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Top Five TED Talks For Business Entrepreneurs

Success is the ultimate aspiration of business owners and entrepreneurs. But what exactly does it take to succeed in today’s competitive business environment? While there is no single recipe for success, the TED talks listed below can help you position yourself on the right track. 1. How To Get Your Ideas To Spread (by Seth Godin) Seth Godin’s entrepreneurial credentials are strongly established, as he is widely acknowledged as a marketing guru. Godin is qualified to speak on the relationship between entrepreneurship and marketing, and in this talk he challenges conventional wisdom by affirming that it is not always the best ideas that are successful, but rather the most widely spread ones. He suggests that mass marketing … Read More

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Creative Workspaces In Birmingham

With a combined GVA of nearly £700 million, there is no doubt that the creative sector is one of Birmingham’s economic pillars. In only six years, the local creative industry has gone from employing 20,000 people to providing more than 34,000 jobs, and the number of creative businesses in the city has grown from 3,400 in 2010 to nearly 6,000 in 2016. Such a booming industry needs suitable space, which is readily available at some of the top creative workspaces listed below. 1. The Old Print Works The Old Print Works is located in a heritage building just a short drive away from … Read More

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The Cost of Renting Office Space In Edinburgh

Edinburgh has a thriving economy whose diversity and scope for growth attracts FTSE 100 companies and other large firms mainly in banking, insurance, finance, media, and technology. Since all these are office-based industry sectors, the demand for office space in the city is robust, and in fact Edinburgh is one of the six most important commercial property markets outside London. But how does demand affect office rental values in this Scottish city? Read on to find out. Trends Affecting Office Rental Prices In Edinburgh The TMT sector has recently become the most important forces driving the growth of the local office market. During the first three months of 2017, this sector accounted for nearly 33 per cent of … Read More

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How Large Corporations Are Changing The Way They Think About Flexible Workspaces

Until very recently, the concept of flexible workspace was perceived as a niche sector of the commercial property market that mainly catered to freelancers, remote workers, and small start-ups. However, this understanding of flexible workspace seems no longer accurate in view of recent trends that show how this type of office space is becoming increasingly attractive to large corporations. In a relatively short period of time, we have witnessed how blue-chip corporations like HSBC, KPGM, and Microsoft have acquired flexible workspace in London and incorporated it into an important part of their corporate culture. Since 2012, more than 4.5 million … Read More

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Is Dublin Becoming a Serious Challenger to London in Regards to Office Space?

Soon after the EU referendum vote, the Irish capital began making headlines as eyes turned westwards and Dublin emerged as a potential prime destination for companies considering relocating their London offices elsewhere in the EU. In fact, Dublin is already home to some large corporates in many high-value sectors, such as Citibank, Bank of America, JP Morgan, Google, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Many of these companies (and others who are contemplating a possible relocation to Dublin) have chosen to be based here given key benefits like low corporation rates, a transparent and highly competitive tax structure, and flexible labour laws. Moreover, … Read More

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The Titanic Quarter – Future Projects

The Titanic Quarter involves a master plan that will see the development of 185 acres of waterfront land in Belfast over the next three decades. With planning permission in place for some four million square feet, the development project will see new spaces for work and living emerge in coming years. In addition to developing a Media Campus and extending the Financial Services Campus, the site will see new leisure and tourism projects that will draw residents and visitors to the city. Home to over a hundred companies and more than 4,000 workers, the Titanic Quarter continues to grow in … Read More

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How to get your Business Ready for Christmas

Preparing for Christmas entails a lot of planning to ensure offices are not short-staffed or important documents delayed because of the holiday. The season is a busy time of the year, when businesses experience changes to their own operations, from upticks in activity to significant slowdowns due to clients and others taking time off to enjoy the holiday. Office Closures during Christmas Many employees ask for time off around Christmas to spend time with their family and friends, go on a holiday, or attend religious services. At the same time, Christmas can pose several unique challenges including increased or decreased … Read More

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Heart of Slough Regeneration Project

For several years, the town of Slough has been one of the most productive and dynamic business hubs in the South of England. This Berkshire town boasts higher-than-average business birth rates and benefits from as strategic location along the M4 corridor and within easy reach of London (1). What is the Heart of Slough Regeneration Project? The Heart of Slough Regeneration Project is a large-scale urban development plan that was created to capitalise on the town’s strengths and to attract higher levels of investment to this part of Berkshire (2). Overview of the Heart of Slough Project: Rationale and Context … Read More

Barnsley Regeneration Project

Barnsley was once an industrial town with thriving coal mining and glassmaking industries. The South Yorkshire town is now at the centre of regeneration efforts. In 2002, Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council launched a regeneration programme designed to revitalise the town centre with an improved transport interchange, a new digital media centre, along with new offices and apartments. With its strategic location along the M1 corridor, the town’s business parks have also spurred job growth. In an effort to further develop the local economy, the Barnsley Town Centre Regeneration Project will add approximately 35,000 square metres of new retail and leisure … Read More

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Midlands Engine Regeneration Project

The Midlands in the heart of the UK represents an important economic region for future growth. From 2011 to 2015, there were 880 foreign direct investment projects in the region alone. This represents a quarter of foreign direct investment into the UK according to the Regeneration Investment Organisation (RIO), which is part of UK Trade & Investment (UKTI). International companies are investing in the Midlands thanks to excellent transport links that include three international airports (East Midlands, Birmingham and Luton). There are also no less than 27 universities in the region that offer businesses a strong talent pool and resources. … Read More

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