If you are considering running a non-profit business, you know that funding your business can be challenging. Below are some funding options that are available to you. Government Grants is the funding source that may jump to the forefront of your mind when you think of grants, but they are oversubscribed. There are multitudes of applications for any one of their grants, meaning only a few get considered. It’s worth applying, though. Foundation grants are similar to Government grants. They award grants to companies that meet set criteria based upon their foundation’s mission.  Single major donor funding is a great way to get a non-profit organisation up and running, but they are hard to come by. You need to also consider who you speak to as a major donor as... Read More »

Networking can be tricky and everyone has their own approach. Here are a few things that could help make it easier for you: Do: • Take stock of your contacts- consider everyone that you currently or have had a connection with, for example, old school friends, family, friends of friends and their family members. • Tap into existing networks- there are many groups available on social networks, webinars, industry events. • Make yourself heard- keep up-to-date with the latest industry developments and make sure you comment on them. You do not need to comment on everything but get your voice out there. • Write down something memorable- when exchanging business cards, write something about the business or person you dealt with that will help you remember them, on the back... Read More »

Business networking is a way in which you can build up business contacts and increase your business connections. Business networking is generally beneficial to small businesses and start-up companies but can be attended by all professionals. We have listed the top 5 benefits that business networking can bring you; 1. Generate leads for potential clients – Business networking is likely to bring you new leads for potential customers. People buy from people they already have a good business relationship with. 2. Share and receive knowledge with like-minded professionals – you will learn new business tips3. Brand awareness – people that know your brand are likely to recommend your brand to friends and family 4. Advance your career and give you access to new opportunities – regularly attending networking events will... Read More »

Not everyone wants to work during the Christmas season! With that said, you can bring a little bit of the holiday spirit into your workplace by planning a wonderful work Christmas party. These are a few great ideas for a seasonal party. An Ugly Christmas Jumper Party A lot of the jumpers that people wear during Christmas parties are downright garish. Why not have some fun with that by encouraging everyone in your workplace to wear the ugliest jumper that they can find? People will have a lot of fun dressing up, and they’ll love seeing their co-workers put on a silly jumper. This is an easy way to make an otherwise drab day at the office feel a lot more fun. People can purchase an ugly Christmas jumper, wear... Read More »

Hiring a bar in Milton Keynes shouldn’t be a taxing process. Many bar hire companies offer excellent service, quality products and a generally great customer experience. The one condition is that you may need to book quite far in advance, as this is a popular service that’s in high demand. Bar hire in Milton Keynes is a popular choice amongst many businesses and private individuals who may need a bar for their event or function. Why might you hire a bar in Milton Keynes? There are many reasons why you might benefit from bar hire in the Milton Keynes area. This is a service that can bring so much to an event, party or function, setting it apart and making it memorable to all attendees. It is a luxury service... Read More »