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The additional responsibilities of an early-stage founder after raising equity investment responsibilitiesraising equity web
21st January 2025
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Finance
The additional responsibilities of an early-stage founder after raising equity investment
While securing equity investment is a cause for celebration, it also marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with greater accountability, strategic oversight, and relationship management. Warren Lunt, Boost Access to Finance adviser and equity specialist, provides the key responsibilities that founders take on after raising equity investment:
Boost Q&A: John Keen, RKMS Group John Keen RKMS
16th January 2025
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Boost Q&A: John Keen, RKMS Group
John Keen purchased RKMS in 2009 following seven years working as a freelance consultant and in 2024, RKMS celebrated 30 years in business. Here John shares his business inspirations, discusses the Boost support he received, and why Lancashire is a great place to do business.
Top tips on optimising operations in a growing business optimising operations growing business
14th January 2025
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Inspiration & Spotlight
Top tips on optimising operations in a growing business
Whether you’re scaling your team, expanding product lines, or entering new markets, fine-tuning your operations can make the difference between thriving and merely surviving. Boost business adviser Amir Shafiq, who is part of the Boost Growth Catalyst team lists seven actionable tips to help you optimise your operations effectively.
The power of vision, mission, and core values for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) Power of vision mission and core values web
8th January 2025
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Inspiration & Spotlight
The power of vision, mission, and core values for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
Joanne Boyd, founder of CJX Business Services, explores below why a clear vision, mission, and core values are crucial for SMEs, and how they can strengthen your brand. She also offers tips on creating and implementing them effectively.
Eco Providers reflects on growth and sets sights on future following BIBAs win Tom Myers, Eco Providers, BIBAs
20th December 2024
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Inspiration & Spotlight
Eco Providers reflects on growth and sets sights on future following BIBAs win
A fast-growing Lancashire heating and insulation retrofitting company which was crowned this year’s Scaleup Business of the Year at the Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs), is planning to expand its range of services as it continues to scale over the coming years, according to its managing director.
A comprehensive guide to financial planning for your business future guide to financial planning web
19th December 2024
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Inspiration & Spotlight
A comprehensive guide to financial planning for your business future
The start of a new year is a great incentive to make sure your financial plans are on track to meet your current and future growth plans for the business.. Boost Scale to Thrive business adviser Joe Twigg provides a practical guide to help you develop an effective financial plan for your business.
Boost Q&A: Paul Preston, BARE Capital Paul Preston Bare Capital
17th December 2024
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Boost Q&A: Paul Preston, BARE Capital
Paul Preston from BARE Capital, joined Boost's Scale to Thrive programme in early 2024 to help grow his business network. Here, Paul shares his business inspirations, discusses the Boost support he received, and why Lancashire is a great place to do business.
Mastering the art of self-promotion: How to sell yourself effectively Mastering the art of self promotion
10th December 2024
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Inspiration & Spotlight
Mastering the art of self-promotion: How to sell yourself effectively
Boost business adviser Simon Brooke, who is part of the Boost Business Advice Service team, offers a range of actionable strategies and tips to help you sell yourself confidently and convincingly.
The importance of building a support network for business growth people taking part business event
5th December 2024
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Inspiration & Spotlight
The importance of building a support network for business growth
Boost business adviser Amir Shafiq, who is part of the Boost Growth Catalyst team, outlines how a well-connected network can assist you in navigating the many challenges of running a business.
Have your say on the new strategy to boost the Wyre local economy Poulton high street shopping
3rd December 2024
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Have your say on the new strategy to boost the Wyre local economy
Following an initial consultation in August, Wyre Council is calling out to residents and businesses to take their final chance to influence the Economic Development and Visitor Economy strategy for Wyre over the next ten to 15 years.
Boost Q&A: Emma Bolton, BoltonHR Boost Q&A Emma Bolton
22nd November 2024
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Boost Q&A: Emma Bolton, BoltonHR
BoltonHR is an independent HR provider supporting businesses that either don’t have an internal HR function or businesses that do but they need an additional resource either with HR level or capacity. Here, she shares her business inspirations, discusses the Boost support she received, and why Lancashire is a great place to do business.
Three ways to use customer feedback to improve your business Ways to use customer feedback
20th November 2024
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Inspiration & Spotlight
Three ways to use customer feedback to improve your business
Anne Williamson, founder of Customer Love, outlines three valuable ways in which you can use the collected customer feedback to grow your business.
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