Monthly Archives: July 2015

Marketing, networking and evolution

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Jon Stow

A dozen or so years ago when I set up my own businesses, they were local. I joined various networking groups and met a lot of people. I belonged to on-line business networking sites and went to off-line meetings facilitated … Continue reading →

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Born free, but life isn’t free

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Jon Stow

I get a lot of business through websites; both my own and others where I have a presence. The enquiries I receive as a consultant on somewhat technical matters fall into three categories: Genuine requests for help from people who … Continue reading →

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Building towards delivery

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Jon Stow

We have been having some building work done. Having no experience as a builder’s customer, I thought somewhat naively that once they started on the project they would keep going steadily until they had finished. Not so! What happens is … Continue reading →

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Have a break!

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Jon Stow

Some young people I know starting out at work are expected to work long hours with only brief breaks. It is true that in our youth we can concentrate for longer. That is important with a skilled job whether in … Continue reading →

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