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How to run, understand, grow and nurture your business. Covering key business topics, guest posts and interviews from experts, and takeaways from previous masterclasses and programmes.

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Company Culture: The Heartbeat of Your Business

This blog post isn't your typical, dry guide to company culture. Here's the straight talk: building a positive culture is hard work, but the rewards are immeasurable. We'll talk about why company culture should be a top priority, the tell-tale signs of a toxic environment, and some actionable steps to cultivate a workplace where your people can truly thrive.

The Power of Holistic Growth

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, the key to long-term success lies not only in business strategies but also in personal growth and wellbeing. At Boxed Community, we believe in the power of holistic growth, where entrepreneurs are empowered to nurture their emotional intelligence, embrace creativity, cultivate authentic leadership, and prioritise their wellbeing. In our latest blog post, we explore how a startup course that focuses on both business and personal development can revolutionise the entrepreneurial journey. Join us and unlock the potential of a truly fulfilling entrepreneurial experience.

7 Leadership Styles and When to use Them

During the 20th century, leadership was primarily thought to be best described in terms of ‘traits’. However, this way of thinking doesn’t allow for practical applications of principles. Rather, we explore leadership "styles", a way of articulating how these traits manifest in day-to-day decision making.

Leadership Challenges for Entrepreneurs

Becoming a leader can be an important step in your entrepreneurial journey, but it can also be one of the most challenging. When aspiring to have a team, it’s crucial to understand what good leadership is and how to manage the common challenges of it.

Professional Networking for Introverts

Networking can be daunting, especially for introverted entrepreneurs, but it doesn't have to be. Here are a few ways you can start professional networking online in an effective way.

How do I choose a good business coach?

Finding a business coach with whom you can undergo your entrepreneurial journey with can be a career-defining decision. Thus, it isn’t one that should be taken lightly. The key variables to consider are discussed here - with the goal of maximising your potential return on investment in a business coach.

5 principles of PR to improve your marketing strategy

A big issue that startups face is a lack of presence. It isn't enough to have a revolutionary product or service, no matter how deserving of its place in the market. If potential clients don't know it exists, how can they get on board?

Coworking online: An introduction

Whether you are already an entrepreneur or just at the planning stages of a new business, you're probably familiar with the idea of virtual coworking spaces. These mystical "places" can presumably help your business in its first steps toward success, but what are they and how do they work?