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 Special
Supplement - The Netherlands: A Gateway To Europe in Association with
NFIA
Due to its strategic location and first class
transportation and infrastructure, the
Netherlands is attracting a growing number
of Irish entrepreneurs who are finding the
country an ideal location from which to
base their business
» Netherlands Overview & Key Contacts
» Irish Experiences
» Visions For The Future
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 Special
Supplement - Galway: The County Of Opportunity in Association with
Ulster Bank
Galway continues to churn out top class thriving entrepreneurs
that contribute significantly to the economic and social development
of a prosperous county. The calibre of entrepreneurs emerging can
only improve as Galway is the perfect location to start a business.
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the full story…
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Microsoft Special Supplement
Productivity Leads To Profit. Microsoft has embraced fully the
concept. Their Key Channel Partners take the jargon out of it for
entreprenurs. Businesses are gearing up to Microsoft Vista Windows
2007... Are you ready?
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the full story…
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Special Supplement - Kerry: The Booming Kingdom
The entrepreneurial endeavours of some of ireland's most innovative
business people are insatiable in Kerry. The region has produced
some of the most exciting and successful entrepreneurs and clearly
the county is thriving.
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full story…
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Family Business Supplement
Family Business - Under The Mircoscope. A comprehensive listing
of Irish family businesses and an in-depth look at how the family
business can survive succession and be successfully passed on from
one generation to the next.
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full story…
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Take root with seed funding
Securing relatively low levels of venture funding for viable business and investment propositions can be tough, as many entrepreneurs across Europe will testify and Ireland is no different, writes Maura Moore
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Has Our Building Bubble Burst?
Recent surveys and statistics suggest that the construction industry is on a downward spiral, but it’s not all doom and gloom as Jill Acheson finds out
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Employment Takes A Downturn
2007 will be the worst year on record for job creation in small firms,
Linda Pearson reports.
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Unlock The Language Within
This website is for people who want to learn Spanish in a fun and enticing way
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Living Well Is Top Proirity
Irish people prioritise living well over paying off their debts.
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Double The Power Of Your Funds
You’ve established your business and it’s running well.
Now it's time to take a step back and look at the bigger picture.
How do you plan to manage the wealth that’s being created by
your business, asks David Rouse. Read
more...
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An Integral Part Of Life
Nearly half of all internet users use Search Engine Web Sites daily.
Search engine marketing is the fastest growing advertising medium
and Irish companies spend in excess of €30 million annually,
with some individual budgets breaking the €1 million barrier.
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Greener Is Cleaner
Reports indicate there has been a dramatic increase in Ireland's
greenhouse emissions, signaling that major efforts will be required
to reverse this trend. Niamh Mac Sweeney reports on
the rise in emissions and effort being made to change. Read
more...
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Review Sparks A Reaction
The review of the Business Expansion Scheme recieves mixed reviews.
Linda Pearson reports. Read
more...
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Dragons' Master Class
Know your financials inside out before pitching a business plan
to a dragon of any kind, writes Alan Gleason. Read
more...
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Resolving Workplace Conflict
Unmanaged conflict is damaging and costly and can have a negative
influence on almost every aspect of the modern workplace. Read
more...
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Enhancing Your Hotel Experience
The hospitality sector is increasingly utilising new technologies
to increase revenue and to keep visitors interested, writes Linda
Pearson. Read
more...
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The Changing Face Of Entrepreneurship
As Ireland becomes more diverse we can expect ethnic and minority
entrepreneurs to emerge and in doing so we are beginning to see
new products and services available on the market. Niamh Mac
Sweeney reports. Read
more...
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Possible Threat To Irish Economy
Statistics show the wage gap between private and public sector
workers has increased to about 40% causing parallel worlds to develop.
Linda Pearson reports. Read
more...
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€13.6 Billion Enterprise
Spend
Ireland has witnessed unprecendented economic and social progress.
Now the challenge is to consolidate and sustain these achievements
through investment, writes Niamh Mac Sweeney. Read
more...
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Coaching For Business
Two inspiring business and life coaches share their views on the growing phenomena and the
benefits coaching can have on personal and professional relationships. Niamh MacSweeney reports.
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Unlock Your Potential
One of the fastest growing businesses worldwide, coaching is increasingly used in business as a tool
for personal growth and professional development. How are Ireland’s entrepreneurs adapting to the new
phenomenon? Niamh Sweeney reports. Read
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Fostering Immigrant Entrepreneurship
Recommendations following first Immigrant Entrepreneur Survey in
Ireland. Read
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Cash Flow Is King
Cash flow is the essence of business and a crucial part of controlling
and managing your company. Linda Pearson reports.
