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Social Media Q and A

Posted on 6 Jun 2013 in General

Social Media Q and A

Question:  I am looking to develop my business through Social Media. So, is it for business, does it work and which platforms are for me? Answer:  What is Social Media: it is the digital equivalent to word of mouth referrals, a chance to engage with people, your prospects and customers. Social Networking is about making connections; Social Media is about the content that you distribute online on social media platforms. Social media includes Blogs, micro blogs (Twitter),...

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Freelancers on the Rise

Posted on 4 May 2013 in Business, Business Planning, General, Information, News

The number of freelancers in the UK grew by 12% from 1.4 million in 2008 to 1.56 million in 2011, according to figures released by Kingston University and the Professional Contractors Group (PCG) for National Freelancers Day. The Prime Minister expressed support for the sector, saying that the Government “recognises the valuable contribution that freelancers make to the economy”. The survey also revealed that the most popular sectors for freelance workers are...

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