26th September 2007 - Business in Berkshire News: www.businessinberkshire.co.uk/260907.html

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Leasing the New Mini Clubman Estate

Although brimming with character, the current Mini is not renowned for its interior space. But this issue has been addressed by the new Mini Clubman Estate, aimed at giving drivers the best of both worlds - space and style - but without compromising the Mini character or image.

The Clubman is the next step in Mini's plans to expand its range. It's a sporty estate with just the right combination of retro appeal, style, and practical features. For example, there is a special 'club' door - just on one side of the car - to allow easier access to the rear seats for passengers who can stretch out in the relative comfort afforded by the additional space at the back.

Leasing the New Mini Clubman Estate

   

Business Review Helps Infineo With Growth Plans

When Ann Merrick of Thatcham-based IT firm Infineo contacted Business Link about a small business review, she had little idea just how effective the process would be. As well as the clarity and focus the business review brings, Ann and business partner Iain Brighton are enjoying the benefits of an elevated profile within the business community.

Ann initially read about the small business review on the pages of Business in Berkshire and decided it would be worth pursuing. Currently in their 3rd year of trading, Infineo provide high quality and affordable IT support and services for a low monthly subscription. They also provide IT equipment and software.

Business Review Helps Infineo With Growth Plans

   

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Welcome to our new members this week:

  1. Sharon Connolly of the Maximise Group and Ladies Who Latte. She opted for Mary's pink format. Perfect for a lady who knows how to make a great first impression. "Just like that!!"
  2. Catherine Moutell who has organised some major events in her time. Sue, you should connect and see how you can help each other.
  3. Protean Marketing, who enjoy the international marketing space, not for the faint hearted!
  4. and Nick Flower whose newly formed County Recruitment is preparing to hammer home some of those round pegs looking for a new home. Nick's binb space is in the early format stages. We'll be pushing his content out under its own domain name in the near future... see if we can't work our magic for him, he's a good lad!

Last week we announced we were creating www.cooperlease.co.uk and www.firstpageseo.co.uk, both of which have flown in with page one listings. Cooperlease.co.uk being launched last Wednesday morning and hitting the top spot Thursday afternoon! We'll be bringing you more news on these achievements as they happen. No point in hiding our light under a bushel and I do hope you are listening?

We can help you get your message out to a global audience looking for what you have to offer... please call us on 01753 852904

The next big event in Reading is the Thames Valley Innovation Showcase, on 16th October. Guys with big ideas will be able to share their vision with those with £££ to invest. We're helping to give it a push and those who are taking part have been invited to send us in 250 words and a picture... take a look at these great ideas... Dias Music Ltd, FindTech, FISCAL Technologies Ltd, iTelecare, True Concepts Limited.

Tell us which one of these innovators you'd like to hear about and we'll find out more and let you know next week: Business Innovation.

Our members cover a whole range of services. A couple of our friends are involved in the construction space. Jim helps make best use of buildings that have fallen into disuse, regenerating our cities. And Paul makes sure the guys don't fall out of the trucks on the way to the office! For those who manage to keep their wheels on the road there could be an award or two coming their way...

Enjoy today's news and please call us on 01753 852904 to discuss how we can help you shout a little louder!

   

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Promotional Corporate Gifts and Ideas

Do you want to get your company message across in a consistent way to your customers and prospects? Reading-based M-four Promotions will almost certainly have the answer. The company specialize in a wide range of distinctive and stylish corporate promotional items and gifts.

M-four Promotions have a specialist team of Promotional Merchandise Consultants on call to discuss your requirements - whether it's a totally bespoke one-off item or an order for 100,000 branded pens. The company offers an amazing range of items including mousemats, mugs, lanyards, umbrellas, USB pens and more.

Promotional Corporate Gifts and Ideas

   

TOP Transport Award

A major Berkshire bus provider operator is celebrating today after being short listed for a prestigious UK Bus Award. The UK Bus Awards rewards excellence in the bus industry and contenders will find out if they will drive off with a gong at the glittering ceremony in London on 7th November.

First Berkshire has been nominated for the CBS Outdoor Award for Bus Marketing Campaign of the Year. The award is for the operator, local authority or partnership that can show how the spirited use of marketing methods had encouraged more people on to the bus.

Judges were impressed by First Berkshire's Rainbow Fares initiative - a new, simple approach to marketing coach services linking Windsor, Slough and Bracknell with London. Different fares are charged according to the time of travel, which are easy to understand due to a colour coding system. Vividly branded Rainbow Fares are supported by clear promotional material explaining the colour coded fares charts.

TOP Transport Award

   

How to Find Business Sales Leads

You could invest time and money joining numerous online and offline networking groups. You could spend a small fortune on advertising in online and offline publications. Or you can sign up for Business in Berkshire's new business lead generation service.

Free up your time and make the process of finding business sales leads so much easier with our help. Every Friday we will be publishing a members-only newsletter dedicated to the task of finding business sales leads for our members.

How to Find Business Sales Leads

   

A Short Guide to E-Mail Etiquette

Nowadays most of us communicate via email every day, so it makes sense to have some simple etiquette rules in place to ensure your emails are doing their job effectively.

Email etiquette (or should that be E-tiquette?) is something of a grey area. There are no hard and fast rules about what's acceptable in the content of your email, although as a general rule email is accepted as a less formal method of communication than a traditional letter. So it's acceptable to begin with 'Hi...' Rather than 'Dear...'. Similarly, it's fine to close your message with 'regards' or 'see you soon' rather than 'yours sincerely / faithfully'.

A Short Guide to E-Mail Etiquette

   

Kids Clothes for Autumn Days

We've had some fine days so far this month but there's no doubt the autumn is creeping up on us. Whether you're planning a family break abroad in the October half-term or making the most of the remaining sunshine, MiniMoonsailors can help bring a smile to your children's faces...

For colder days, we have a fantastic selection of children's fleeces and jackets. We are also offering some great prices on skiwear. Remember, your kids don't have to be skiers to enjoy the benefits of a warm, waterproof ski jacket to see them through the winter - with gloves and hats to match of course. And if you are planning a skiing holiday, take a visit to our online shop and take a look at our range of children's skiwear.

Kids Clothes for Autumn Days

   

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