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Keep Up

‘Keep up’ dear; those words will remain with me forever.

Being the youngest of three and by far the smallest, I was constantly trying to ‘keep up’ with my elder siblings. Be that walking, running, cycling, swimming, eating or any of those basic things in life. However, it certainly made me learn quickly, [...]

What Can I do to make you love me?

Or, more importantly, what can I do to make you love my business?

It’s that time of year when love is in the air, cupid is sharpening his arrows, and Rose prices are hiked up beyond recognition in readiness for St Valentine’s Day. Traditionally, we will all be declaring our love and affection to [...]

Enterprise or employment, which is best?

For many the daunting task of entering into the unknown world of self employment is fraught  with fear and suspicion. With HMRC threatening every move made with dire threats of fines  and even worse criminal records, accountants speaking in a strange language and solicitors  poised to attack if a mistake is made, it [...]

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I went to church last Saturday. This is unusual for me. Truth to tell I went to see a concert in a church and it was not your usual Christmas concert.

Pictures and images of Ian Anderson standing on one leg playing the flute, leading the group Jethro Tull are pretty familiar. He [...]

Star FM

Richard gave an interview recently to Cambridge Star FM. He gives an over-view of Foundation East and the work that we are doing in the region. To listen use the following link: Star FM

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To be or not to be – SCARED? Yes you should be. But for all the best reasons

I have always found that being nervous prior to public speaking or embarking on a venture, playing sport, attending an interview or hosting an event means that you invariably perform your duties well. I have also always found that, approaching the same occasions in an over confident manner means that you perform poorly.

The [...]

Networking – Strength or Weakness? Opportunity or Threat?

Love them or loathe them, Networking events are now a major part of business marketing strategy. A great networker will become the face of his or her business and establish valuable business relationships, wherever & whenever the opportunity arises. A poor networker could do untold damage and jeopardise future business opportunities.

Networking or Profiling, [...]