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Confronting A Cash Flow Crisis
Turnover is vanity, profit is sanity, but Cash is King, writes Alan
Morris. Read
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Stress And Failure - Coping With
It
Believe it or not, it is possible to strike a good work-life balance
and reduce stress. Niamh Mac Sweeney reports. Read
more...
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Enterprise Platform Programmes
Nationwide, Enterprise Platform Programmes are nurturing and encouraging
the entrepreneurial endeavors of some of Irleand's emerging entrepreneur.
Niamh Mac Sweeney examines Enterprise Platform Programmes
around the country and finds that they are a valuable springboard
for aspiring entrepreneurs. Read
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The Environment - Reducing Emissions
Combating The Catastrophic Effects Of Climate Change
European policy must pursue a sustainable, competitive and secure
supply of energy. If the EU continues on its present course, this
key objective will not be attained. Niamh Mac Sweeney
finds out what industry is doing to reach Kyoto targets. Read
more...
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€100 Million In Penalties
The Companies Registrations Office (CRO) announced that since October
2001 over €100 million has been taken in late filing penalties,
Linda Pearson reports. Read
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Kick Start 2007
With the Christmas decorations safely stored away for another
year, the turkey, minced pies and mulled wine well and truly digested
and now the new year has been rung in, people’s attention turns
from indulgence to giving up and avoiding all those things we have
spent the last few weeks consuming, writes David Goddard.
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A Brand New Start
Entrepreneurs can come in all shapes and sizes, but we typically
have one thing in common: an eagerness that’s difficult to resist.
Gerard Tannam reports. Read
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Frustration At The Budget
The Budget tackled some business issues but it equally missed
some crucial opportunities. Linda Pearson reports. Read
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2007 Has Arrived - New Year, New
Possibilities
What are the potential pitfalls in the context of you achieving
your dreams in the coming year? Kevin Kelly explains.
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Export
North
The Northern Ireland economy is forecasted to grow at over 20% the
next three years. So now is a good time to think about expanding your
business to Northern Ireland. Niamh Mac Sweeney reports.
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Diageo Represents Ireland In European
Business Awards
As the christmas drink driving campaign gets under way are businesses
taking their responsibilities seriously? Niamh Mac Sweeney
reports. Read more... |
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Combatting S.A.D.
Winter and its effects are here, but according to David
Goddard there are ways for you to fight the winter
blues. Read more...
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Nuclear Power: Imperative or Impractical?
As nuclear power usage expands rapidly across the globe, demand for
the World’s limited uranium resources Will increase, pushing up the
price for uranium ore. Niamh Mac Sweeney
reports. Read more...
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Helping Micros Grow Across Ireland
Businesses North and South of Ireland are now trading, growing and
prospering through networking with IntertradeIreland’s MicroTrade
Programme. Maree Morrissey reports. Read
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Keeping The Inflation Genie In
The Bottle
As businesses and consumers know, price pressures are rising in the
domestic economy. Has the enemy of inflation returned asks Dermot
O’Leary. Read more...
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Failure: Losing Money By The Bucket
Load
Ten Most Common Causes of Business Failure, and how to avoid them.
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Pension Panic Button
Planning a pension for the future is essential for entrepreneurs explains
Brian O’Sullivan. Read
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Masters At Work
It's not everyday you bump into world class gurus who part with knowledge,
expertise and passion for entrepreneurship. Maree Morrissey
gives highlights of the 'Visiting Professor Masterclasses'
where five such guys unleashed powerful words of wisdom. Read
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The Harsh Reality - Exclusive
interview with Eddie Hobbs
When it comes to accessing working capital, today, "the well
has run dry," warns Eddies Hobbs. The Government
gets it too, when Hobbs criticises the lack of leadership and vision.
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Save your Business
Times can be really hard when your company is struggling. Romil
Timbadia points out some important tips to keep in mind when
business looks bleak. Read
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Art and Commerciality
What is the key to the flourishing of artistic business in an apathetic
society? Romil Timbadia speaks to two veterans in the
field, Eileen and David Esler, and Carmel
Doyle talks to emerging artist of the moment, Rasher.
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Better Your CRM
Poor quality data generally reduces the efficiency of operations,
degrades customer satisfaction and results in lost revenue. Time to
sort it out. Romil Timbadia reports. Read
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Desperately Seeking PR
PR is a worthwhile tool that can be used to add value to any organisation
if implemented correctly. Romil Timbadia reports. Read
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Travel: On The Pacific's Rim
Poised on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver is a unique city
of fusions. Read
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Motoring: Twice The Treat
The multitude of new cars can make it a tough decision for buyers.
Here are a few respectable options for 2006. Read
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Be A Master Investor
With more people starting to invest in the Stock Market, there is
an urgent need for private investors to master the correct investment
strategy. Romil Timbadia speaks to investment expert,
Rory Gillen. Read
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