Geraldine Magnier

🚀 Ready to elevate your business game? 🚀 Our latest blog post "Gain Competitive Advantage: Discover the Power of Digital Transformation for Irish SMEs" dives deep into how digital transformation is revolutionising the way businesses operate. 💡 With the rise of new technologies, Irish SMEs are embracing digital solutions to stay ahead of the curve! Curious about the secret ingredients that can catapult your business to new heights? Head over to the blog to uncover the magic! 🌐✨ Read more: https://lnkd.in/erFHWg2u Join the conversation - let’s discuss how digital transformation is shaping up your business!👇 #DigitalTransformation #IrishSMEs #TechInnovation #BusinessGrowth

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Today, Fine Gael launched our manifesto for #GE24, setting out our stall in how we will continue to invest in our economy & provide for our people, putting money back in your pocket, improving public services & securing your future to deal with unforeseen events. More here 👉 finegael.ie/manifesto

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One of the biggest decisions you’ll face as a property owner in Ireland is whether to sell or rent out your residential or commercial space. Both options have their own advantages and challenges, and the right choice depends on your specific circumstances and long-term goals. In this article, we’ll explore the key factors to consider when deciding between selling or renting your property. https://lnkd.in/eS8Nj4UM

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Stay ahead in the Irish finance industry! 📊 Our latest Industry Insights Report explores key challenges and digital skill gaps. Essential reading for L&D and professionals in Finance. Download your free copy below 👇#cybersecurity #DataAnalysis #ai #upskilling #professionaldevelopment

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Webinar today 1pm. where we will be focusing on the governance failures of the Irish State Broadcaster - RTE, with Co Founder and Chair of The Corporate Governance Institute, David W Duffy. Join us for this webinar to understand the important role that you can play in improving governance on a board. Register now to secure your place: Register now: https://lnkd.in/evbs6pSx #CorporateGovernance #Leadership #Webinar

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Looking to improve collaboration within your team? SharePoint, part of Microsoft 365, is designed to create collaborative workspaces for sharing resources and information efficiently. With 32% of Irish SMEs planning to increase staff numbers in 2024, streamlining workflows is a priority, and SharePoint can significantly enhance cooperation and productivity. Microsoft 365 for SMEs brings tools that allow for scalable growth and improved operational efficiency. SharePoint is exceptional at streamlining workflows, but there’s more to discover. Find out how to integrate the entire Microsoft 365 suite into your SME for maximum efficiency: https://lnkd.in/eQAtr6qb

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2 businesses per day closed in 2023, with a projected 3 per day in 2024. (That was the projection in Q1, but since there's been over 11,700 businesses served demand notices by Revenue in May regarding their tax debt warehouse situation. So the figure of 3 per day for 2024 may be conservative. We can no longer ignore or sideline the reality of the newer and more grave pressure small businesses are under now (that's 98% of all the businesses in Ireland). Calling on Govt to do a 'PRSI rebate' as proposed by Small Firms Association, so as to effectively support every small business in our country rather than just those who pay rates (ICOB - 'Increase in Cost Of Business' package, the €257m support scheme is only getting paid to rate payers.) #sme #smallbusiness Minister Peter Burke and Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment

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If you invest in a new tool or machine for your business, your staff need to know why and how to use it…otherwise it will cause more headaches. Prioritise employee buy in! Check out the latest article and survey for Irish CEOs regarding GenAI adoption #includeyourteam #Genai #adoption

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Do you have expertise in entrepreneurship amongst women founders and/or women-led businesses? If yes, you might be able to help our friends InterTradeIreland to develop this important feasibility study. #InnovationQuarter #InterTradeIreland #Entrepreneurship

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IMR Chief Innovation Officer Andrew Lynch discussed the importance of Digital Transformation for SMEs in Ireland during our September Webinar on "Unlocking Your Digital Transformation Journey." Watch the full webinar here: https://bit.ly/4dyhDzT #DigitalTransformation #digitisation #IrishManufacturing #IMR #Digitalisation

