Claire Sutton

Could You Save a Life? Ali Pugh Brings First Aid to Life at NCF

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Tuesday morning’s meeting featured a fascinating and thought-provoking presentation from one of our own members, Ali Pugh of AJP Training. Ali specialises in Basic Life Support, Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), First Aid at Work (FAW) and annual refresher courses across Hampshire and beyond. She also brought along her virtual reality kit, letting members […]

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Cash for Kids: How Local Businesses Can Help Change a Child’s Christmas

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At yesterday morning’s meeting, we were delighted to welcome Lisa, the Hampshire, Dorset and West Sussex manager for Cash for Kids, who shared the incredible work her team does to support local children in need and how small businesses like ours can get involved. Who Are Cash for Kids? Cash for Kids is the official

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Andy from VanManCan shares his tips for a successful small office move

Planning a Small Office Move: Key Considerations for a Smooth Transition

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Relocating a small office can feel very similar to moving home – there’s packing, logistics, and plenty of organisation involved. However, there are some key differences that business owners need to keep in mind. An office move isn’t just about getting items from A to B. It can directly impact productivity, client relationships, and ultimately

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Smart Banking for Small Businesses: Tips to Keep Your Finances on Track

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Running a small business means wearing many hats – and whilst banking might not be the most glamorous part of the job, getting it right can save you time, money and a serious headache or two. Natalie Ford, our local New Business Relationship Manager for Allica Bank, joined an NCF meeting to pass on some

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Eastleigh Network Magazine

Connecting Communities and Championing Local Business in Hampshire

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Starting a small business is about more than sales; it’s about relationships, reputation and being part of something bigger. That belief is at the heart of Network Magazines, a growing collection of free, hyper-local magazines founded by Lisa Ashton, an NCF member. Having worked for other local publications and in social media marketing in the

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Choosing Private Medical Insurance: Key Points for UK Professionals

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Following a successful career as an Estate Agent, new NCF member Joshua Allen became a Healthcare Partner with WPA Healthcare two years ago.  At a recent networking meeting, he took some time to tell us what attracted him to this new opportunity and shared some useful tips for anyone thinking about taking out private medical

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start-ups how to avoid failure and build success with confidence

Start-ups: 8 Steps to Avoid Failure & Build a Blueprint for Success

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Networking Chandler’s Ford were recently pleased to hear from Mike Duff of Empiric Partners.  He joined an online meeting to share his very useful advice for start-ups, although all our established small business members found what Mike had to share helpful, too.  For those who weren’t able to join us, or as a reminder for

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