Blogs

In 2026, a strong social media presence is essential for business growth. It drives discovery, builds trust, provides real-time customer insights, and supports the entire customer journey from awareness to conversion.

Unlock productivity! Learn 5 practical steps for SMEs to develop their existing workforce using cost-effective methods like micro-learning and manager coaching. Stop relying on expensive recruitment and start building internal capability, improving retention, and reducing HR risk.

Learn why it's so important to start growing your personal brand as a founder in 2026

A blog aimed at employers and employees giving information and support on the issues of drug and alcohol misuse over the festive period.

Christmas turns simple journeys into special moments and the car you drive can change how those moments feel. With Select Car Leasing East Midlands festive drives feel warm, calm and enjoyable from the first mile. Whether it is a quiet drive to see Christmas lights or a longer trip to visit family, the right leased car adds comfort, safety and peace of mind during the season.

The annual cost of conflict in the workplace remains high. This article gives some strategies and advice on how to handle workplace conflict. Acas has been a constant through the past 50 years of change in the world of work, of employment law, and of conflict at work. We continue to provide free, impartial and expert advice and practical support to employers and employees alike.

This article explores how small businesses can reclaim hours each week by using AI Copilots like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT to handle everyday admin tasks. Instead of spending time on long email chains, meeting notes, document drafting and routine reporting, business owners can use simple natural-language prompts to automate much of this work. The post explains what AI Copilots are, how they fit into Microsoft 365 and why they require no technical skills to get started. It includes real productivity statistics, practical examples and a step-by-step roadmap to help firms adopt AI safely and effectively. The aim is to show professional service firms how AI can free their time, improve efficiency and reduce stress, all while keeping control of data and security. This is a reassuring, jargon-free guide designed for busy owners who want to save time without over-investing in tools they do not need.

Head of Community Dom Anderson reflects on Burton Albion Community Trust’s over 50s Christmas lunch, where 250 local residents and the full first team came together in the Albion Suite. He explores how tackling loneliness and social isolation, with real support from the club and local business, is at the heart of true community work.

Insights and trend observations for planning your 2026 PR & comms strategy