Driving Growth - Tips for Small Businesses from the RotaCloud blog

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10 podcasts for a happier, more productive working life

Relax, unwind, and skill up with these essential podcasts for staff and managers alike.

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Things you need to know before opening a boutique hotel or B&B

We speak with owners and managers to discover the highs, lows, and hidden challenges of owning and operating high-end accommodation

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Fun & easy marketing ideas to attract bank holiday customers

With bank holiday weekends in April, May and June this year, here are some great tips for attracting custom to your cafe, bar, pub or restaurant

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10 podcasts every restaurant owner should listen to

Brain-fuel and food-themed entertainment for restaurant pros.

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5 ways to make your hotel more eco friendly (as shown by top UK hotels)

Looking for ways to attract more eco-conscious travellers to your hotel, guesthouse or B&B? Take a tip from these top UK hotels.

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Lost your management mojo? 7 ways to help you get it back (or help you move on)

Simple but effective exercises for managers who are feeling fed up at work and are thinking of getting a new job.

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10 last-minute Mother’s Day marketing ideas for cafes & restaurants

Quick and easy ways to put smiles on mums' faces.

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25 ways to make your hotel more romantic (Tips for hoteliers)

Romantic flourishes and upselling opportunities for your hotel or guesthouse.

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5 marketing tactics for hospitality businesses on Valentine’s Day

Unique, inspiring and romantic ideas to attract customers into your cafe, bar or restaurant during February.

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People management

Beating the workplace winter blues

The last two years have been tough on employees, and feelings of Covid-related fatigue and anxiety can be further exacerbated by winter — a time that many people already find difficult.

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Has Covid-19 permanently changed UK holiday habits?

We talk with two hoteliers about the long-term impact of the past two years.

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5 UK hotels making the most of Instagram

Looking to do more with social media in 2022? Discover 5 very different hotels delivering a winning experience both on and offline.

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How to make your pub, restaurant, cafe or hotel more dog friendly

Ideas for making your hospitality business dog friendly and how to promote it.

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6 ways to tempt in a post-Christmas crowd at your cafe, restaurant, bar or pub

From Blue Monday to Veganuary and Burns Night, there’s a way to kickstart your 2022.

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Heart-warmers & tear-jerkers: Our 5 favourite Christmas ads of 2021

Five brands that got their Christmas ads just right.

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How to report fake negative reviews of your business (practical steps to follow)

Fake online reviews can be hugely damaging for businesses. Here's how to tackle them.

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40 quick tips for boosting seasonal sales in retail (updated for 2021)

Looking for some inspiration to make this Christmas super-successful at your retail business? We've got some quick tips for online and offline retailers alike.

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5 things you should know before opening a cafe

Essential tips for first-timers from an industry veteran.

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10 easy Halloween marketing ideas for cafes & restaurants

Witch ones will you choose?

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Preventing restaurant no-shows — 6 tips for managers & restaurateurs

Losing up to 20% of your expected diners isn't sustainable...

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Is a retail recovery on the way? Reasons to be cautiously optimistic

2020 has been a year to forget for most of us — including retailers. But is there hope on the horizon?

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Budget 2020: Key takeaways for small business

It wasn't meant to be an emergency budget, but it certainly felt like one.

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The essential software toolkit for independent restaurants

Software has the potential to revolutionise the way your restaurant operates — but how do you choose the right products that actually generate a return on investment?

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How to introduce new software & technology into your care business

Getting your staff using new software or technology can be tricky — especially if they're not the most tech-savvy. Here's how to get your whole team on-board in record time.

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Business rates: is now the time for reform?

How do you solve a problem like business rates?

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