SUBS Talk

Resilience for you and your business!

In this episode, David Bellin (SUBS Business Events Founder), and Paula Eddy-Wilcox (OnPoint Leadership) discuss how we look after ourselves day to day, focusing on our mind , body and soul, to keep toping up our personal levels of resilience. The 'resilience' buzzword has been doing the rounds a lot at the moment, but what does it really mean for you and your business. Our 23 minute SUBS Talk Podcast will help you become more aware of your own resilience and what you can do to help yourself. Topics discussed: 1. What resilience means 2. Looking after our business' resilience 3. Taking time out from your business 4. Mind, body & soul 5. Growth mindset vs fixed mindset Links mentioned in this episode: * https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/ [https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/] * https://www.onpointlead.com/ [https://www.onpointlead.com/] * https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/] This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm [https://wwww.zencast.fm]

The No Nonsense HR Update

In this episode, David Bellin (SUBS Business Events Founder), and Jill Bottomley (The HR Dept, Trafford & Warrington) are talking Government initiatives including T Levels, plus with an extra bank holiday this year, thanks to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, what is the impact on employers. if you’re ready to expand your business for the first time, should you take on a freelancer or self-employed person? Plus, what if you are already employing people, how do you navigate the minefield of employment law? If you ask staff to wear something as simple as black trousers, are you aware of the impact this could have on your business if you pay minimum wage? If not, then you need to listen to this episode. Our 25 minute SUBS Talk Podcast could save you thousands of pounds. Topics discussed: 1. Extra bank holiday / Queen's Platinum Jubilee 2. Apprentices / apprenticeships 3. Kickstarter / T Level schemes 4. Minimum wage / staff uniforms 5. Changes in Employment Law 6. Worker status / self-employed / freelance Links mentioned in this episode: * https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/ [https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/] * https://www.hrdept.co.uk/trafford-and-warrington/ [https://www.hrdept.co.uk/trafford-and-warrington/] * https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-bottomley-082082a/?originalSubdomain=uk [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-bottomley-082082a/?originalSubdomain=uk] This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm [https://wwww.zencast.fm]

Supporting Local Charities - Doing Good by Giving Back

In this episode, David Bellin (SUBS Business Events Founder), talks with Jenny Allcock, founder of registered charity Creating Adventures. Together they discuss how anyone can get involved in supporting a local charitable organisation. The difference that support can mean to those less fortunate. Find out whether charities are in need of funding, a little of your time, or perhaps a combination of both. If you’re not sure how to help, Jenny tells us what’s beneficial to a charity like hers. Regardless of the size of your business, even if you're a one-man-band, we all have a social responsibility to help. So please join us and listen in for the next 18 minutes, and we'll see if we can convince you to give a little, to gain alot! Topics discussed: 1. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) 2. Levels of support needed by charities 3. Physical help or hard cash? 4. The challenges smaller charities face 5. How you can make a difference 6. Types of fundraising 7. Direct and indirect support 8. Are Twitter and Blogging outdated? 9. What you get in return Links mentioned in this episode: * https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/ [https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/] * https://www.creatingadventures.org.uk/ [https://www.creatingadventures.org.uk/] This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm [https://wwww.zencast.fm]

Social Media - What's relevant in 2022

In this episode, David Bellin (SUBS Business Events Founder), and Alex McCann, Social Media Expert (Altrincham HQ) discuss the sate of social media in 2022. For many people the thought of spending more time on social media is not a pleasant one, though many business owners accept the importance of engagement and significant benefits it can bring to their business. We are questions that are relevant to all businesses. So please listen to our 23-minute talk and see how social media can play a role in your business. Topics discussed: 1. The state of social media in 2022 2. Organic or paid social media? 3. Instagram Reels & TikTok 4. The relevance of LinkedIn 5. Engaging influencers on social media 6. Are Twitter and Blogging outdated? 7. Facebook - recent drop in usage 8. Face to face networking Links mentioned in this episode: * https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/ [https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/] * https://altrinchamhq.co.uk/ [https://altrinchamhq.co.uk/] This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm [https://wwww.zencast.fm]

Photography - Should you go D.I.Y. or Professional?

In this episode, David Bellin (SUBS Business Events Founder), and Julie Harris (Julie Harris Photography) discuss the pros and cons of taking your own photos for business use, as opposed to using a professional photographer. Looking at how a brand photographer might be more beneficial in helping your business, rather than a traditional photographer. How to chose the right photographer for your business. Plus, a few top tips to help you, if you're someone who prefers to do it yourself. Listen to our 18-minute talk and see how you can get more out of your own photos! Topics discussed: 1. Choosing a photographer 2. Types of photographer 3. Best lighting conditions 4. LinkedIn profile photos 5. Top tips to take better photos Links mentioned in this episode: * https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/ [https://subsbusinessevents.co.uk/] * https://www.julieharrisphotography.co.uk [https://www.julieharrisphotography.co.uk] This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm [https://wwww.zencast.fm]