Prowess Journal

Prowess

SINCE 2002 · WOMEN IN BUSINESS

How to grow your business with social media

Social media has become an even more important part of any marketing strategy in the last year. During 2020 the number of social media users increased by 13%. So what more can you do to make the most of this marketing opportunity? In the UK two-thirds of the population use social media regularly and we […]

Top tips for keeping home workers healthy

Smart devices making remote work more accessible, combined with a need for social distancing, have meant that more of us are working from home now and plan to do so for the considerable future. Remote working offers a lot of benefits for employees and employers alike, from increased productivity to greater staff retention rates. But […]

The Basic PPE Your Company Might Need

Personal protective equipment (PPE) has been in the news an unusual amount in the past year as workers and the general public have sought to protect themselves from COVID-19. Its use was already a necessity for safety in many working environments, however. Different types of PPE protect users from hazards such as chemicals, extreme temperatures, […]

The 5 Kinds of Insurance You Need to Let Your Property

Letting a house or flat that you own is an excellent way to generate a steady stream of additional income. In the UK, the pandemic is reshaping the rental market: rents are going down in the capital, but skyrocketing everywhere else. However, as with any venture, letting your property entails a certain amount of risk […]

Why Tutors Need to Have a Variety of Teaching Methods

Tutoring is a fast-growing industry. During Covid, schools in the UK have been given extra budget to enable them to hire tutors to stop the most disadvantaged children from falling behind. There’s also been a boom in international online English language tutoring. But, while some degree of training is offered to these new tutors, they […]

Top Tips Young Entrepreneurs need to know before Starting a Business

By Stacey McIntosh, editor-in-chief of Sage Advice UK  There’s never been a more challenging time to start a business. The global pandemic has seen young entrepreneurs embrace an ‘against all odds’ spirit and use the uncertainly to build the future as they envision it. Startups.co.uk states that five online businesses were launched in the UK […]

6 Handy Tips on How You Can Quickly Pay Your Loans Off

Taking out a loan is sometimes necessary, particularly for big purchases such as buying a house or a car. There are even instances where you may need to take out personal loans to cover unexpected expenses such as emergency renovations in your home or cashflow problems in your business. Rest assured that through the handy […]

Why email marketing is back in fashion

For many businesses, the Covid crisis has turned marketing on its head. Bricks and mortar retail outlets have had to take promotions and sales online. Business-to-business companies have had to take their meetings and events online. And every business has had to rethink its customer retention and communications strategies. It has led to a resurgence […]

How to make sure your salon is inclusive and diverse

Creating an inclusive experience for everyone is becoming increasingly important for business owners, as a changing climate is demanding that more is done in order to promote diversity. For salon owners, this is perhaps even more important to consider, as salons are typically catered towards a specific type of person. The harsh lighting and loud […]

Suzanne Moloney: Two years ago I was a baker, now I’m a MedTech founder

My name is Suzanne Moloney and I am the founder and CEO of HidraMed Solutions. We make specialized wound dressings for people living with a chronic skin disease called hidradenitis suppurativa, or HS for short. HS causes wounds to form in delicate areas of the body such as the armpit and the groin, amongst others. […]