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I was at the Fine Gael Small Business Conference at the weekend where speakers included Minister Paschal Donohoe, Minister Peter Burke, Minister of State Emer Higgins. I spoke about the way current supports for business incentivise Winner takes all Behaviour, that it is welcome that eligibility for grants is improving, but that the nature of grant supports need to evolve to meet the 21st century challenges that these businesses face. At the moment the vast majority of government supports for businesses are for individual businesses in isolation, employment grants, feasibility grants, capital grants etc. This approach incentivises ‘winner take all’ behaviour, one business’s survival at the expense of others or the ecosystem, is unintentionally incentivised by this long established approach. We are now in an era where the efficient use of scare resources is more important than ever, pooling of resources between businesses where appropriate, rather than duplication, is now a priority. In the past state agencies were mandated not to support indigenous businesses addressing local or national markets due to a fear of displacement (i.e. we give money to Car Dealer A who grows their business and undermines Car Dealer B down the road). Now is the time to recalibrate these supports not to provide funding directly to individual business A or B in an area but to incentivise them to pool suitable functions and thereby increase productivity. Yes, they are in competition however there are certain back end functions that do not enhance competitive differentiation. And indeed most indigenous business sectors have representative organisations, the ethos of which is to promote their sector and internal cooperation amongst their members. The European Union has a forcing mechanism built into all grants to incentivise such collaboration, to be eligible to apply the applicant must be part of a collaborative consortium of partners across different regions and states, so it is not an alien concept! To navigate the Green and Digital transition at the level of locality communication needs to increase amongst micro businesses, this can help raise cooperation and over time real collaboration to jointly tackle the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. However a new entity is needed at the grass roots level to facilitate this collaboration. I believe that this entity is the local hub, there are over 400 hubs across Ireland that are members of Connected Hubs. These hubs are ideally placed to deliver for communities at the level of the High Street through what we at the Dargan Institute call ‘Digital First Communities’, a model which harnesses technology to put people and places first.

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https://lnkd.in/e6D8WHpT I often get asked questions on tax, and I can share what I do, but , I like to lean toward good advice. Click through for a worthy listen.

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This webinar aims to provide participants with the knowledge on how to utilise exporting as a means of growing their businesses as well as guidance on the first steps to boost the chances of sustainable export success. The session will cover: ◾ Readiness to do business outside NI ◾ Outline importance of market screening & selection; ◾ To explore the value of robust market research linked to strategic export planning; ◾ To zone-in on how to identify customers / partners in markets outside of NI; ◾ To consider methods used to then target potential customers in export markets; and ◾ Sources of support for exporting activities  Participants will emerge from the webinar equipped with a better understanding of export best practice, the success factors and the confidence to advance to the next stage. To apply click on the link below - https://lnkd.in/eFNP9DzP Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council Ards and North Down Borough Council NMD Business (Newry, Mourne and Down District Council)

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👉 Consumer law training for SMEs in Ireland is essential for businesses looking to ensure compliance with legal regulations and protect themselves from potential legal issues. By attending training sessions this September, SME owners and employees can gain valuable insights into consumer rights, contract laws, dispute resolution, and other important legal topics. This training will help SMEs navigate the complex legal landscape and make informed decisions to avoid costly mistakes. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and protect your business. https://buff.ly/4b9geP1

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Cork Business Association has submitted key recommendations for the revised National Planning Framework (NPF). The key recommendation made by CBA is that if Cork is to achieve the ambitious growth targets set out at a national level there needs to be support in the NPF for key growth enabler projects such as the Events Centre, without embedding this in national policy objectives achieving the targeted growth will be difficult. The CBA also recommended the following:  1. A return to ambitious 60% population growth targets.  2. A housing policy reset, focusing on brownfield sites like Cork City & Tivoli Docks and addressing some of the barriers to achieving immediate housing delivery (the relocation of the Port of Cork and Gouldings as a national priority)  3. Sustainable transport solutions, including Light Rail & BusConnects. Let’s ensure Cork thrives as a dynamic urban center! #NPF #CorkGrowth #SustainableCork Irish Planning Institute Darragh O'Brien TD Jack Chambers Office of Public Works Clara O'Neill Simon Coveney

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Join our "Introduction to Sustainability in Business" course by UCC. Register now! https://loom.ly/ciMxxMU Gain essential skills to navigate the transition to a net-zero economy and embed sustainability in your business. #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth #EcoFriendly #Training

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