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If you’re considering venue hire for an upcoming work event, you’ll want to make sure you’re aware of the key benefits of hiring a venue. With a venue, you’ll be able to plan a better event, and you’ll be able to avoid a number of issues as well. These are a few of the many reasons to hire a venue. You’ll Have More Than Enough Space To Accommodate Everyone You can choose a venue that’s a suitable size for the event you’re hosting. Because of this, you’ll be able to allow people to bring guests. Trying to host an event in the office can be difficult. When you secure a...

The biggest thing that will make or break a workplace is the satisfaction levels of those working there. It is very important to help make your team feel appreciated and empowered. Some great ways to do this are: • Show interest in their employee goals and how you can help the individuals reach them • Do not underestimate the power of simply saying ‘Thank You’ • Encourage team members speak up when they see another member do something great • Throw a party for them, take them out to lunch or even bring lunch to them • Celebrate/acknowledge their milestones such as birthdays, anniversaries, promotions etc. • Create company traditions...

If you’re an ambitious, hoping-to-be entrepreneur, and the thought of starting your own business is a bit daunting, one option to consider could be franchising. Pros • Operating under an already established brand could lead to success as they already have an established business model, loyal customers, and market trust. • You will immediately have advice, support and guidance from the franchisor and not have to worry about start-up costs and branding. • Securing financial support, such as loans, is easier. Investors are more likely to look upon franchises more favourably as they have a proven business model. • Relationships with suppliers, distributors, sales and marketing teams already exist so...

Lower Startup Costs– costs involved with starting your own business tend to be high compared to choosing a franchise option. Many companies will have a set financial plan so you understand the initial costs of investment involved. Support & Expertise– owning a franchise tends to come with a good support network, from the company and also other franchisers in different areas across the country. Brand Recognition– becoming the franchise owner of a company that already has brand recognition means you don’t need to spend as much time building brand recognition. All you need to do it market the service in your own area. There are many positives to owning your...

If you’ve been asked to plan a conference and you’ve never done so before, it can be quite an anxiety inducing experience. There are so many moving parts and needs that have to be met such as finding the right speakers, ensuring the needs of the audience are met, ensuring everything is working smoothly etc. With that said, we will now take a look at a couple of essential tips that will help you to pull off an amazing conference. Now, our first tip is that you should plan the conference many months ahead of time. This is especially true if the conference is medium to large. Even if you’re...