Being a skilled tradesman doesn’t mean you are guaranteed to get work; in fact more and more young people are now choosing to take up vocational courses instead of going to university which means competition is getting even fiercer. In order to stay ahead of the pack it’s therefore essential for all tradesmen to actively advertise their services and build up their reputation. While this may sound difficult and time consuming at first, Nova Insurance has three simple tips that every tradesman can use: Continue reading “3 ways Tradesmen can Advertise their Services”
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Report shows Tradesmen Work the Longest Hours
It was a well known fact that if you were a banker you were among those who had some of the longest working hours in the country. However, a new report published by Screwfix shows that tradesmen now actually have more hours than bankers, lawyers and doctors.
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4 Ways to Attract Customers to your Salon
Owning a salon can be extremely stressful as it means that you will often have a million things on the go. Firstly, you have to make sure that all your staff are well-trained and looking after your customers at all times, and then you need to make sure that your paperwork and finances are in order. After all this you may find it difficult to find the time to sit down and think about how to improve your business by attracting new customers, however it’s actually easier than you think… Continue reading “4 Ways to Attract Customers to your Salon”
Win a Freeze & Go Lunch Bag AND a Bobble Hot Water Bottle!
Here at Nova Insurance we know that tradesmen, beauticians and shop owners often have to eat on the go, which usually means a soggy sandwich or a less than ripe salad. Well not anymore, as we are giving away a Freeze & Go Lunch Bag that will keep your lunch cool for up to 10 hours! Continue reading “Win a Freeze & Go Lunch Bag AND a Bobble Hot Water Bottle!”
4 Ways to Protect your Shop for the Future
The high street has gone through a rough time during the past few years, especially as the recession has led to a large percentage of the UK having less disposable income. Add to this the fact that internet shopping has also grown in popularity and you can see why many shop owners are concerned for the future. However, with a bit of business knowledge and some hard work your shop can thrive even during these difficult times. It’s just about knowing how to retain your current customers and attract new ones… Continue reading “4 Ways to Protect your Shop for the Future”
4 things Tradesmen need to know about Health and Safety
The government’s health and safety laws don’t always have the best reputation as many people are concerned that certain laws are putting too much red tape around the construction industry. However, health and safety laws are actually there to protect both employers and employees, and can not only save lives but also businesses. We have all seen an increase in the number of personal accident solicitor adverts on television and radio recently, which is why all tradesmen need to take health and safety laws seriously… Continue reading “4 things Tradesmen need to know about Health and Safety”
