Robson Laidler - Business Stuff

In this episode of Business Stuff, Martin Wardle talks to Claire Thew and Clare Blunt from Venture Zero about the links between sustainability and mental health, and how it applies to your business. Some things discussed in this episode include: - The links between sustainability and mental health - How investing in the health of your team can benefit your business - What ‘eco-anxiety’ is and how...

In this episode of Business Stuff, Martin Wardle talks to Scott Goodacre from Scott Digital about how to use social media to grow your business. Some things discussed in this episode include: - Why does your business need to be on social media - The common mistakes businesses make with their content - How basic principles of marketing apply to social media - The importance of knowing your audience...

In this episode of Business Stuff, Jack Spoor talks to financial planner Emma Purvis about the importance of financial planning. Some things discussed in this episode include: - The difference between financial advice and financial planning - The myths about financial planners and what they do - Common misconceptions about who needs financial planning - Some financial planning tips - And more … --...

In this episode of Business Stuff, Martin Wardle talks to Lucy Batley from All Women Welcome about the importance of making workplaces more welcoming to women. Some things discussed in this episode include: - The business case for workplace diversity - How increased diversity can lead to increased profits - Practical ways to make sure everyone is equally included at work - The importance of encour...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about ‘change success modelling’. Some things discussed in this episode include: - What change success modelling is and how it works - How to adapt to change - Steps to take if you’re not ready for change - What factors are necessary for successful change implementation - And more… If you are experiencing change of so...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Liam Crowe from Robson Laidler’s Audit department about charity accounts. Some things discussed in this episode include: - The benefits and drawbacks of different charity structures - What most charities get wrong with their reserves policies - Legal obligations of being a trustee - And more… This episode may particularly useful...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Michelle Cooper from the County Durham Community Foundation about Corporate Giving Made Easy. Some things discussed in this episode include: - Different ways companies can give - The benefits of giving though a foundation - What are the common barriers for companies that want to give - How you can volunteer your skills - And mor...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler about quiet quitting. Some things discussed in this episode include: - What quiet quitting is - How does it differ from ‘the great resignation’ - The impacts of quiet quitting on your business - How to spot quiet quitting within your team - Ways to increase peoples levels of motivations at work - A...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Allison Thompson from Sintons Solicitors about managing your business debts. Some things discussed in this episode include: - How to approach chasing debts in business - What are the common mistakes in debt collection - What to include on your invoice if you want to get paid - How to approach your terms and conditions - When to...

In this episode of Robson Laidler’s Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle and Jack Spoor talk to Mick Hogan managing director at MMG Sports, about the business of sport. Mick Hogan is a sports consultant who works with elite level professional clubs, major events and governing bodies. He provides a range of support for senior leaders including commercial growth, finance, event planning and deliver...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to BBC Radio Newcastle presenter Alfie Joey about what he calls ‘changing lanes’.  Some things discussed in this episode include: - Alfie's secrets to being successful in life and business - How to get out of a rut - How to embrace change - What are the first steps to implementing change - Why there’s no shortcuts to success -...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Paul Cheetham about why emotional intelligence is critical to success. Some things discussed in this episode include: - What is emotional intelligence - Why you need to be aware of your own emotions - How to use emotional intelligence when working with other people - How using emotional intelligence can help you make more money...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about the 9 types of self-sabotage. Some things discussed in this episode include: - What the 9 types of self-sabotage are - How you can spot them - The importance of knowing which ones effect you and your team  - How to weaken their influence and overcome them - And more ... If you tend to experience self-sabotage in your thinking, this epis...

In this episode, Jack Spoor talks to Andrea Simmons from Robson Laidler about auditing. Some things discussed in this episode include: - What is an audit - What an audit involves - What are some of the different types of audit - When would you need an audit - What happens if you fail an audit - And more --- If you are looking into getting an audit done, or have any questions from this epsiode and...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Craig Smith about how you can effectively engage your team.  Some things discussed in this epsiode include: - How to keep your team motivated - Ways to improve your internal communication - How to make sure your team members feel valued - The importance of your team knowing your company values and mission - And more If you work with a team of people, th...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Johnny Ross of Fleek about how to ensure your content is attracting the right kind of customers.  Johnny learned the hard way that producing content for your website without considering search engine optimisation is sometimes just not enough. ---  In this Johnny explains:  - How search engines look at your website and what they do with the dat...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Mark Bryant from Media Partnership about how to use video content to attract customers. Likes, shares, comments and subscribers don’t pay the bills – sales do! But how do you use video marketing to take your audience down a sales funnel? Some things discussed in this episode include: - Principles of marketing and sales funnels - Different types of video cont...

In this episode of Robson Laidler’s Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Duncan Young from the North East’s leading estate agency and property consultancy Sanderson Young about all things property.   In 1999, Sanderson Young opened their first office in Gosforth. Now they have multiple branches offering a diverse range of services, focusing on the sale and letting of properties thro...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Keith Newman from Highlights PR on his boat office about public relations. Some things discussed include: - Why businesses should use PR in their marketing - How to manage a PR crisis - What makes a good PR story (and what doesn’t) - The importance of good headlines and photography - And much more… If you’re interested to learn more about public relations an...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Emma Watt from Hive Estates about buying your first rental property. Some things discussed include: - Legal compliance for landlords - Marketing your property to attract the right kind of tenants  - Pitfalls you should think about before purchasing your first rental property - Things new landlords often don’t realise - And more!  It’s easy to get o...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about ‘The 7 myths of R&D’ This epsiode will be useful for anyone considering making their first R&D claim, as well as for anyone currently in the process of preparing one. Click the play button to find out what the 7 myths of R&D are! * (Correction on 2nd R&D myth: Changes around hosting costs as part of an R&D claim take plac...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Commercial Funding Specialist Graeme Harrison about commercial finance. Some things discussed in this episode include: - Sources of commercial finance - Advantages and disadvantages of different finance types  - When and why do businesses use external funding? - Is borrowing money in a limited company always unlimited liability? - Causes of business fai...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Emma Walker from EW Estates about the common pitfalls of commercial leases. Some things discussed in this episode include: - Common mistakes made by tenants of commercial properties - How commercial leases are different to residential - How to protect your business, whether you’re a tenant or a landlord - And more! --- If you liked what you heard in this epi...

In this episode, Martin Wardle talks to Helen Ingham from Be Voice Confident about how you can improve your speaking confidence, and verbal communication skills. Some things discussed in this episode include: - How to sound more confident when speaking - How your volume and tone of voice effects your communication - How to overcome the fear of speaking -       How you...

In this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Sarah Callender from Duo Global Consulting about ‘Effective Performance Management’.  Some things discussed in this episode include: - How to motivate your team - Tips on effective communication with your team - The importance of company culture - How to approach difficult conversions  - How to use the word ‘why’ prope...