As our horizons have broadened and international travel has become easier, cheaper and more widespread, the world doesnt seem quite such a big place. Indeed, since Britain joined the EU more and more British families are moving to the mainland of Europe because of job relocations, better work prospects or just because of the more pleasurable weather. Lots of retiring couples are also moving abroad with France, Spain and Italy being the most...more
Bidding for an item at penny auctions can be a very lucrative way of getting items for virtually nothing. As the name suggests, if youre lucky enough and you time it right, you could end up paying just a penny for your item. There arent many auction websites where you can land items this cheaply.However the probability of this, and also not getting the item you are after, is quite high. This is why certain parties feel that the Gambling...more
The matter is as simple as spreading the word about a new business or venture that you are starting. How you get it across to the potential customer is the crux of the whole thing. There is no dearth of media for that purpose. However, if there is dearth of funds, the best of the lot that you can turn to is the print media. Leaflets, also called the poor mans advertisement, is one of the cheapest forms of advertisement, and also one of the most effective- if executed efficiently. Leaflets are of different kinds, based on their purpose. For example, the list below sums up some of the usual suspects when it comes to categories:Event leaflets: These are small posters used for announcing an event. They are usually 8.5" x 11" sheets and are printed on one side Leaflets: They are also of the dimensions of 8.5"x 11" sheets, but the matter is generally printed on both sides, and the leaflet is folded twice or thrice. Photographs are also used to add a degree of supporting detail Fact sheets: These are also leaflets printed on one or two sides of 8.5"x 11" sheets. Photographs are usually not used on these. The peculiarity of the fact sheets is that they are not meant to be handed out to...more
Not so long ago, school education was centred around academic qualifications, meaning many youngsters ended up with no qualifications at all. This meant that they were forced into the role of the unskilled labour force. In the North East, an area famed for its skilled craftsmen, this usually resulted in unemployment.Today, of course, we have NVQs ...more
The internet is not a complicated place if you know what you are doing. When companies analyse their current business practises they may decide that a change is needed and that all processes need to be improved in terms of efficiency and deliverables. For this reason, many companies are turning to business broadband to help them save money, improve...more
In this technological age, the advent of digital TV has demanded that every household across the UK will, in the course of time, need to upgrade their equipment.No matter how much advice and guidance the government publish, there are those people that just cant get a firm understanding of it all and require help and assistance with the installation and of course, need their options clarified in plain English. Some elderly or disabled individuals may get assistance with the transition, but despite the efforts of the authorities, some people invariably fall through the net.Here at Smart Digital, we have built up over 25 years of experience in and around London and the South East installing aerials and digital satellites. Our expertise is virtually unrivalled in our specialism and any consumer with aspirations in this area who lives in the region would do well to contact us.In this digital age, however, experience is not always enough. It is also extremely important for your peace of mind that any company appointed to undertake the installation of a digital aerial or digital satellite receiver in your home operates to industry standards as a minimum and is of course a member of a...more
How can business shippers decrease costs in their supply chains when each January they are subjected to rate increases by the worlds largest shipping carriers? And how can advertisers continue to captivate their customers with creative new product...more
It's hard enough trading through a recession for most businesses and small businesses, but when catastrophes such as fire, flood or burglary strike they can mean the difference between surviving and going under. Businesses trading in the retail...more
The Internet offers many opportunities to make a good living from buying and selling things, thoughts and time. In fact, you can say that it has made many millionaires out of many people simply because millions of people tune in to the Internet for...more
Online social networking has generated a tremendous following over the past few years. Originally only used for recreational purposes, it is now being used in innovative ways to boost web traffic and market businesses. It provides a fun,...more
Internet marketing is not the same as owning a website yet most businesses actually do very little beyond building a website to get noticed on the web. Website and business owners will stare in abject bewilderment and wonder how heck "that guy" shows...more
Can you imagine that online shopping started before the World Wide Web was even initiated? Yes, it did. Buying from the comfort of your own home is a very tempting offer as you dont need to dress up and drag your feet around from store to store and...more