Maeve Ferguson

For businesses considering operational efficiencies, outsourcing administrative tasks presents a strategic advantage. This approach not only helps in cutting down fixed costs but also enhances operational agility. Key Advantages: 🔹 Cost Reduction: Outsourcing converts fixed labour costs into variable costs, freeing up capital for investment elsewhere in your business. 🔹 Operational Efficiency: Access to a global talent pool allows for higher quality of administrative support and faster turnaround times. Learn more on how outsourcing administrative tasks can lead to significant cost savings and operational improvements. Contact us now! #BusinessStrategy #OperationalEfficiency #Outsourcing

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WHY WORK WITH A BUSINESS ADVISOR?? 🤔 💡 We have a touch over 4 weeks to go before Santa 🎅 comes careening down our chimneys and I'm going to help the countdown to C Day 🎄 with ........ 👉 👉 12 REASONS YOU SHOULD WORK WITH A BUSINESS ADVISOR. 👈 👈 Each week, starting today, I will post 3 reasons why you should seriously consider working with a business advisor. Here is No 1..... 1️⃣ ACCOUNTABILITY The majority of small businesses don't have Boards of Directors or Advisory Boards, it is the owner that is the sole decision maker for everything that happens in that business. Not only are they the sole decision maker, they are also the individual that everyone else is responsible to, the person they are ACCOUNTABLE to. While this allows a significant amount of freedom for the business owner to 'do as they please' it can, very easily, become a burden. In terms of decision making, if there is no-one to use as a 'sounding board' then who are the vital decisions and new ideas discussed with?? Often we can't talk to our staff because the topic is still sensitive; we shouldn't talk to our close friends and family because they aren't impartial and they want us to be happy - and challenging our ideas may upset us. So who❓ ❓ ❓ Also, who is the business owner really accountable to? Anyone?? 🤔 No one?? 🤔 If there is a looming deadline (either external or self-imposed), who is there to ensure that it is met? THIS 👆 is the responsibility of a good BUSINESS ADVISOR. They should be someone that you can trust to give you honest feedback, to be an impartial sounding board and to provide a measure of accountability to ensure that the business is continually moving forward. If you think that this is something that you need in your business, get in touch with me and let's talk it through 😀 [email protected] https://lnkd.in/g6rtP-mq

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Agree - best to be upfront and avoid disappointment

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Did you know that investing in learning and development for your people can boost your business performance, productivity and profitability? 📈 According to the latest market data from Statistics Isle of Man, the Isle of Man economy grew by 3.5% in 2022, driven by sectors such as e-business, professional services and construction. These sectors also reported higher levels of employee satisfaction, engagement and retention, thanks to their investment in learning and development programmes. 🌟 But learning and development is not just about training courses. It's about creating a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and growth for your people. It's about identifying the skills gaps and needs of your organisation and finding the best solutions to address them. It's about empowering your people to take ownership of their own development and supporting them along the way. 🙌 That's where I can help. At Rock Consulting, I am an expert in learning and development for businesses both on the Isle of Man and further afield, across a variety of sectors. I can help you with budgeting, skills mapping and development plans for your people. I can also offer you innovative ways to develop your people and provide additional support through coaching and mentoring. 🤝 If you are interested in learning more about how I can help you grow the skills in your business, please contact me at www.rockconsulting.online or [email protected] . I would love to hear from you to learn more about your development needs, over a coffee perhaps. ☕

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Maximising your marketing strategy requires more than just great ideas; it needs meticulous planning and flawless execution. Here’s how comprehensive support transforms the process: 🔹 Strategy Development: Crafting bespoke marketing plans aligned with your business goals. 🔹 Content Creation: Producing engaging, brand-consistent content that speaks to your audience. 🔹 Campaign Management: Overseeing campaigns for optimal performance and ROI. 🔹 Analytics & Insights: Using data-driven decisions to refine and improve strategies. With Sampson VA Services, streamline your marketing efforts for maximum impact. Ready to revolutionise your approach? Transform your marketing with Sampson VA Services. Connect with us today! 🌟#MarketingStrategy #EndToEndSupport #SampsonVAServices

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I'm posting 5 Second Spring FAQs this week. Today FAQ#3 answers “How close to retiring do I need to be to have retirement readiness coaching?” For more info and other FAQs visit www.second-spring.co.uk

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In today’s digital landscape, authenticity is not just beneficial—it’s crucial for standing out. Here’s how genuine engagement can elevate your brand on social media: 🔹 Trust Building: Authenticity helps establish a trustworthy relationship with your audience. Transparent communication and honesty in your posts reinforce your credibility, making your brand more appealing. 🔹 Enhanced Engagement: When your content mirrors your brand’s core values and mission, it resonates more deeply with your audience. This genuine approach leads to higher engagement rates as followers feel more connected to your brand. 🔹 Relatable Storytelling: Share real stories and experiences that reflect common customer journeys or challenges. This kind of content not only engages but also forges strong emotional connections with your audience. 🔹 Consistent Messaging: Keep your brand voice consistent across all channels to reinforce your brand identity. Consistency in your message ensures that your audience receives the same brand experience wherever they interact with you. 🔹 Responsive Interaction: Actively listen to your audience’s feedback and adapt your content accordingly. This shows that you value their input and are committed to evolving in line with their preferences. Authenticity in social media does more than just sell; it builds a community of loyal followers who believe in your brand and its values. Ready to infuse authenticity into your social media efforts and build lasting connections? Connect with Sampson VA Services for strategic guidance on authentic engagement! #AuthenticBranding #SocialMediaStrategy #DigitalMarketing #CommunityBuilding #SampsonVAServices

