May 9, 2017 Power Shift
Camping is one of the best ways to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and relax in the surroundings of nature. Many people who like to go camping own a campervan. Owning a campervan can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors whilst also keeping some of the comforts of home. If you do own a campervan then you’ll need to get it covered with a campervan insurance policy. Insurance is more costly now than ever so you want to take any steps you can in order to keep the costs down. Below are some of the best ways to do this. Get as many quotes as possible One of the best ways to save money on campervan insurance is by getting as many quotes as you can. Thankfully…
May 2, 2017 Power Shift
If you have worked in the motor trade for a while and are thinking of setting up your own business then it’s important that you have a clear plan of action in order to give your new venture the best chance of success. Running a successful business requires a lot of hard work but also a good amount of knowledge when it comes to the key decisions you’ll need to make. Below are some of the most important things you need to consider when starting out. Premises The premises you choose for your motor trade business is very important. The type of premises that’s best will depend on the type of business you plan to start. If you’re looking to open a car showroom for example, then you’ll want to choose a very spacious premises…
April 25, 2017 Power Shift
The taxi industry in the UK is a huge one, with countless taxi firms scattered throughout the country. If you’re curious about what’s required in order to run a successful taxi operation then you should find the information below very informative. Invest in a range of cars and minibuses When you run a taxi firm, you need to be able to cater to the needs of different types of customers. Often a journey will just be for 1 or 2 customers so a regular car is plenty but if there’s a large party of people who need a ride to the airport then a minibus might be required. This is why most taxi firms will have a mixture of cars and minibuses. If you have multiple vehicle types then you might be worried they’ll be…
April 18, 2017 Power Shift
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to run a successful trucking company then you should find this post extremely interesting. Trucking companies account for a big part of the UK’s economy, with thousands of trucks transporting goods across the country everyday. Below are the key things required in order to run a successful trucking company. Getting trucks The most obvious thing that’s required in order to run a trucking company is the trucks themselves. There are many decisions to make where this is concerned. Do you buy new or used? Buy or lease? When it comes to buying or leasing your trucks, it doesn’t necessarily have to be either/or. A lot of trucking companies will own a certain number of vehicles while also leasing others. You always want to negotiate to get the best…
April 11, 2017 Power Shift
Uber is a company that’s seen incredible growth over the last few years. Although it remains most popular in the United States – the country where it was founded; it has expanded to several other European countries, including the UK. If you live in the UK and want to become an Uber driver then you should find the information in this post extremely useful. Before covering the insurance requirements for Uber drivers in the UK, let’s first look at the requirements for working as an Uber driver.  Requirements In order to become an Uber driver, you need to meet the following requirements – Own a suitable vehicle – This one is obvious but your vehicle must also meet the requirements set by Uber. One of the main requirements for your vehicle is that it was…
April 4, 2017 Power Shift
When you run a business that relies on the use of vehicles for day-to-day operations, you have to think about security and getting the best cover. For companies that own several vehicles, by far the best way to insure them is by getting a fleet insurance policy. The benefit of company fleet insurance is that it enables you to insure all your vehicles together on one policy. This not only makes things much easier to manage but it’s a great way to save money on insurance costs too. Another benefit of company fleet insurance is that you can insure several different types of vehicles together, even if their values varies quite a lot. Types of cover Below are some of the main types of cover you can get with a company fleet insurance policy –…
March 28, 2017 Power Shift
Online shopping has become huge over the last 10-15 years and is growing more and more each year. The introduction of smartphones and the explosion in popularity of tablets since the iPad was first released have both had a huge impact on the popularity of online shopping too. For this reason, courier firms are now busier than ever. If you’ve ever thought about starting your own courier business then below are some tips in order to give you the best chance of success. Know the business One of the first things to know about the courier industry is that it’s extremely competitive. While there might be a lot of demand for couriers, there are some major players that account for a huge amount of the market. Therefore in order to succeed running a courier firm…
January 21, 2017 Power Shift
Getting the most out of employees is skill that every employer should aim to master. The best leaders are those who can inspire their staff and make them want to work for them. Below are some of the best ways to achieve this. 1. Treat employees equally Fostering a positive atmosphere is one of the best ways to get the most out of your employees. If there is perceived preferential treatment in the office then it’s going to harbour bad feelings and will certainly affect productivity as a result. By treating your employees equally, you can help to 2. Provide a fun working environment Providing a fun and inspiring working environment for your employees can make a huge difference to productivity. By making your offices somewhere that your staff actually look forward to coming rather…