Centre News

7 BUSINESS IDEAS YOU CAN START UP QUICKLY

The entrepreneurial spirit is strong with a lot of people, but starting a business can be a long and arduous process. However, with the right business idea, you could lay the groundwork and get your first gig in a matter of hours. Here are some easy-to-start businesses that can help get your entrepreneurial feet off the ground right away.

Read full story

IS DIVERSITY TOO BIG AN ISSUE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES?

The benefits of a diverse workforce are clear to see. But if the opportunity for diversity doesn't present itself, can it be an unrealistic goal for a small business owner? Diversity is a huge talking point in today’s business world. The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy recently released a report suggesting targets of 33 per cent women in senior leadership positions by 2020. Businesses have had to show their hand on their gender pay gaps. We’ve heard talk of race and disability-focused employment quotas, and there has been concern from some quarters over a perceived prejudice among UK employers towards transgender workers.

Read full story

WHY SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING IS IMPORTANT FOR AN SME

The Business Network International (BNI) found that 75 per cent of business owners are put off engaging with a small business because of its lack of social media presence. With over 270 million Twitter users and 1.2 billion Facebook users, there is hard evidence that social media is a powerful tool for business owners, however many SMEs are still reluctant to build an online following.

Read full story

Sandra from Romsey Fotografix

"I really enjoy running my photographic studio from Basepoint Romsey. Not only is the space ideal for my needs (I was able to decorate my unit to create a perfect stu…

Vicky from Cambridge Vix

"Basepoint has been amazing for both my business and my peace of mind "safety" wise. Working full time here, I feel very secure with the building / unit entr…

Trevor Carley, A to B Mobility

"A to B Mobility has now been trading from the Romsey Basepoint Business Centre for nearly ten years. When you start a business from scratch it is crucial to keep ove…