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Time for SMEs to get serious about cybercrime risks cyber security website
22nd May 2017
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Time for SMEs to get serious about cybercrime risks
A spate of global cyber security attacks have highlighted the need for businesses of all sizes to take steps to protect their IT infrastructure. Chris Hunter, director of Boost and Co member HM Network, explains why it’s vital to keep software up-to-date.
How to make your business 'investment ready' Investment ready website
19th May 2017
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How to make your business 'investment ready'
John Leach, chief executive of Winning Pitch, outlines how entrepreneurs can put themselves in the funder’s shoes to increase their likelihood of securing investment.
Ransomware - top tips to protect your business Ransomware Boost
15th May 2017
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Ransomware - top tips to protect your business
The recent ransomware attack affecting numerous organisations, including the NHS, highlight the impact that cyber-crime can have. As such, it's more important than ever to be vigilant and resilient. Here are our top tips for protecting your business.
New low carbon innovation hub for Lancashire businesses Low Carbon Eco Innovation
4th May 2017
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New low carbon innovation hub for Lancashire businesses
Lancaster University is paving the way for Lancashire firms to capitalise on the market for eco-innovation – estimated to be worth £2 billion to the regional economy.
What if your managers are your biggest barriers to growth? AdobeStock_129147578
27th April 2017
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What if your managers are your biggest barriers to growth?
In the final blog of the series, Richard Harrison explains how to tackle a major internal growth barrier.
How CSR can help improve your chances of growth AdobeStock_48103341
26th April 2017
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How CSR can help improve your chances of growth
Corporate Social Responsibility can really help improve your chances of growth - but only if it’s done right.
National Volunteers’ Week: the importance of volunteering Volunteers Week 2017
26th April 2017
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National Volunteers’ Week: the importance of volunteering
National Volunteers’ Week, organised by NCVO, runs from the 1-7 June. Here we speak to Amanda Meachin, CEO of Boost delivery partner Community & Business Partners about the importance of volunteers to her organisation.
Sweet taste of success for doughnut manufacturer Shiraz Master Simply Doughnuts 1

Sweet taste of success for doughnut manufacturer

Shiraz Master
Simply Doughnuts Ltd, Blackburn

Lancashire joins in the Festival of Making National Festival of Making Boost
21st April 2017
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Lancashire joins in the Festival of Making
The first National Festival of Making will take place on Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 May at various venues in Blackburn. In the build-up to the festival weekend itself, Creative Lancashire have curated a series of events from 27 April to 11 May, to explore manufacturing and creativity, aimed at professional creative practitioners/makers and industry
Why changing mindsets can unlock new ideas AdobeStock_93617065
20th April 2017
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Inspiration & Spotlight
Why changing mindsets can unlock new ideas
Our latest blog from Geminus Training's Richard Harrison explains how changing mindsets can bring out the best in a workforce.
Entrepreneur Sally’s business dream becomes reality Sally studied nutrition at university 2

Entrepreneur Sally’s business dream becomes reality

Sally Bennett
Beanmade Candles, Preston

Boost staff performance with valued incentives AdobeStock_139042595
13th April 2017
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Boost staff performance with valued incentives
It’s a common misconception that the way to get your staff to perform better is to incentivise them with financial rewards. Geminus Training's Richard Harrison explores the alternatives.

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