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Edward De Bono
The word “guru” is one of the most overused in the English language. From PR to plumbing, it seems to be applied to anyone with a big enough mouth and a modicum of achievement to back it up.
Stephen Critchlow reveals...
It took him ten years to write a business plan for the IT firm that was a sideline to his Pharmacy career but both interests eventually led to the deal of his life. Elizabeth Donevan waits for the men in white coats as Ascribe boss Stephen Critchlow reveals...
| Energy saving goes out the window |
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UK companies say that a more difficult economy in 2008 is having a direct impact on their efforts to save energy, the annual E.ON Energy Action survey has found. In the research by YouGov for energy company E.ON, 71% of senior business leaders predict that the UK is either heading for, or already in, a recession. Nearly half say that this will impact their ability to be ‘greener’ by cutting back on the time and resources they dedicate to saving energy. But companies can actually do the opposite and, says E.ON, increasing energy saving efforts in a downturn can bring real benefits. Many low-cost or no-cost energy saving measures, such as turning off lights and equipment when not in use, can lead to tangible savings – saving 20% on energy use can add the same amount to profits as a 5% increase in sales.       |
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Technology
Soft targets
Disgruntled staff are increasingly shopping their employers to the Business Software Alliance, in return for a hefty cash reward. Paul Gershlick, commercial, intellectual property and IT solicitor at Matthew Arnold & Baldwin explains how to protect your business.
Marketing
Marketing
A number of its practitioners might be insufferable, but you can’t hope to grow your business without some form of marketing. Our latest SME Toolkit explores the basics.
General
Avoiding libel
Since the advent of the internet ordinary entrepreneurs have faced the same risk of being sued for libel as journalists and publishers. Michael Vincent and Alan Vincent of Vincents Solicitors set out some basic steps to avoid being hauled before the courts.
Growth
Trading with Europe
You might not be able to afford a fortnight in the South of France anymore but the strength of the Euro has some advantages. EN investigates the options for exporters.
