
If you are in business and you are not using LinkedIn then you are seriously missing a trick and could be missing out on so much. However it’s also …
FREE Business Advice on LinkedIn – #TheVoiceofSocialMedia
If you are in business and you are not using LinkedIn then you are seriously missing a trick and could be missing out on so much. However it’s also …
FREE Business Advice on LinkedIn – #TheVoiceofSocialMedia
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An Interview with Welsh Rugby Legend Shane Williams at Introbiz Expo in Nov 2019
Here is a summary of the latest news in response to the coronavirus pandemic on Friday March 20. List of essential workers revealed Frontline health …
Coronavirus morning headlines revealed as list of essential workers and reduced public transport timetables (Friday, March 20)
“Never, Ever Give Up””Always Stay Motivated”If you ever feel like Giving Up, with whatever it is, or you require some motivation, please feel free to…
Morning Motivation for those self isolating, working on the front line or anyone else who needs it – #PositiveCoronavirusNews
If you ever feel like Giving Up, with whatever it is, or you require some motivation, please feel free to call me.
I’m available on: 07960872549 in the UK (0044) and am always happy to chat!
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Royal Mint changed Tac and making Covid-19 Visors for NHS – Positive Coronavirus News #PositiveCoronavirusNews
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Whilst the current climate is happening I am looking to offer FREE SUPPORT for people who are self isolating or struggling in Business! Hi Fellow …
FREE SUPPORT for Business Owners / Entrepreneurs or Home Workers…
Entrepreneur Mindset – #F***Coronavirus
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Avril Lewis, Managing Director, Technology Connected, thinks it’s time we showed the world how big our technology achievements are Technology …
Welsh Business News / WelshBiz – Technology Sector in Wales’ Image Problem – Tech News
First minister Mark Drakeford has promised to put every penny it receives from Budget announcement into helping firms on rates. Welsh Government has …
Welsh Business News / WelshBiz – Welsh Businesses to get Coronavirus Support from Welsh Government
Welsh Business News / WelshBiz – Business Wales Support for Business Women in Wales…
The Welsh Government recognises and supports the importance and contribution that women entrepreneurs make to the economy of Wales, however, there is more to do to continue this journey and further develop the representation of women owned businesses in Wales.
The Business Wales service has therefore renewed its commitment to support and encourage more women to successfully start, sustain or grow a business in Wales and for them to reach their full potential.
Alongside the Welsh Government a significant number of other organisations share this commitment and have joined in the development of a gender aware approach in Wales to encourage and better tailor their support to women entrepreneurs.
This approach has been shaped by an expert panel (the Panel) consisting of representatives from businesses, banks, business support organisations and academia backed by consultation with established or prospective business women & female entrepreneurs in Wales.
The approach sets out a common vision to supporting business and entrepreneurial women in Wales and is supplemented by a ‘Good Practice Guide’ that outlines how business support organisations can better tailor their services to meet the needs of business women or female entrepreneurs.
The Panel has made ten recommendations that build on the current strengths of business support services in Wales and aim to create a structure which the broader business support community can identify with and adopt.
The Welsh Government will take forward the recommendations of the Panel to further develop our support for entrepreneurial women through our business Wales service by producing a detailed action plan.
However, Business Wales cannot do it alone and actively encourage other support organisations to join in the journey and adopt the approach set out, in part or whole, and follow the principles of the Good Practice Guide.
Getting involved: Supporting organisations – make a difference
The Welsh Government and supporting partners are keen to talk to any organisation that deliver business support in Wales and are willing to become actively involved in supporting women in starting, sustaining or growing their business.
There are many ways in which organisations can become involved:
• implementing the associated ‘Good Practice Guide’
• making a commitment on the Business Wales or Be the Spark website to showcase what you currently do, and what you are going to do to improve support for women entrepreneurs
• joining in the conversation on #businesswomenwales
• spreading the word and encouraging others to take part
To commit your support please contact Business Wales here.
Supporting Entrepreneurial Women in Wales: An Approach for Wales, click here.
For a Good Practice Guide for business support organisations please click here.
For the Business Wales Action Plan response to recommendations, please click here.
Mentoring
In a survey undertaken by the University of South Wales (USW) one of the most valued support for women either starting or sustaining their business is access to business mentors as experienced and informal sources of guidance in addition to business advisors. Business Wales has over 500 mentors, of which 38% are women, available as part of its service that are ready to help you on your journey to start, sustain or grow your business, and if you would prefer a woman mentor just ask.
Click here for more information on finding a business mentor or becoming a mentor yourself.
Other organisations that provide business mentoring support:
• Princes Trust if you are aged 18-30
• Prime Cymru if you are aged 50 or over
Incubation Units/Co-working locations and business hubs
There are a number of business start-up units and working spaces (incubator units) across Wales that are great opportunities to start or grow your business with other businesses that are in the same situation, possibly facing the same challenges as yourself. These incubator units deliver packages of support to help your business and yourself.
Please click here for more information on incubator units in Wales.
