Login 6 steps to nailing your personal brand as an entrepreneur It’s 2023 and we are truly living in the digital age and all well aware of the rapid rise of social media. In fact there are over 2.5 billion monthly active Instagram users and TikTok, 30.8 million. With this, entrepreneurs and influencers have become much more aware of personal branding and its importance in building a cohesive online presence. Having a powerful personal brand is critical for both personal and professional growth. Features 2 years ago
Login 5 key considerations when choosing the right payment provider With the rise of eCommerce and changing customer behaviours, more businesses are selling their products and services online. This year, the UK’s revenue is expected to increase by 19% - showing the scale of this growth. Features 2 years ago
Login Women of Antler Fireside Chat On 19th May 2023, I was lucky enough to be invited to Antler’s UK HQ for their ‘Women of Antler brunch and fireside chat: Unlocking Success’ event. Antler is a Singapore-based business incubator and startup accelerator founded in 2017 with Pitchbook ranking it as the most active seed stage venture capital firm in 2022 globally, with 262 deals. News 2 years ago
Login ESG Targets: Are They Doing More Harm Than Good? Sustainability expert Tom Gosling is raising concerns about the potential negative consequences of relying solely on ESG targets. In a recent episode of the Conversations on Climate Podcast, Tom argues that ESG targets can lead to greenwashing and create a false sense of security. News 2 years ago
Login Key Considerations When Building a Website A successful business needs a well-built and well-designed website in this modern digital era. Nowadays even a small family business has its own website. Having a unique and memorable website is important if you want to build brand recognition, differentiate yourself from your others and stay in the memories of your visitors. Features 2 years ago
Login Brite payments: proprietary instant payments network to power instant payments and payouts Brite Payments, one of Sweden’s fastest growing fintechs and a leader in instant bank payments, has announced its Brite Instant Payments Network (IPN). News 2 years ago
Login How to build confidence before an investment pitch When it comes to raising capital for your company, an experienced founder will tell you that getting your foot in the door to pitch for investment is only just the start of the journey. One of the biggest obstacles founders face in their efforts to get funding is the dreaded first round of persuading a group of strangers to put money into your business. Features 2 years ago
Login Why HR Teams Deserve Greater Recognition The world of work is unrecognisable compared to five years ago. The pandemic propelled workplace trends forward and many businesses faced economic headwinds. The unprecedented circumstances prompted people to re-evaluate what they really wanted from their careers, provoked ‘The Great Resignation’, and a battle for talent. Features 2 years ago
Login Microsoft's collaboration with Builder AI means anyone can be an app developer Today, apps are an integral part of our lives. Think about it, to communicate, bank, learn, travel, share content, game, stream, shop and listen - you name it - we all use apps! They’ve transformed the way we live our lives, and at this point, they’re almost tricky to avoid. Features 2 years ago
Login Burnout: recognising the signs and how it can be avoided Do you have frequent feelings of anger, irritability, cynicism, or dread about the prospect of the working day ahead? These could be key indicators that you’re approaching burnout. Features 2 years ago
Login 3 ways leaders can manage their wellbeing while supporting teams While the relationship between wellbeing and performance of employees is often discussed, the mental health of leaders can quickly take a back seat in the face of challenging times. Features, Startups, Life 2 years ago
Login The importance of PR for your marketing matrix I know what it’s like to run a startup. I’ve been there, got the t-shirt and even been spat at. Yes, that’s true, but don’t worry it was by a llama when I was visiting the factory where I bought the Peruvian knitwear from in the Andes, Peru when I was running my first company back in 2008. Features 2 years ago
Login Gresham House Ventures invests £3.5m into sustainability impact software startup Dayrize Gresham House Ventures, a growth equity investor specialising in software and digitally driven businesses in the technology, consumer, healthcare and services sectors, has completed a £3.5 million investment into product sustainability impact software business Dayrize. News 2 years ago
Login Over 51 million VR Headsets Shipped in the Last 5 Years As one of the biggest tech trends in the past decade, with millions of users in both the consumer and business sector, virtual reality (VR) has hit impressive shipment and revenue figures. News 2 years ago
Login Digital Poverty Alliance Unveils National Delivery Plan to End Digital Poverty by 2030 The Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA) has announced a landmark strategy to end digital poverty in the United Kingdom by 2030, setting out six core missions and calling on government, industry, and local communities to work together to achieve this aim. News 2 years ago