In the latest In a nutshell video Sean Humby from Business Network (SW) explains why he thinks you should network.
Sean also discusses the best places to network and gives great advice on how to prepare for networking “There are many networking events, breakfast, lunch and dinner - all offer you the opportunity to meet people, but remember that you are there to network, "not net-eat or net-drink"! Sample events, and then commit to one or two groups where you feel comfortable, and can enjoy meeting people to build great relationships. Commitment means participating, engaging and...
Devon and Exeter 5 are the surprise Division 2 winners of this season’s Devon Squash League.
The jubilant team sponsored by Knight Frank and T MAX Media managed to win Division 2 by some margin, only losing one match all season.
Proud team captain Steve Webber (who personally didn’t lose a match all season) said, “At the start of the season we thought staying in Division 2 would be an achievement but somehow we’ve managed to qualify for Division 1. I’d like to give big thanks to Adam Lings who runs the Devon & Exeter Squash & Racketball Club and of course, to all...
A new store manager has been appointed at Fairway Furniture’s Newton Abbot branch.
Andy Green, 46, said his main focus at the Newton Road branch in Kingsteignton will be on enhancing the customer experience.
Announcing the appointment, Peter Harding managing director of Fairway Furniture, said he saw the appointment as the start of an exciting new time for the store.
Peter said: “Andy joins us with a wealth of experience and at a time when we are just completing an extensive refurbishment of the showroom, to provide a truly welcoming and fresh new environment for...
Local entrepreneur Emma Tellesy is celebrating a successful first year trading for her Exeter-based skincare, cosmetics and nutrition business, Arbonne.
Emma, who is also a mum and a part-time commercial airline pilot, started the home-based, network marketing business after finishing maternity leave this time last year.
Emma said: “After finishing my maternity leave I was looking forward to taking to the skies again, however I wanted to try and find some additional income that allowed me to spend time at home with my son – setting up with Arbonne has allowed me to do this...
Businesses across the South West are already reaping awards in their sectors and enjoying significant business growth in 2014. Grads for Growth, who support graduate recruitment in such businesses, have recognised a surge in activity this year and anticipate many more exciting graduate opportunities as businesses in the region continue to innovate and grow.
Celebrations are in order for the talented graduates who have played a part in catalysing the growth of innovative businesses and award-winning product innovation. And as employment opportunities increase, graduate job-seekers...
In this video local business expert James Orpin from Tozers Solicitors explains shareholders agreements.
James explains what shareholders agreements are and what you should consider when putting one in place “A key employee is issued shares or granted an option for shares to incentivise them and promote their loyalty. In this scenario, provisions should possibly be included which can force them to transfer their shares should they cease to be an employee. A common question is whether there is a standard form of shareholders agreement. The short answer is no, each one is drafted...
In the latest In a nutshell video John Curran from Designed for Learning discusses the e-learning revolution.
John explains what e-learning is and why he thinks you should use it over classroom learning “E-Learning, if it is well designed, can be just as effective as classroom learning but it does have different strengths. Undoubtedly the single biggest advantage of e-learning over the classroom is efficiency. If you need one thousand people in your organisation to learn something quickly, then e-learning is the only realistic solution. That's why pretty much all basic compliance...
In this video local expert Robin Adams from West Country Osteopaths gives us advice on how to avoid back and neck pain whilst at work.
Robin explains the key points to consider to help you avoid pain at work and what you need to do if you do suffer from pain “Sit at your desk with your spine upright. Avoid 'computer hump' by keeping your chin tucked in, ensure your knees are slightly lower than your hips, which will help you to keep your spine upright. Make sure your shoulders are held in line with your spine, and not stretched forward to reach the keyboard or mouse.”
In this video Carly Renaud from Deafinitie interpreters explains the different avenues of support you can receive if you are considering hiring a deaf member of staff.
Carly also explains the access to scheme “Access to Work supports employers in meeting their obligation under the Equalities Act 2010 to make and anticipate reasonable adjustments for disabled employees and to ensure that they are in no way disadvantaged. The scheme will provide funding for communication support for a Deaf applicant in the form of a registered qualified interpreter during an interview process,...
Marsh Barton Security Services (MBSS) has been awarded the highest industry standard accreditation by the National Security Inspectorate (NSI). The National Approvals Council for Security Systems (NACOSS) Gold Award holds the greatest perceived value across industry and by the police, fire and rescue services and insurers.
MBSS are one of very few local companies to hold the Gold standard award. NSI operates a stringent approach to approvals meaning that businesses and homeowners who choose NSI approved companies can be reassured that their contractors will work to the highest...
