17th April 2007 - Business in Berkshire News: www.businessinberkshire.co.uk/170407.html

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Buy your ticket online for our Business in Berkshire networking event next Monday, 23rd April, St George's Day. Places are going fast, if you want to build your business in Berkshire you shouldn't miss this opportunity to connect with quality business people from across the county.

We have asked each of our presenters for 200 words to introduce them, their presentation or both! As good old fashion traditions dictate, ladies first, Tessa Harris and Mary Flavelle.

Yell have asked if we can help promote their event this week. So if you have set up your business in the last 18 months then get along on Thursday and join in.

I'm at Newbury college today talking about the Berkshire Business Show that they will be hosting on 11th July, so more news coming soon! The Thames Valley Business Magazine Awards takes place in November and there will be information coming your way on how to enter shortly.

Have you got an event, large or small, taking place in or around Berkshire? Then you should seriously consider a Business in Berkshire website for promoting your event and making the most of our newsletter / website services. Starting with Bronze membership at only £180 + Vat per year, you'd be mad not to join in. (Don't expect miracles and 100 people to turn up just because they read about your event in our newsletter. But if you work your space over time you can get some amazing results from people finding you when they have a need. Try a search for copywriting seminar.)

Come and find out more about Business in Berkshire at our St George's Day event next Monday, 23rd April. Buy your ticket online today.

 

Today's Featured News

   

Mary Flavelle as Mary Flavelle

When I got the job as an Executive at the Chamber of Commerce, I found something which had been made for me. All my past experiences and different jobs had trained me for this one post. I spent 8 years at the Chamber honing my new skills, where networking was key. I had been running a business women's group since I had joined the Chamber and it totally ran out of steam -what was the solution? Very simple - stop doing it!

Altogether we took 2 months off, during that time, had a bit of brainstorming with members as to what they would like to get out of networking and the new SHE plc was formed. Mary is proud to be the founder of this fantastic event which is still going strong.

Mary Flavelle as Mary Flavelle

   

Tessa Harris

Most of the business community would agree that editoral space is worth its weight in gold. But, says Tessa Harris, editor of Berkshire Life, the glossy lifestyle magazine that's the only paid-for title in the county,some people just don't help themselves when given the opportunity.

Regular advertisers in the magazine are often asked if they would like to supply images or information about their products and services, but many of them are ill-prepared to respond says Tessa, who has more than 20 years experience on national and regional titles.

Tessa Harris

   

Types of Mortgage

Types of Mortgage
There are numerous types of mortgage available and the choices can sometimes be all too overwhelming. In this article I'll be looking at the more familiar mortgage options.

What's a 'rate'?
The 'rate' usually refers to the rate of interest that you pay back on your mortgage. The rate is calculated as a percentage of the total amount that you owe and is affected by various market factors, including inflation.

Types of Mortgage

   

Planning the future of your business

If you have been in business for less than 18 months then...

Yell invites you to a Development Workshop

"Planning the future of your business"

Everything you need to know about planning the future of your business. This is also an excellent opportunity for you to meet and exchange ideas with other people who are running their own business.

Planning the future of your business

   

International Trade Event

Mid-Wessex & Thames Valley Branch

Branch International Trade Event for Networking - CPD - Latest News Open to Non-Members

GET A GRIP ON CUSTOMS 2007

International Trade Event

   

Self-Employed Pensions

Self-Employed Pensions
The security of a pension is one of the key things that may be sacrificed when you become self-employed. Most firms have their own pension schemes that you and your employer contribute to, but if you're self-employed you have to take care of this yourself.

What are my options?
As everyone's circumstances are different, the options available will vary.

Self-Employed Pensions

   

Sipps set-up costs becoming 'increasingly competitive'

Sipps set-up costs becoming 'increasingly competitive'

Set-up costs of self-invested personal pensions (Sipps) have dropped in the last year as providers clamour for a piece of the market.

This is according to research company Defaqto, which found that setting up a Sipp has become up to 13 per cent cheaper over the last 12 months.

It said consumers are benefiting from reduced prices that the firm believes are set to continue to spiral downwards.

Sipps set-up costs becoming 'increasingly competitive'

   

Apprentice Programme Launch

Business in Berkshire is launching its Apprentice Programme on St George's Day 2007.

Experienced business people looking for flexible assistance and individuals, of all ages, new to business are invited to join us for a networking day to remember.

7am while 7pm - come at a time that fits in with your schedule on 23rd April 2007 at The Arches Club, Reading.

Apprentice Programme Launch

   

FREE Small Business Review

Practical Help with Immediate Results for Berkshire Businesses

Ever spent sleepless nights puzzling over what is holding your business back or how you could make more money for less time and effort?

With external experts reviewing your situation from a fresh perspective, adding tangible value to your business in the process, the new, FREE Small Business Review service from Business Link.

FREE Small Business Review

   

Other News

Fully funded Team Leader Training
Wth Train to Gain, the Government's initiative to help build skills, in full swing, we have 12 NVQ Level 2 Team Leader places available in Berkshire.

Young female guard at Windsor Castle
The 17-year-old Leanne Lawley became the first woman to guard the gates at Windsor Castle last week.

It is the first time in 900 years that the authorities have allowed female guards to keep watch at the royal establishment in Berkshire.

Planning Seminar in Reading
The Heat is on!! Planning Seminar - 6pm-8pm. Location: Boyes Turner Solicitors, Abbots House, Abbey Street, Reading.

Training Rooms near Reading and Maidenhead
The air conditioned conference suite includes a Conference Room, Meeting Rooms and Café (all with natural daylight) and is available for you to hire for your events or meetings.

Copywriting seminar
How to write words which generate more response! Two delegates can attend for the price of one. Intensive half day copywriting seminar.

Reading Borough Council called to account over IDR scheme
The One-way Inner Distribution Road (IDR) is an excuse for a land grab. It is not a solution to Reading's traffic, transport and environment; it should be resisted.

Virtual Headphones Developed by Microsoft
Boffins at Microsoft are working on a revolutionary system which combines camera imaging software with audio technology to create speakers which act like virtual headphones - even as you walk around your office. It means workers who use Skype or other voice communication tools will no longer be tied to their computers by a headset and microphone.

Government Announces Internet Fraud Statistics (r)
According to recent research by the Government's Get Safe Online project, around 12% of internet users fell prey to fraudsters in 2006, a figure that equates to around 3.5 million people. The report, entitled 'Internet Safety: The State of the Nation', found that on average fraud victims lost £875 as a result.

Getting Ready for the Smoking Ban (r)
With the ban on smoking in public places less than 100 days away, are businesses prepared for the change in the law? According to Public Health Minister Caroline Flint, 25% of UK businesses were unaware of the ban which takes effect on 1st July. A similar ban was introduced in Wales this week.

Mobile Calls Get Cheaper (r)
Thanks to new controls introduced by telecoms regulator Ofcom, mobile phone customers could soon be reaping the benefits of around £400-500 million in savings over the next few years. The controls will regulate the amount network operators can charge phone companies for connecting through their networks.

UK property market 'to cool' (r)
Britain's housing market is set to cool over the rest of the year, according to Standard & Poor's (S&P).

   

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