Recent content by Scotian

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    Buisness Mentor??

    Hi there, I have been an entrepreneur now for over 35 years both online and offline. I have had my online businesses that I built myself for the last 15 years. I am also a business coach and also have some free info that might assist you at avrilbetts.com - I am happy to answer any questions and...
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    Business Insurance

    Usually these policies cover both public liability and property. Talk to a broker find out what options are out there for you, but as a Barber you will need to have it to protect yourself. They usually have base amounts for property and furniture and fixtures and it will depend on whether you...
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    Review Sites

    At one time review sites were good, as they were honest reviews from people who had used the product or service. What has happened in the last year or so is that business owners are now purchasing their own review sites and posting to them, so you aren't actually getting honest reviews anymore...
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    Small Family Businesses Without Heirs

    Another alternative to a manager would be to bring someone in on a profit share basis. this would give them some incentive to make sure the business thrives and grows as they would have a vested interest in the business. Eventually you might want to sell it to them. This would be of particular...
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    Entrepreneur

    There are numerous things to think of when starting a business. What is your experience at recruiting. How are you going to market your services Do you have references or testimonials to support your service If you rent an office will you need staff such as a receptionist Renting might be...
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    Running a ltd business whilst still employed?

    If you have a contract with this company and there is no conflict of interest between the two companies and you have completed the work as required then they are obligated to pay. I suspect they are concerned about confidentiality between the two companies. Like the previous replies suggest I...
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    How do you manage your invoices?

    Having gone through this process myself, I have found that the KISS formula is best. have an invoice and any other forms made up keep them on your computer so the accountant can bring them up and just type in the information for each sale. Then save them all in a folder on your computer system...
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    Advice needed from a restaurant owner

    I suggest checking out the auctions and second hand places for your kitchen equipment there are many restaurants gone out of business and there is always good equipment out there for cheap prices. 120 covers is ambitious, your biggest expense is going to be staffing as whether you have...
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    LTD ::: Help !

    Creating a website is fairly quick once your website is prepared it can be launched on a hosting site and is usually up and running within 24 hours. However, I would question the use of a gov.uk website if you are a private operator. gov websites are reserved for government offices and you could...
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    which business is best ???

    Real Estate is your best and safest option, also have you considered Private Mortages, the interest rates is good, you get a monthly return and your capital is protected by the asset. Brokers dealing with this for you will check the credit rating and equity in the property before placing the...