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2017, expectations, overwhelm and keeping it real Jane Binnion
9th January 2017
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2017, expectations, overwhelm and keeping it real
Running a successful business, juggling family life and all other commitments isn’t easy – it can be a lot of hard work. But it can also be worth it. Jane Binnion, founder of The Growing Club, shares some words of wisdom as we move into 2017.
Are you looking for start up finance in Lancashire? regional_growth_fund 2
11th November 2016
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Are you looking for start up finance in Lancashire?
Start Up Loans are a government-backed personal loan available to individuals looking to start or grow a business in the UK and in Lancashire we’re one of the organisations that start up businesses can come to for help.
The value of a business mentor, by a mentor help__support_and_guidance___web 2
28th October 2016
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The value of a business mentor, by a mentor
Have you ever considered having a business mentor? Do you understand what it is that they do? Do you think it is something for other businesses, but not yours?
Business confidence in Lancashire ‘is on the up’ Aerospace Sector in Lancashire
21st September 2016
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Business confidence in Lancashire ‘is on the up’
Lancashire is bucking the trend when it comes to business confidence following the EU referendum – thanks to the county’s strong manufacturing base, according to Boost and Co member Haworths Chartered Accountants.
Love something enough to make it your life’s work? wendy_bowers_web 2
7th September 2016
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Love something enough to make it your life’s work?
Wendy Bowers, founder of Lancashire-based coaching and mentoring business Role, talks about doing a job you love and how to make the most of that passion.
How you could benefit from lean startup support 23_entrepreneurs_attended_the_first_boost_lean_launchpad_master_class_in_blackburn 2
30th August 2016
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How you could benefit from lean startup support
Rona McFall, head of entrepreneurial solutions at Winning Pitch, explains more about the ‘lean startup’ concept and how new Lancashire businesses could benefit.
Lancashire County Council gets the crowdfunding vibe luke_massie___vibe_tickets 2
25th August 2016
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Lancashire County Council gets the crowdfunding vibe
Lancashire County Council is investing £5,000 in Vibe Tickets, an app which helps fans to find affordable tickets to events.
Retailers encouraged to enter high street competition gbhs_awards_logo_2016_transparent_1 2
25th August 2016
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Retailers encouraged to enter high street competition
Business owners and staff across Lancashire are being encouraged to enter the Great British High Street competition 2016.
Run a successful business or social enterprise and looking to grow? gs_10000_small_businesses 2
2nd August 2016
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Run a successful business or social enterprise and looking to grow?
Successful businesses and social enterprises from Lancashire are being encouraged to apply for a national business support opportunity.
UK Manufacturers, what does the future hold? shutterstock_115846333 2
13th July 2016
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UK Manufacturers, what does the future hold?
Boost and Co member Moore and Smalley is running its fifth annual Manufacturing & Engineering Survey in conjunction with MHA and Lloyds Commercial Banking.
The Growing Club – a peer coaching club for women in business the_growing_club___may_2016 2
27th May 2016
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The Growing Club – a peer coaching club for women in business
Boost & Co member Jane Binnion introduces The Growing Club, a new business coaching club for women business owners and founders of charities and social enterprises.
Capital grants available for growing Lancashire businesses paul_bailey__optimum_coatings 2
25th May 2016
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Capital grants available for growing Lancashire businesses
Are you going to invest at least £50k into your business within the next 12 months on new plant or equipment? The Lancashire Business Growth Fund can assist with up to 20% funding.

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