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Lots going on behind the scenes with the Agile O Group and adding value for the Community of Practice. ▪️We have our next VCC on the 8th Aug. CoP members can bring there questions/issues to discuss and gain some clarity on. ▪️We also have our next Guest Session sorted and that will be announced very soon! ▪️There's also Kanban courses coming soon (SLC funds acceptable) - Matt Odell/MilUX If you are still serving, in resettlement or a veteran in the professional world and you're keen to learn more about business agility and delivery practices, then come join in the fun! #agile #kanban #Scrum #military

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Revolutionising your workday starts with understanding and implementing effective strategies.  So Elevate your workday with Sampson VA Services' top five strategies: ➡️ Task Prioritisation: Focus on what truly moves the needle in your business. ➡️ Incremental Progress: Break down complex projects into achievable steps. ➡️ Controlled Engagement: Manage your time by limiting unscheduled communications. ➡️ Technological Leverage: Implement tools and systems that streamline operations. ➡️ Structured Downtime: Integrate brief, regular breaks to enhance mental clarity and focus. Adopting these strategies can significantly improve your productivity and allow for a more structured, effective workday. Interested in custom solutions for your business challenges?  Connect with Sampson VA Services for expert advice and tailored strategies. #Efficiency #SampsonVAServices #Workday #OBM #OperationalEfficiency

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We are at the point, if we haven’t got there already, where there are more Gen Z than Baby Boomers in the workplace. And that’s with all those people in their sixties (or older) who returned post Covid with the cost of living crisis. The numbers are high and yet so many organisations do not understand the youngest generation in the workplace. They can’t find them, keep them, or understand them while they have them. Do you have a conference or event on the horizon where you need a speaker to help you with all this? #genz  #recruitment #speaker #conference

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🌟 Attention Isle of Man Business Leaders 🌟     In today's fast-paced, AI-driven world, the need for robust people skills development has never been more urgent. Recent data from the CIPD Good Work Index 2023 reveals that only 23% of workers feel their jobs provide good opportunities for skill development. In stark contrast, a McKinsey study found that 58% of businesses have identified closing skills gaps as a heightened priority since the pandemic.      These figures highlight a significant disparity. Employers must act now to bridge this gap and invest in essential skills development to keep their teams effective and productive.      This is where I come in. I specialise in providing strategic support tailored to your organisation's unique needs through skills workshops and coaching. Together, we can adopt continuous development frameworks that break skills advancement into manageable steps. This approach facilitates ongoing performance feedback and meaningful growth.     Let's ensure that your business remains competitive and ahead of the curve. Interested in discussing how my services can benefit your organisation? I'm here for a coffee and a chat! Reach out to me at [email protected] or send me a DM. Check out my website: www.rockconsulting.online    Invest in your people. Invest in your future. 💼✨      #SkillsDevelopment #Leadership #ContinuousLearning #IsleofManBusiness #Coaching #Workshops #BusinessGrowth 

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How to get more structure and discipline to create great result Given how the game of life is set up and operates we know we get better results when have structure and discipline So what is the secret source behind that? Listen to our latest Quality of Mind podcast episode, where I chat with highly prolific expert content producer on the subject of 'working on your game'  Dre Baldwin . Dre has an accomplished career both as a professional sportsperson and as a performance coach....but he doesn't usually look upstream and before psychology...until now This episode covers: • The secret sauce to discipline, structure and results • Our innocent attempts to 'reverse engineer' success. • The power of realisation • The big mistake of the modern world • The illusion of control and agency . • What you chase runs away. • Chasing feelings and fulfilment - Seeking versus abundance. Full episode link in the comments Thoughts? 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Like the message? 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 --------------------- Liked this post? Want to see more? Ring the 🔔on my Profile --------------------- 𝘼𝙡𝙡 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙛𝙩 𝙩𝙤 ''𝘽𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙋𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮' 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚, 𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 👋 If you want know more. Please reach out #qualityofmind #beforepsychology #humanpotential  #consciousleadership #nonduality #retreatoperates,

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A GC, a digital transformation lead, a yogi lawyer, a continuous improvement guru and NFP whizz walk into a bar... It sounds a bit like a dumb joke doesn't it? But really, these are the types of clever people who have signed up for 90 minutes with me to get their shit together before the end of the year. Each with a specific goal or challenge, each with an appetite to get clear now rather than waiting until Jan 2025 (otherwise known as February in corporate circles). Honestly it is a broad church of themes - for some it is quite specific legal ops strategy stuff (remember my past life?!) and others it is the big age old question of how not to burnout in their big job - then a bit of everything in between. I love this variety. I have a few few few spots left for anyone else wanting to jump in. The session is $495, for 90 mins with pre and post work to make it stick. These end when the year does, as next year brings all sorts of big fab new offerings. My first sessions are next week, pre-surveys are out, I'm excited! Do you want one of the final spots? DM me and let's lock it in before both our calendars get impossible.

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How proactive would you say you or your organisation is at encouraging and managing people's development? How many processes have single points of failure in them or how many people do you have in your business who, if they left to tomorrow, would leave an unfillable knowledge or experience hole? #resourcemanagement #development #skills #capability #operationalexcellence

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