There is no doubt that 2010 will be a defining year for private sector businesses. With many reports claiming that the UK is facing the back of the recession – crucial research gives an indication of what is actually happening behind the scenes.
According to the British Chamber of Commerce’s last Monthly Business Survey 63% of businesses are not rejoicing just yet. They are preparing for another tough year ahead through pay freezes, wage and benefit cuts.
This hesitation is completely understandable – any business would remain with cost cutting initiatives until the moment that demand has actually picked up and is seen to be increasing at a stable rate. The uncertainty about the stability of demand will encourage businesses and entrepreneurs alike to look for new commercially viable opportunities.
At Activ we understand this approach simply because we have done it. We didn’t simply weather the recession – we boldly started up in it. And if that wasn’t enough we rapidly grew in it. They say that there is a high failure rate for start up businesses. In just under 2 years, Activ saw turnover increase around 189%, moved to 2 much larger offices, was short-listed for a national award and achieved international expansion into Spain, France, Ireland, Australia and Madrid.
According to David Frost, the BBC Director General, support for the private sector is a must.
Well, who better to support the private sector than us? At Activ, we support private sector growth through specialist online marketing services and business advice. We talk the talk only because we have walked the walk. We have faced the same challenges as many other private sector organisations which is why our business support services are credible and proven.
If we can do it – we can help you to do it too ………….
Great to see you doing so well when times have been hard!!