We are all leaders in some aspect of our lives – the key is to get help in acquiring the key skills that enable us to lead effectively.

In the old days – pre internet I mean – if you wanted to raise your profile the avenues available to you were print and broadcast media. Taking out an ad in Yellow Pages or your Thomson Local didn’t quite cut it, and still doesn’t. And let’s be honest, these days who actually looks for expert services in this way?

Every now and then we approach our EBA Experts to answer some of your pressing questions as entrepreneurs and business owners. Here’s Greg Brown clarifying the tricky problem of holiday entitlement when your staff work irregular hours.

Your Visibility Plan should be unique and be a well thought through document, one which you may have spent some time working on as you brainstorm ideas, grow your profile and develop confidence (and skills) at being visible in the best way possible.

Businesses who are new to exporting may receive a request from another country to buy their products or service. This can be extremely flattering and the owner usually feels pressured and excited to enter the market without knowing if it is right for them.