For the last three years, the interminable uncertainty around Brexit has dragged focus, attention and imagination from the task of how to help these small businesses – how to help them survive, to grow, to create more jobs, and to improve our communities. And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.”– Anaïs Nin, writer Becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.”– Michelle Obama, from Becoming The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”– Lao Tzu, Chinese Taoist philosopher Quotes about business transformation

Katie’s coaching made a huge difference in my career search. The most obvious impact it had was that I was successful in my search and found a great fit for my skills, experience, and interests. Beyond that, the coaching experience with Katie helped me boost my confidence and see the value in the knowledge and skills I acquired as a SAHM who built and ran my own small business from my home.”– Chrissy, 2023 Coaching Client Prevent small businesses from being dragged into VAT administration by raising the threshold in line with inflation, introducing a tapered system for phasing in those businesses who are just above the VAT threshold in line with the proposal from the Office of Tax Simplification. Aurumaton President: Indeed. Aurumaton President: I must admit I didn't expect much when Mingxi first brought you to me. I thought you were just another group of strangers who meant well but wouldn't make a difference. Aurumaton President: To my disbelief, not only did you manage the lease, but you stayed to convince others — including me — that our cause is one that is worth fighting for. Aurumaton President: Even now it's hard for me to imagine how you are going to win the bidding. As slim a chance as we have, there is still hope. We got this. Don't blame me if we end up losing.Forget past mistakes. Forget failures. Forget everything except what you’re going to do now and do it.”– William Durant, co-founder, General Motors

The scheme will launch for applications on Monday 4 May. Firms will be able to access these loans through a network of accredited lenders.Ineligible if business received any prior relief funding from B2B, BIG, RRF, EHG, or more than 10K in local funding Sushang: Bailu told me you two heard me yelling before you showed up. Is that true? All thanks to Bailu looking for trouble... Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.”– Andy Rooney, broadcast journalist

the new scheme will run alongside the existing Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) and Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS) We would also like the next Government to focus on doubling the number of small business exporters. Due to the number of small businesses who do not export but have done before or would consider doing so in future, we believe that doubling the number of exporters is a realistic objective that deserves Government support. Yukong: On behalf of the Sky-Faring Commission, I am invited to host the public bidding of the Aurum Alley commercial district. With members of all parties present, the proceedings may begin. Yukong: I hereby ask all parties to submit your support documents for evaluation. The documents should include scope of business, ratio of contributions, and registered capital. (Submit File:Item Aurum Alley Merchant Guild Bidding Deposit.png File:Item Aurum Alley Merchant Guild Bidding Deposit.png Aurum Alley Merchant Guild Bidding Deposit ×1) The Sky-Faring Commission confirms all parties' bidding documents and bidding evaluations commence. To no one's surprise, the IPC and the Merchant Guild are the only two contenders left standing. Yukong: Representatives of all parties, please be ready to brief the review committee on your business plans. Yukong: By personal request of the committee, a discussion session will be added to allow all participants to raise and answer questions. So, debates are not usually required in public bidding?

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The loans will be easy to apply for through a short, standardised online application. The loan should reach businesses within days- providing immediate support to those that need it as easily as possible. Many companies get trapped by the paradox of hitting numbers ‘now’ versus improving sales for future quarters or years ahead.”– Tiffani Bova, growth and innovation evangelist, Salesforce In both instances, there is a maximum amount that can be paid to a single undertaking over a 3 fiscal year period. If you have received eligible subsidies, the maximum you can access through the Recovery Loan Scheme may be lower than the maximum amounts listed above.

Talk to Sushang) Sushang: Guess we can say "that's it for today's episode." Sushang: "Be eager to help those in need and do one good deed a day..." I like to practice what I preach, but I never thought we'd accomplish so much. All thanks to your bet with Skott... We also stand by our sister organisation in Gibraltar, the Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses

This is a support programme for female employees returning from Maternity Leave. It is a dynamic re-boarding programme that enables women to return to their roles informed, energized, ready to influence and impact. Following this programme you will have renewed confidence as well as a suite of practical tools to ensure you have a successful return to work.