How to make a small business sustainable in rural areas education

In recent years, there's been a growing wave of entrepreneurial spirit sweeping through rural areas, particularly in regions like Wiltshire. This isn't just about escaping city life for a quieter existence; it's about seizing unique opportunities that rural settings offer for sustainable business...

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Writing the Perfect Business Plan to Propel Your Startup Towards Success education

A well-structured business plan serves as your ultimate roadmap. It is essential for outlining your vision, securing funding, and guiding your startup through its early stages. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to creating an effective business plan, ensuring you are...

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7 Steps to Starting a Successful Business education

Starting a business is an exciting but challenging adventure. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a recent graduate, or an experienced professional looking to transition to self-employment, the road to success involves careful planning and strategic action. In this listicle, we’ve...

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Empowering Rural and Start-Up Ventures: A Vision for Wiltshire's Future education

Something exciting is set to hit Wiltshire. Together with our partners, the University of Bath and techSPARK, we’re focused on two key goals: helping rural communities thrive by supporting the businesses essential to the people living there, and providing targeted support for start-ups in...

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Nicola Ford - "Like a lot of us, the pandemic made me wonder 'Is there more to life than this?'" education the forge

I was lucky enough to be raised my two strong parents. My Dad worked really hard to look after his family with a 4am start every day. He took on a second job to provide but he never complained (well, I never heard it). My Mum was a tough cookie and took control of everything at home. I have...

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Olga Zilberberg - "I found myself wondering why I was different." education the forge

I was in my mid-twenties when I had the worst episode of panic attacks and depression that left me unable to leave the house or engage with the world. As a result of being at home for months, I started looking into what I could do to help myself while I waited for NHS counselling services to...

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Gareth Hutchings - "Many companies confuse clients ..." education the forge

In the world of electrical contracting, there are innovators who are redefining the industry by placing core values at the heart of their work. Meet Gareth, the visionary behind Core7, a Swindon-based electrical contracting company. Driven by a commitment to service, innovation, quality, and...

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Nadia Al-Sakkaf - "The bridge between Nations and Cultures" education the forge

I had just completed my second year at university in India where I was studying computer science engineering, miles away from my home country Yemen, when I confessed to my father that I felt lost. The experience of studying abroad in a totally different culture has opened my eyes to different...

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