Stockport businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to take advantage of expert advice and support on offer at drop-in sessions at the Profolk co-working space in the town centre. Hosted by GM Business Growth Hub on Wednesday 9th October, one-hour slots are available to anyone, regardless … [Read more...]
News for: Business
New legislation announced to address late payments to small businesses
The government is to consult on new legislation to address late payments to small businesses, which costs SMEs £22,000 a year and a combined 56 million hours in lost productivity. A new Fair Payment Code and fresh rules on company reporting are among proposals to hold larger firms to account and … [Read more...]
Inflation holds at 2.2% in August
Latest inflation data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) has found that prices rose 2.2% over the 12 months to August 2024, the same rate as recorded the previous month. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the ONS sees inflation remain slightly above the Bank of England's 2% … [Read more...]
Innovation Literacy Programme launched by Greater Manchester colleges to support business productivity
GMColleges, a group of nine further education colleges across Greater Manchester including Trafford & Stockport College Group, has launched a new initiative to support the business community to harness innovation productivity. The Innovation Literacy course, funded by the Further Education … [Read more...]
The Work Shop returns to Merseyway Innovation Centre to share tailored business support
The Work Shop returns to the Merseyway Innovation Centre on 27th September, giving Stockport businesses the opportunity to access an hour of free bespoke support. These sessions promise personalised attention and tailored advice to take your business forward, with experts on hand from … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Why staff appraisals are essential for organisational success
Stockport-based business coach, Julian Stafford, explains how, when done right, staff appraisals can be a game-changer for both your people and your company. In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, the importance of staff appraisals cannot be overstated. Often seen as just … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: 15 top tips for scaling your business
Legal experts from the employment, corporate, commercial property, litigation and private client teams from Stockport law firm, SAS Daniels, discuss some of the key areas you may need to consider to help you on your way to successfully grow your business. Looking to scale your business and … [Read more...]
New Labour Market Advisory Board launched to address rising economic inactivity
A new body has launched to advise government on addressing the rising economic inactivity among working age people in the UK. The Labour Market Advisory Board brings together experts from across business, industrial relations and academia to advise government on how to bring down to the rising … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: The power of real time feedback
Customer service specialists, insight6, explain how new technology is enabling businesses to collect feedback from customers in real time. Customers expect businesses to listen, respond, and adapt instantly in the fast-paced digital age. Real-time Feedback has shifted from a nice-to-have to a … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester awards grants to support the city-region’s foundational economy
15 projects across Greater Manchester have secured grants of up to £60,000 from the city-region's Foundational Economy Innovation Fund. An online platform that helps carers manage their work and a cargo bike delivery service for high street businesses are among the projects to be backed backed by … [Read more...]
Stockport entrepreneurs invited to build their business with workshops at Central Library
Stockport Central Library will host another programme of the Build a Business Workshops for entrepreneurs to access advice and support for a successful business launch. The ‘Build a Business’ scheme offers in-person workshops, one-to-one support and connects people to local networking events … [Read more...]
Businesses invited to visit Stockport Volunteer Fair
Stockport Volunteer Fair is taking place on Wednesday 18 September at Merseyway Shopping Centre (outside Specsavers). Over 20 local community organisations will be on hand to share their latest volunteering roles as well as discuss opportunities for Corporate Volunteering packages. Stockport … [Read more...]
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