Business News in the South East May 2008 The 3 best ways to get more customers and clients; Ways to keep the cash flowing; Legislation update: ensure your sales techniques are legal.

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The 3 best ways to get more customers and clients
There are three basic low cost activities you can undertake to build your customer base. Recommendations based on Business Link research.

Ways to keep the cash flowing
Cash on the nail, please! Practical steps you can take to ensure your invoice gets paid first.

Legislation update: ensure your sales techniques are legal
Did you know that 31 common “aggressive” sales tactics are soon to be outlawed under new fair trading laws?

Legislation update: avoid prosecution for sex harassment
Clarification and advice on the new laws relating to sex discrimination.

Scared to discipline staff for fear of being sued?
Don't let fear make the problem worse. Correct disciplinary and grievance procedures in place will give you the confidence you need.

The right way to win a 2012 contract
Read our one-page guide to all the policies you need to tender for public contracts. Make the most of all resources and support available to improve your company.

What makes you a good leader?
Cranfield School of Management has studied the behaviour of thousands of entrepreneurs and has divided them into four distinct types or “entrepreneurial personalities”. Can you spot which one you are?

Make your business into a franchise
High-margin recession-proof businesses flourish in this growing sector. Find out if your business ticks the boxes.



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