
