084 numbers are our FREE numbers that we offer to all our SwitchboardFREE customers. Like our other numbers, they are all activated instantly and have the same set of features available but why should you use them for your business? How are they free? When an 084 number is dialled, we receive a small bit… read more

Learning from successful business owners allows you to learn from some of their mistakes without having to make them yourself, as well as picking out some of the things they do, to have a positive impact on your business. Your time is a huge resource: Although everything on the list may be important, consider what… read more

Christmas is an important time for both companies and consumers. So follow the below tips to help boost your last minute sales. Get Festive You’ll be surprised how much of a difference Christmas decorations can make. Whether it is in sales office or you shop front. If the most miserable person can’t help to get… read more

Get Prepared I appreciate this probably seems pretty obvious, however its really easy for time to slip away and before you know you are sitting down to your Christmas dinner eyeing up the last Yorkshire Pud! Whilst some businesses need to prepare for their busiest time over the Christmas period, others will experience a lull… read more

There were an estimated 4 billion Internet users worldwide in 2018. This accounts for about 55% of the global population. The Internet is a huge place and if you’re not protecting yourself online, you may be at risk. Secure passwords Everyone at some point has used a simple password or the same password over multiple… read more

It’s not always easy to get customers on board, so when you do get them it’s important to make sure you can retain them.   Choose the customers you want to work with: Know the people you want to work with and don’t be afraid to say ‘no’ to people that don’t fit into your… read more

Always busy with work and feel you never switch off or get time to properly relax? You’re not alone! Whether you are running your own business or working for a company, it can be hard to switch off from work mode and make sure you have time for you and your family. There are 6… read more

  Although you may have a great business idea, its knowing how to start it to give you longevity in an ever-changing climate and growing market. Although the below tips may sound obvious, it’s easy to miss the simpler things, so having a checklist to follow is imperative   Don’t rely on profit alone; Its… read more

Call tracking records information about your phone call rather than the conversation. Using this data, it allows you to better understand how your marketing can be improved. Web analytics vs Call analytics Web analytics software is more well-known than call analytic software solutions. Google Analytics is a prime example of web analytics software that allows… read more