Xmas 2023

Sunday 3rd December 2023

10 One-minute Hacks for Making the Most of the Christmas Holidays and New Year Even without the sound of distant sleigh bells there is no doubt that Christmas will soon be with us.  We’ve seen the special adverts on TV, the mince pies and Christmas cakes are on sale, and the festive lights are twinkling on…

Coffee King

Saturday 2nd December 2023

Is there a typical small businessperson? What characteristics do typical small business owners have in common? We asked a recent visitor to Islandworks, Darren Weale of In Tune PR, for some insights, including into the value of coworking spaces such as ours.  Darren was recently dubbed ‘The Coffee King’ by his Business Networking International (BNI)…

Nomad

What is a Digital Nomad ? A digital nomad is someone who embraces the freedom of remote work and uses it as an opportunity to explore the world. They have the flexibility to work from any location with an internet connection, allowing them to create their own office wherever they desire. With advancements in technology, the…

Network Operator

Thursday 30th November 2023

MOBILE NETWORK OPERATORS WILL NEED TO CHANGE BY 2030 By Suzy Menneret is Wholesale Advisor and Program Lead at the Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF) Mobile Network Operators need to be paying significant attention to their ability to adapt. The larger the organisation, the harder this is, but to stay afloat in times of profound industry transformation,…

Calendar

Saturday 25th November 2023

Here you will find regularly updated lists, details and booking information links for a range of events, workshops, seminars and other business activities   We Do Social Media  LetsSocialise Party night for business to socialise Feel good Friday , last Friday every month  8pm Edenwood Place, Aylesford  Details here  We Do Social Media LinkedIN mini…

Podcasting

Saturday 18th November 2023

Consider adding podcasts to your marketing strategy By Michael Olatunji, Outset Studio The main reason to consider starting a podcast for your business is simply that people like listening to them. The challenge is in how to cut through the noise. While it is hard to pin down a specific number, there are estimated to…

Buying Business

Thursday 16th November 2023

Why it can pay to buy an existing business If you’re looking impartially and unemotionally at the options ahead when starting your own business, you have to admit simply buying one already in operation is incredibly appealing. Not only do you get experienced staff and an existing customer base, you also get established premises, a…

MindsetMatters

Saturday 11th November 2023

The Mindset Matters Radio Show        Presented by Zeenat Noorani  Fridays 10:30 am until Noon  This show is dedicated to offering insight, support and tips for all related topics around mental health and wellbeing- to bring awareness and change to the importance of breaking through this long-standing negative stigma:– people both, children, young…

Lucky

Thursday 9th November 2023

9 Ways to Increase Your Luck Believe That You’re Lucky. … Be Clear About Your Goals and Voice them. … Be Open to Opportunities. … Surround Yourself With The Right People. … Increase your Karma score. … Practice Gratitude. … Relax. … Be Proactive. Show up Maximise opportunies if you stay home on your own…

Fashion Waste

REDUCING WASTE IN THE FASHION SECTOR By Maheen Sadiq, founder of POLKO Steering any industry in a new direction is challenging. Fashion has become accustomed to being fast and fleeting, but it needs to change. We can no longer ignore the 92 million tonnes of textile waste that is produced every year; the equivalent of…

30 30

    SKILLS 30 : 30 WORKSHOPS     COACHING     ADVICE     SPEED-NETWORKING HELP BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN SCHOOLS AND BUSINESSES Finding appropriately skilled staff is the biggest challenge to business growth. With more than one million unfilled job openings across the UK  We’re working with the Government to make it easier…

Diamond Singles

Wednesday 8th November 2023

    The Diamond Singles Show where your presenters Noreen and Julie will be discussing the excitement, fun and perils of single life. Hear about the intense world of dating, online vs the real deal, in the flesh, and where to meet other singles. Listen in to tips and tricks and hear guest speakers share…

Sustainable Legal

Building a sustainable paralegal business By Amanda Hamilton, Patron. National Association of Licensed Paralegals The Paralegal sector is currently a growth area. There is a great deal of demand for their services as paralegals can do much the same work as a solicitor or barrister (with some important exceptions) but for a fraction of the…

Success

Tuesday 7th November 2023

Success is not merely about accomplishing a specific goal; it encompasses the entire journey and the valuable lessons learned along the way. It’s about embracing the challenges that come our way, staying focused on our objectives, and never giving up, regardless of the obstacles we encounter. This mindset is crucial in achieving long-term success and…

Today

Motivate yourself for the day ahead! Stay focused on your goals and never give up. Keep in mind that success is not achieved overnight. It requires perseverance, dedication, and hard work. Remember to break your goals down into smaller, achievable tasks to keep yourself motivated along the way. Surround yourself with positive and supportive people…