Running a business and managing a team of employees comes with it’s fair share of obstacles and complexities, and a great team of employees starts with a great leader. Here are 5 skills that great leaders should possess in order to make their team and business a success. The success of your employees can also […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/infographic-5-skills-great-leaders/If your digital marketing strategy is in need of a boost, our top 5 strategies you probably haven’t tried could get your business back on track. A fresh marketing approach could be just what your company needs to encourage new clients to employ your services. Whether you’re a tradesman or a consultant, there’s a strategy […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/digital-marketing-strategies-probably-havent-tried/As a small business owner, it’s important you use all the tools at your disposal to promote and grow your company. LinkedIn is an invaluable and free service you can utilise to really benefit your business. Here’s our top tips and tricks get the most out of the network and use LinkedIn to successfully boost […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/5-ways-use-linkedin-boost-small-business/The growing rise of tool theft in the UK continues to increase with an estimated £35.5 million worth of tools stolen in 2016; a 30.5 per cent increase compared to 2015. Undoubtedly, the UK appears to be experiencing something of a construction site-theft crime wave with professional construction tools being stolen all over the country. […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/how-to-protect-yourself-from-tool-theft/As a freelancer, gaining new clients can be tricky and often feel like hard work. Between juggling the work requirements for the brands you already work with and spending time promoting your own services to win future clients, it can feel like there’s just not enough time to do it all. So, here’s some simple […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/infographic-how-to-get-more-clients-as-a-freelancer/Learning how to successfully manage your time is one of the most effective ways to enhance your productivity in your business. By proactively focusing on how you’re spending your day, you can effectively get more done in less time. Bring your best self into your workplace or home office with our top 5 time management […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/increase-your-productivity-with-these-5-time-management-hacks/Earlier this week, Jeremy Corbyn announced his promise to crack down on late payments for small businesses in the UK, and now, the National Federation of Builders (NFB) has highlighted the impact of the issue on the building trade. According to the NFB, late payments are preventing the growth of construction companies and also affecting […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/smes-and-construction-companies-owed-26-billion-in-late-invoice-payments/At Constructaquote, we love to help our customers get their name out there and win more of their own customers. Public relations (PR) is a great way to increase brand awareness and grow your business. Here’s a helpful infographic we created with some simple PR tips…
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/infographic-top-pr-tips-for-small-businesses/When you’re self-employed, you’re responsible for managing your budget, time and all of the important day to day decisions within your business. Therefore, it’s essential you practise the best business habits to ensure you remain productive and focused on advancing your company. Here’s the habits we think will have the most positive influence on your […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/best-business-habits-self-employed-people/Many businesses outsource certain roles and even whole departments of their company. There are many reasons for this, including reduced employee costs and more time for business owners to grow their company.
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/info-graphic-the-benefits-of-outsourcing-for-your-business/There are many techniques you can use to generate new business leads, but how do you convert these leads into repeat clients? The answer is simple – a consistent and continual approach to marketing. Marketing can be a great way to grow clientele, create loyalty and generate new business. However, the fact is, marketing takes […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/how-to-get-your-name-out-there-as-a-business-consultant/Personal pension schemes are a tricky topic – one that often confuses people to the point where they shut it out, forget about it, and miss out on the rewards later on. To put it simply, a pension scheme is a long term, tax-free savings plan in which you can put savings for a time […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/planning-your-pension-when-should-i-start-saving/Failing to deal with certain legal issues properly can lead to serious and unnecessary problems down the line – particularly when it comes to exiting the business. Employment, property, contracts and health and safety are just some of things that can cause issues for businesses. As a business owner, it’s paramount to do everything within […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/legal-tips-for-new-business-owners/The key to a productive and positive work environment obviously lies in ensuring your employees feel valued and respected in your company. The happier your employees are within your business, the more motivated they will be to generate positive results and sales. There are several ways you can keep employee morale high and let your […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/5-ways-to-boost-morale-in-your-business/In this video, Constructaquote Founder and serial entrepreneur , Lyndon Wood discusses whether you should follow your passion or chase the money when it comes to business. Scroll down for the video, or read on for the article version… One of the most common questions I get asked is “should I follow my passion or […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/i-follow-passion-chase-money-business-lyndon-wood/In this video, Constructaquote Founder and serial entrepreneur , Lyndon Wood discusses whether or not money is crucial to start a business. Scroll down for the video, or read on for the article version… Let me tell you a little story… When I was 19, I had £14,000 in mortgage arrears, as well as other debt, […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/i-need-money-start-business/In this video, Constructaquote Founder and serial entrepreneur , Lyndon Wood shares his advice on how to boost morale in your business. Scroll down for the video, or read on for the article version… Boosting morale in your business and of course for yourself; I’ll let you know some of the things that I do […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/boost-morale-business-lyndon-wood/In this video, Constructaquote Founder and serial entrepreneur , Lyndon Wood shares his advice on how to grow your business. Scroll down for the video, or read on for the article version… One of the most common questions I get asked is “how do I grow my business?”. The truth is, when you start in business […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/grow-business-lyndon-wood/In this video, Constructaquote Founder and serial entrepreneur Lyndon Wood discusses the 5 things that business owners should stop doing right now. Scroll down for the video, or read on for a summary of Lyndon’s advice… Over Networking If you’re going to go to breakfast meetings, make sure they are going to add value for […]
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https://blog.constructaquote.com/business-owners/A construction technology company plans to bring its bricklaying robot to the UK this year in a move which could threaten jobs across the nation. Developed by Construction Robotics, SAM (Semi-Automated Mason) is a robot said to be capable of laying up to 3,000 bricks a day and is already being used on some building […]
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