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Growing with care: Planning for business growth in a volatile economy

Many successful businesses do grow in tough climates. The key? Planning for growth in a way that’s flexible, informed, and realistic.

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Staying ahead: How to future-proof your brand in a fast-changing world

There was a time when branding felt relatively straightforward. You created a logo, picked a typeface, printed some brochures and put your sign above the door. Job done. But those days are long gone.

Today, we’re in a landscape where everything is in flux - technology, platforms, audience behaviors, even what people expect from the brands they buy from.

For businesses looking to grow or stay relevant, branding isn’t something you set and forget. It’s something that evolves. The brands that succeed are the ones that aren’t just keeping up - they’re built to move with the world around them.

So, how do you build a brand that’s ready for whatever comes next?

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The big five people challenges facing Lancashire SMEs in 2025 and how to tackle them

Lancashire is full of hardworking, ambitious businesses that make the region one of the UK’s most resilient and entrepreneurial places to live and work.

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What is Boost and why should every Lancashire business know about it?

Boost has been in the corner of Lancashire businesses for over a decade, offering impartial advice, funded programmes and connecting business leaders to the best support for them. Whether you're starting out, growing, or navigating change in your business, Boost is here to help.

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Tracking the right things to focus on as a business owner

Business owners must have the right blend of leading and lagging indicators. Rod Horrocks, Boost business adviser for the Growth Catalyst programme, outlines the right things to track and focus on as a business leader.

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Distribution channel diversification: How to access new markets

Boost Scale to Thrive business adviser Joe Twigg provides a guide to help you strategically diversify your distribution channels and unlock growth potential.

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The art of account management: Balancing relationships and results

Far from being a transactional role, account management is about cultivating trust, delivering value, and fostering long-term partnerships. Here the Boost Flying Start team outline the key features behind being a successful account manager.

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Sustainable Operations: Cost-effective strategies for a greener business

Boost Scale to Thrive business adviser Joe Twigg provides a quick guide to cost-effective strategies that promote sustainability while positively impacting the bottom line.

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Five signs your business has outgrown its workspace

Boost Scale to Thrive business adviser Joe Twigg offers six key indicators that it might be time to consider relocating to a new office.

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Embracing purpose: The unique fulfilment of working for a social enterprise

The team at Selnet, a social enterprise that delivers Boost's Flying Start service, explain the role of a social enterprise and share their experience of working within one.

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Why do small teams need HR?

Whether it’s compliance issues, recruitment headaches, or managing employee growth, HR plays a crucial role in keeping operations smooth, compliant, and growth focused. Boost Scale to Thrive business adviser Joe Twigg outlines some essential factors to consider.

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Ten steps to create a stakeholder management strategy

A strong stakeholder management strategy helps you anticipate potential challenges, foster positive relationships, and ensure smooth project execution. But where do you start? Boost business adviser Amir Shafiq, who is part of the Boost Growth Catalyst team, offers ten practical steps to create an effective stakeholder management strategy.

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