As May 25th, 2018, the deadline for compliance to the new GDPR Data Protection Regulations approaches, we've been working very hard to ensure that Admin Angels UK is fully compliant. 

You may have already noticed our previous post highlighting that our website is now SSL Secure.

In addition to this, we've also revised and updated our Privacy Policy to make it clear what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have going forward. This new policy comes into effect on 25 May 2018, and you can view it here. 

Data Protection and GDPR is an ongoing process, and we will continue to monitor and update our processes accordingly to ensure that your privacy is protected at all times. 

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch via our Contact form. 

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It’s odd to think that in a world of email, instant messaging and LinkedIn, traditional networking events are still regarded as a vital tactic for business growth.
 
If you’re yet to attend a networking event because you have fears it might result in a wasted day, I’m afraid you’re missing out.
 
Chances are, there are some fabulous networking events right on your doorstep, just waiting for your attendance, and while you’re certainly not alone in being wary of them, I’d like to take this opportunity to debunk some common myths.

If you’re a business owner looking to get some exposure, a trade show can really help you stand out. Not only will you raise awareness of your brand, you will also be able to meet potential clients and investors. The main challenge you are likely to face at a trade show is competition from other businesses that are also looking to get noticed, so here are five trade show tips that will be sure to make your business stand out among the rest:

​Running a small business isn’t easy. Working towards your dreams isn’t simple. It takes effort and commitment and it can be easy to justify working on your business every waking minute of the day.

The problem is, if you keep pushing yourself, working longer and longer hours, you’ll find yourself becoming stressed, losing focus and suffering from burnout which can actually have an opposite effect on your small business than what you’d intended.

The key thing to remember is that you need time away from your business, time where you can relax, clear your mind and take care of yourself so that you can approach your business feeling refreshed and with a new perspective.

​Here are our top tips to help get you started:

To ensure that we comply with the upcoming GDPR data protection regulations, we're pleased to announce that our website is now SSL secure. 

This means that any personal data (i.e name, address, email address, passwords etc) that you send via our contact forms will be encrypted - just look out for the 'Padlock' in your browser address bar. 

Click here for more information on what SSL is and whether you need it on your own website. 

​Reviews and testimonials are valuable and crucial to the success of any small business.
 
Each review acts as a word of mouth referral about your business, and potential customers will actively seek out reviews from previous customers to ensure that they’ll be getting a good product/service.

Did you know that simply having readily available reviews from past customers can build a potential customer’s trust and lead to increased sales?

The key thing to remember is that your reviews should be everywhere, and there’s no limit to how and where you can use customer reviews to market your business.
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Try these top tips to make the most of your small business reviews: 

​How many times are you distracted in the average day?

It could be social media notifications, the phone ringing, someone at the door, Skype messages or emails - all of these things can distract you, forcing your attention away from working on your business.

Small distractions can lead to big problems, causing you to lose your focus on the task at hand and destroying the sense of ‘flow’ that you had going. If continued, it can severely hinder your daily productivity.
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Here a few tips to help you cut the distractions, stay focused and get more out of your day! 

Do you have an amazing product/service? Do you want to generate more sales, draw in new customers and encourage past customers to return?

Of course you do! That’s why you need a solid marketing plan!

Marketing plans don’t have to be long, time-consuming or difficult to produce. They should be simple and effective. You can even find free tools online to help create your small business marketing plan.
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Whilst building your plan, remember these simple marketing tips to help give your small business a boost this year and get you moving in the right direction.