Financial Support In Wales
There are a number of finance options available when starting or growing a business, below are some links that may help shape your decision:
• Finding Finance (Business Wales)
• Development Bank of Wales
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/business-wales-support-for-business-women-in-wales/
Welsh Property News – Cardiff & Wales Rental values over the last 12 months…
Over the last 12 months, the average rent achieved for properties let in Cardiff was £755 per month.
This is a +4% change on the previous 12 month period.
52% of properties let in the past 12 months were flats, achieving an average rental value of £691 per month.
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/cardiff-wales-rental-values-over-the-last-12-months/
Business Franchise Opportunities with Introbiz…
Introbiz have worked hard for the last 10 years, connecting businesses, building trust and hosting unique business events across the country.
They have major plans to expand even further, so are now offering successful franchise operators the opportunity to launch Introbiz across the country.
You’ll be providing simple and effective ongoing advice for your mutual benefit, whilst creating long-lasting, beneficial business relationships.
Introbiz is Wales’ leading independent business network and with hundreds of members from a range of industries, thousands of business associations and who have worked with some of the world’s leading brands and entrepreneurs.
They have worked with Richard Branson, Lord Alan Sugar, Grant Cardone, Sharon Lechter, Dr. John Demartini and many more. As well as being the founders of Wales’ biggest business Expo, mini exhibitions and conferences, Introbiz have been invited to host events in Spain, France, America, Bahamas, Sweden, and Ireland.
Due to their extensive network and experience, they have already secured franchisees for West Wales and Sweden.
Armed with their extensive knowledge, advice and support, franchisees will join the team behind Wales’ leading business network, to bring some of the world’s leading brands to connect with each other.
Franchisees can benefit from ongoing training and support, the licence to promote Introbiz intellectual property and marketing advice and guidance.
To find out more about how you can become an Introbiz franchisee and how you can access 30 other networks around the world, you can send your CV to maconsultancy1@gmail.com or call Mike on 07960872549 (or contact them direct mentioning that you seen a Mike Armstrong or MA Consultancy Ad).
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/business-franchise-opportunities-with-introbiz/
Excellent Peak Performance Business Event in Cardiff & Networking Opportunity…
If you want to learn how to achieve peak performance and business excellence, network and connect with local businesses, showcase your products and services, and listen to some great talks from industry experts, then this is an excellent Business Event in Cardiff for you!
Start your morning off with BREAKFAST and a chance to network with our exhibitors.
Follow this by being inspired by our great speakers.
Enjoy plenty of free parking on site.
BUSINESS EVENT SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Teamwork makes the dream work. Really? An insight into high performing teams – Kerry Chown from Cobalt HR
Vision and Mission value alignment. Aligning the team to the North Star – Nicola Rylett-Jones from The Nicola Rylett Group
How do you connect with your customers? – Mel Evans from Insight6
Enjoy all of this for just £16.76 and exhibit from just £65.
You can sign up to either option via Eventbrite online, via the link.
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/excellent-peak-performance-business-event-in-cardiff-networking-opportunity/
Find Things to do in Cardiff on the Things to do in Cardiff Directory Website 🏴
Find Things to do in Cardiff on the Things to do in Cardiff Directory Website 🏴
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/find-things-to-do-in-cardiff-on-the-things-to-do-in-cardiff-directory-website-🏴/
Find Things to do in Cardiff on the Things to do in Cardiff Directory Website 🏴
Find Things to do in Cardiff on the Things to do in Cardiff Directory Website 🏴
— Read more on mikearmstrong.me/find-things-to-do-in-cardiff-on-the-things-to-do-in-cardiff-directory-website/
Upcoming Business Networking Events in Wales 🏴
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/upcoming-business-networking-events-in-wales/
Visit the MA News Wales Blog 🏴
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/wales-blog/
Six Nations 2020: Wales v France preview, team news & key stats – BBC Sport
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/six-nations-2020-wales-v-france-preview-team-news-key-stats-bbc-sport/
Introbiz Breakfast Networking Event in Cardiff, with Jonathan Davies 🏴💼📰
Introbiz Breakfast Networking Event in Cardiff, with Jonathan Davies 🏴💼📰
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/introbiz-breakfast-networking-event-in-cardiff-with-jonathan-davies-🏴💼📰/
Upcoming Business Events in Wales as per the Business News Wales Website 💼📰🏴
Upcoming Business Events in Wales as per the Business News Wales Website 💼📰🏴
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What it’s like to watch your business float away – Storm News from Wales Online ⛈📰🏴
What it’s like to watch your business float away – Storm News from Wales Online ⛈📰🏴
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/what-its-like-to-watch-your-business-float-away-storm-news-from-wales-online-⛈📰🏴/
Cardiff Conference Bureau set to attract more events to Wales
Cardiff Conference Bureau set to attract more events to Wales
— Read on mikearmstrong.me/cardiff-conference-bureau-set-to-attract-more-events-to-wales/
Thousands of university students may not be able to graduate this year because of strikes by lecturers student 🎓🏴🇬🇧
Welsh Households will be part of the Millions of UK Households benefiting from reduced Energy Bills, this April 🏴 💷 💡
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