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The survey that saved a client £40,000

When buying your home you really want an all clear from your surveyor but as Profile Club member Richard Ballam…

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Think like a buyer: what’s going on in the mind of a prospective buyer?

Colony Networking members Alex and Paul Dodgshon of Uscita discuss a different to preparing your business for sale. Wouldn’t it…

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5 signs that shout “your business has outgrown you”

Colony member Alex Dodgshon explains how business owners have to evolve as their businesses do. No business stays the same…

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Networking Poetry: Words that introduce

I’m always amazed by what happens when you put open-minded people together, especially in business. The result recently was pure…

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Working Holidays: 3 reasons why it’s ok

So, how was your summer? Did you take a holiday? Did you work still? Did you network still? August for…

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Are you loyal to your business value set?

Do you know – and remain loyal to – your core value set in business? July’s blog is inspired by…

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When is ‘business as usual’ ok?

Like many business owners I’ve spoken to, business was not as usual in the aftermath of events in Manchester and…

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Do you have the KLT factor?

I owe my blog theme this month to a recent marketing course delivered by Cheshire and Warrington Growth Hub and Carpe…

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Quality or Quantity: the eternal networking debate

So, what’s your networking preference…and is there a place for both quantity and quality? Do you view networking as a…

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Guest Blog – I’m Really Sorry. I Didn’t Have Time!

It’s time for time management and according to this blog, perhaps a holiday too. Our blog this month offers one ‘time…

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Networking Do’s and Don’ts aren’t enough. Try WWWWWH

There are always plenty of articles providing well-intended advice for networkers (new and experienced) on the desirable Do’s and perilous…

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Successful businesses need a Plan B

As in life, businesses need a Plan B. Not everything goes to plan all of the time. Having a Plan…

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