July 2017 - ConferenceCall.co.uk blog

Published July 31, 2017

Exporting to Germany – everything you need to know

Although those who voted to leave the EU don’t like to admit it, the eurozone is the UK’s largest trading partner, but it’s very much a two-way street – if you examine both imports and exports it becomes apparent the eurozone economies do more business with the UK than any other nation.

The UK accounted for 14% of eurozone exports between 2007 and 2011 and 10% and more recently it took over Fance and USA to become Germany’s single largest trading partner – in the first three quarters of 2012 Germany’s combined trade with the UK came to £128 billion (€153 billion).

If you’re looking to do business there, here’s everything you need to know about exporting to Germany…

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Published July 28, 2017

Is migration good or bad for the UK economy?

It’s just over a year since the UK voted to leave the European Union (EU), and just over a few months since the government triggered Article 50 and start two years of negotiations to thrash out a deal for Britain’s exit.

It’s safe to say the whole affair has been something of a farce since the votes were counted, and while the leave vote was cast largely on NHS funding and immigration, the only thing that’s become clear since the vote is that these two issues will not be dealt with as promised.

And that means migration is still a hot-potato in British politics and among the electorate – those who oppose it insist it’s bad for the job prospects of British-born citizens, while those in favour insist it’s essential to grow a thriving and culturally diverse country.

So, is migration good or bad for the UK economy?

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Published July 26, 2017

How to make flexible working work for you

It’s hard to believe it been over three years since the UK’s new flexible working regulations came into force and now all employers will have to seriously consider their flexible working practices – it has to be right for both the employer and the employee.

With so many variables involved though, things can quickly get complicated.

So if you’re an employer or an employee considering the options, it’s a good idea to break flexible working down into two components – ‘flexi-time’ and ‘telecommute’.

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Published July 24, 2017

Exporting to France – everything you need to know

France is the world’s fifth largest economy, and with 65 million inhabitants it has Europe’s second largest consumer market – so if you’re thinking of exporting to France, it’s a pretty big market to aim for.

It’s also a stepping stone for other eurozone markets and a geographical hub for business within European Union (EU), it’s a geographical hub for anyone wanting to do business within Africa and the Middle East.

Services generate 80% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the economy is built upon a number of world class industries, including Europe’s largest aerospace and nuclear industries and the second-largest agri-food and chemical industries.

France also has Europe’s third-largest Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and pharmaceutical sectors.

Here’s everything you need to know about exporting to France…

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Published July 17, 2017

Exporting to Finland – everything you need to know

Finland is a highly industrialised nation, with an economy driven largely by exports, particularly of high tech goods and services, and forest industry machinery and products.

This heavy reliance on exports – the export market accounts for 50% of Finland’s GDP – coupled with the country going through something of an economic downturn in recent years, mean it’s not the best place to import to.

Even so, in 2014, exports of goods and services from the UK to Finland totalled £2.6 billion – so if exporting to Finland is on your to-do list, here’s everything you need to know…

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Published July 14, 2017

6 advantages of running a small team

You can do big things with a small team – as someone who has worked as part of a small team in every job I’ve ever done, and worked with some amazing people on some amazing projects, I confirm this to be true.

If you’re thinking of expanding you’re team, think carefully before you do and check out these 6 advantages of running a small team…

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Published July 10, 2017

Exporting to Estonia – everything you need to know

Estonia is the smallest and most northerly of the Baltic states and is a great place to do business and has moved up to be ranked at 17th place in the World Bank’s imaginatively titled Ease of Business index.

And there are many benefits for UK businesses looking to set up links with Estonia such as the low cost direct flights between the UK and Tallinn and the fact that the country is an open economy with a very westernised business culture – including the fact that English is widely spoken.

So, if you’re looking to take your business to the Baltic states, here’s everything you need to know about exporting to Estonia…

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Published July 7, 2017

Are commuting times on the rise in the UK?

If you’ve ever been stuck in rush hour traffic, or been packed-in on public transport, you’ll know all too well how frustrating the daily commute can be.

If you travel long distance for your job, maybe for better pay or a better housing, the amount of time the commute adds on to your day can leave you wondering whether it’s worth the hassle.

And the bad news is, it looks like commuting times are on the rise.

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Published July 4, 2017

£400m broadband boost for telecommuters

The government has announced it is to release £400 million worth of investment to boost high-speed broadband in the UK – and that’s expected to unlock a further £1 billion of private sector investment, making life infinitely easier for telecommuters and kick-starting a work from home revolution.

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