The Wow Newsletter
December 2008
Welcome to this festive edition of the Wow Newsletter, your update from the Wow Company on what's new with Wow, client success stories, interesting news, changes that will affect small businesses and more!
Happy Christmas from Wow
We would like to wish all our clients a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Instead of sending out Christmas cards, we'll be making a charitable donation.
Things to contemplate over Christmas.....
If you have time this Christmas, here are a few things to get you thinking about 2009 and what you want your business to achieve....
*What is the most important thing for you and your business to achieve in the first 3 months of 2009?
*Where do you want to be when you tuck into your roast turkey this time next year?
*What has been the highlight of your year and what can you learn from it?
*Who could you meet in 2009 that would transform your business?
*Most importantly: Relax, Reflect and Celebrate!
Can businesses really draw lessons from the X Factor?
The Wow Company's director, Peter Czapp finds lessons from the reality TV show applying to businesses across the South. Click here to read the full article.
Important changes affecting small businesses
Wow's verdict on the pre-budget report
There was much to digest from the Chancellor's Pre-Budget Report, click here to read how the Pre-Budget report affects small businesses.
Work from home? Want to reduce your tax bill?.......
We have noticed that the Inland Revenue have adopted a different approach recently to business owners claiming for the use of their home as an office. This means that you might now be eligible to receive tax relief on the costs associated with running a home office. Click here to find out more.
Looking forward to 2009.........
The Wow Network - 2009 Events
OK, so its still 2008 but at Wow we're always helping our clients to look forward and to plan for the future which is why we're pleased to share our Wow Network Events Calendar for 2009 with you. Click here to view the exciting events we have planned for next year, from Champagne Business to The Big Wow Marketing Debate......there's something for everyone.
Business Growth Clinics in 2009
Do you have a business plan in place for 2009? Would you like to address key challenges and opportunities relevant to your business?
Wow are holding complimentary Business Growth Sessions at the following locations:
15th January 2009 - Basepoint Andover
22nd January 2009 - Regus Portsmouth
27th January 2009 - Regus Southampton Solent Business Park
If you would like to book a complimentary 45 minute session with your Business Adviser, or would like us to hold a Business Advice Clinic in your area please call Liz Stark on 0845 201 1580.
We'd love to hear your feedback on this newsletter and in particular anything you'd like us to focus on in forthcoming issues. Email sian.jackson@thewowcompany.com with any feedback!
