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Boost Growth Stories - Issue 2 Growth Stories 2
5th June 2017
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Boost Growth Stories - Issue 2
In the second issue of Boost Growth Stories we showcase seven #GrowingLancashire businesses that we are supporting to achieve their growth aspirations.
What we learnt from the first Boost education ‘power group’ education power group
25th May 2017
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What we learnt from the first Boost education ‘power group’
Darshana Patel, programme office for Boost Business Lancashire, shares her experiences of bringing together businesses operating in the education sector for a face-to-face #growthconversation.
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.
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.
Why changing mindsets can unlock new ideas AdobeStock_93617065
20th April 2017
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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.
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.
Improve performance by combining engagement, productivity and innovation Richard Harrison
6th April 2017
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Improve performance by combining engagement, productivity and innovation
In the first of a series of blogs, Richard Harrison of Boost & Co partner Geminus Training explores the ways in which businesses can achieve unparalleled growth.
Keeping it real - authenticity in content marketing Be Authentic
29th March 2017
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Keeping it real - authenticity in content marketing
How can you succeed in content marketing in the era of 'fake news' and 'alternative facts'? In our latest Boost blog, Zara Smith from Boost & Co partner SQ Digital looks at the importance of 'keeping it real' when marketing your business.

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