Creating a more sustainable home office doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Here are some small changes that can help you cut energy use, lower bills, and reduce your environmental impact. Choosing a Green Energy Supplier If you want to switch to a more...
If you’re looking for more sustainable ways to run your business, choosing eco-friendly office suppliers is a great place to start. We’ve rounded up some Aberdeen-based options to help you shop more consciously.Eco-Friendly Office SuppliersKlyk (B Corp) - refurb...
Welcome to “Behind the Hive”, a new feature we are trialling, where I spill the tea on everything that has been going on at Planner Bee VA Services in the last quarter. Why I’m sharing life behind the scenes at our eco Virtual Assistant business: There is so much...
In the UK, 59% of us plan to purchase during Black Friday weekend, with a predicted average spend of £122 per person. Black Friday falls on the last Friday in November, meaning in 2024 Black Friday will be on 29th November, although many shops (particularly the retail...
In the UK, Overshoot Day fell on the 3rd of June. Whilst this is actually an improvement on last year, it shows we are using more than double the Earth’s resources than is sustainable.
As part of our commitment to the environment and working towards reducing our business carbon footprint, to become a net zero business, I have been conducting research as well as attending courses (including a Carbon Literacy course), to learn as much as I can about...
What does Earth Day 24 mean for you, as a small business owner? Earth Day is the biggest day of civic observance in the world - a time where we all come together to seriously consider how we can invest in our planet. This year’s Earth Day will be on Monday 22nd April...
Sustainability is a bit of a buzzword in the business community at the moment and with the Scottish government setting targets to reach net zero by 2045, the emphasis on going green isn’t going anywhere. Keen to be at the forefront of the sustainable business...
Today's article has been contributed by Rebecca Robertson of Evolution Financial Planning, an expert in all things finance and entrepreneurship. Rebecca has been providing bespoke financial advice of the highest quality for years and has helped countless women to get...
How can your personal values be reflected in your small business? Did you know that 90% of customers mentioned authenticity as an important factor in deciding which brands they like and support? Depending on what your personal values and ethics are, you could be...
