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Assess your options for growth
It is important to evaluate whether you want to consolidate your business’ position or find ways to grow.
Read MoreRural Challenge Programme 2012
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) launched its £700,000 Rural Challenge Programme on 14 September 2012.
Read MoreCorporation tax reform could bring 58,000 new jobs
Northern Ireland could attract 58,000 more jobs by 2030 if corporation tax was reduced to Republic of Ireland levels, an independent study has found.
Read MoreInternet usage figures show smart money is on smartphone
Smartphone ownership has risen significantly in the past year which is hardly surprising given the functionality smart phones now have.
Read MoreCIPD launches Workplace Financial Education guide
New guidance to help employers improve financial awareness and help prevent employees from being worried about finances.
Read MoreWomen told networking is vital in order to grow your own business
The first Women in Business networking event of the autumn was held at Hillsborough Castle yesterday with more than 140 female entrepreneurs and business leaders taking part.
Read MoreSmall businesses struggling to raise finance – survey
Small firms are struggling to raise the money they need to expand, according to a survey by business leaders.
Read MoreEnterprise Minister urges businesses to embrace innovation
Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster is urging businesses to embrace innovation and benefit from Invest Northern Ireland’s Innovation Voucher programme, which to date has helped boost the performance of over 1,000 businesses.
Read MoreSecurity and crime prevention
The security measures you should employ will depend on factors such as your location, the type of goods you sell, your trading hours and the staff you employ.
Read MorePenny pinching blamed for business closures
A lack of disposable income has been blamed for the closure of a number of businesses within the Omagh area in recent weeks and months, according to the president of the local Chamber of Commerce.
Read MoreChoose the right premises for your business
Choosing the right premises is a key business decision. Your premises should help you to operate effectively without excessive costs. At the same time, you should avoid being tied to premises that might not suit you in the future.
Read More5 Tips to Fight Procrastination
For many, mild procrastination is harmless. But for others, procrastination can be a major stumbling block, particularly in today’s growing freelance economy. Consider a freelancer whose paycheck is tied to productivity, or an entrepreneur who wants to start a new business. In these cases, procrastination can be costly.
Read MoreCrowdfunding start-ups show how to sidestep bank loans
Entrepreneurs are having a tough time at the moment, as banks are slow to loan them money but start-ups are increasingly finding funding through other means – by asking complete strangers.
Read MoreFarm Modernisation Tranche 3 Now Open for receipt of applications
Farm Modernisation Programme Tranche 3 is Now Open for receipt of applications and will close at 4.00pm on 19th October 2012.
Read MoreTodds Leap is one of Britian’s Best Businesses
Todds Leap, the Ballygawley-based activity, conference and training centre, was today awarded Gold for Northern Ireland at Britain’s Best Business Awards. This national award comes on the back of the company lifting the prestigious Best Visitor Experience Award 2012 from the Northern Ireland Tourist Board earlier this year.
Read MoreAn innovation start-up
An innovation start-up is a new business dedicated to successfully exploiting a new business idea. This is usually done by an entrepreneur – an inventor with personal ownership of an idea and a business plan of how to exploit it.
Read MoreCross Border Networking Event
Two new seminars at Omagh Enterprise, taken by Claire Burge of ‘Get Organised’.
Read MoreOrganic Food Award for Omagh’s Heavenly Tasty Organics
Omagh-based, Heavenly Tasty Organics has received a Highly Commended award at the Soil Association Organic Food Awards for its unique range of frozen baby weaning meals. The company is also celebrating a listing by Dunnes, the leading Irish retainer, for its products.
Read MoreInvestment for business: 5 mistakes to avoid
Investment for business is crucial. Whether you’re seeking an investment from your Dad, the Dragons, or anything in between; there are a number of things you need to look out for.
Read MoreTouching base with those office waffle phrases that drive us mad
The Ulster Herald decided to touch base with people in the local business community to take a helicopter view of how they feel about those annoying and pretentious ‘buzz words’ which have been creeping into offices over the past few years.
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