Cloud

Friday 14th February 2025

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO CLOUD NATIVE By Jamie Dobson, founder of Container Solutions and author of The Cloud Native Attitude At software conferences or tech meetups, the term ‘Cloud Native’ is thrown around like confetti. Along with it comes an avalanche of buzzwords: containers, orchestration, microservices. But what does it all really mean for your…

Business Stress

Wednesday 12th February 2025

How stress could be causing your business to fail Stress – and the 9 simple steps you can take to beat it Research shows that over 70% of professionals, especially business owners, regularly experience the physical and mental symptoms of stress. And  millions of working days are lost to anxiety and stress in the UK each…

AI Growth

Use AI to Solve Business Challenges & Drive Growth:  AI is transforming the way businesses operate, yet for many UK companies, it remains a vague concept—something they know they should be using but struggle to implement effectively. The reality is that AI inn business isn’t about replacing people; it’s about amplifying human capability, automating inefficiencies,…

Business Planning

    Business planning – your roadmap to success Business planning is a crucial aspect of running a successful business. It lays out the direction and objectives of the business, providing a roadmap for reaching desired outcomes. One of the key components of effective business planning is setting clear targets and reviewing performance regularly. In…

Feedback

Friday 7th February 2025

RECEIVING FEEDBACK SHOULD NOT BE A NEGATIVE EXPERIENCE By Becky Westwood, Organisational Psychologist at Monkey Puzzle Training and Consultancy, and author of ‘Can I Offer You Something? Expert Ways to Unpack the Horrors of Organisational Feedback’ Feedback can be a powerful tool for individual growth and development. But for many people, receiving feedback can be…

Cyber Toolkit

Tuesday 4th February 2025

The Cybersecurity Toolkit Every UK SMB Needs in 2025 The Cybersecurity Toolkit Every UK SMB Needs in 2025:  Cybersecurity is no longer optional for UK businesses—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re a small startup or an established SME, the risk of cyber threats has never been higher. Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, regulations are tightening, and…

Coaching

Saturday 1st February 2025

How can you make your investment in coaching deliver the results you need?By Clare Norman, author of ‘Cultivating Coachability’ Often business find that the employee coaching they have invested in doesn’t deliver the change that was anticipated. Several reasons can contribute to this. For example, it can be because the person receiving coaching doesn’t appreciate…

Friendship

FRIENDSHIP AND LEADERSHIP By Paul Hargreaves, author, speaker and CEO of Cotswold Fayre and Flourish  It seems to me that friendship is becoming a lost art. Even the word ‘friend’ has been downgraded by social media.  But friendship is essential if we are to thrive and flourish as human beings – and as leaders.   How many…

Cyber crisis

Friday 31st January 2025

The Hidden Cyber Security Crisis The Hidden Cyber Security Crisis: Why Most UK Businesses Are Sitting Ducks (And What To Do About It Today) Cyber security isn’t just an IT issue anymore—it’s a business survival issue. And yet, despite record-breaking cyberattacks in the UK, the vast majority of businesses are dangerously underprepared. The problem? Business…

Next Mobile

WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE MOBILE SECTOR IN 2025 By Dario Betti, Mobile Ecosystem Forum 2025 offers the mobile industry the opportunity to redefine possibilities for consumers and businesses alike with enhanced user experiences and fresh revenue streams. However, the sector will also face significant challenges. Here are a few thoughts on what to expect. Mobile…

Trust Mobile

Friday 24th January 2025

TRUST IN THE MOBILE SECTOR By Nicholas Rossman, Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF) The digital world has transformed the way we live, work, and interact. As our reliance on mobile devices and services grows, so do the concerns surrounding data privacy and security. Over the past four years, I’ve had the privilege of delving into the…

Retain

Nine ways to retain great employees While your tools, skills and reputation allow you to operate, it’s your staff who can often influence your trade business’s progress. Hiring great workers is only half the solution. Once you hire them, you’ve got to retain them. Here’s how. 1. Know your people One of the simplest but…

Scale Up

Monday 13th January 2025

SCALING YOUR BUSINESS By Ian Miell, Container Solutions Scaling is not just about increasing size but about evolving every aspect of the business to meet the demands of growth. Imagine trying to sail a ship in a new direction while the currents below push you back to your original course. That’s essentially what happens when…

Negotiations

Thursday 19th December 2024

Succeeding in High-Stakes Negotiations with Confidence By Angela Afieghe, Toastmasters International In high-stakes negotiations, a fine line separates overwhelming success from complete failure. This often depends on how well you prepare and how you behave during the talks. Being able to confidently handle discussions—from billion-dollar business deals to critical supplier contracts to key hiring decisions—is…

Containers

Eco-Friendly Site Accommodation: How Containers Reduce Waste and Carbon Footprint Introduction:  Sustainability is no longer a buzzword; it’s a necessity. As industries across the globe adopt greener practices, the construction sector is no exception. Traditionally, construction sites are known for generating significant waste and emitting high levels of carbon dioxide. However, a growing trend towards…