| Our magazine baby has officially come off the press! After fun and games amongst the team, deciding on what we should include, how we should include and whether the nights of waking up and shouting EUREKA were worth it, our very first magazine is LIVE! I’d really like your feedback as issue 2 is already being put together, for July, and I want every issue to have the wow factor, not just the first. |
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| To celebrate this miracle of publishing, we are offering
25% EXTRA FREE on all saddle stitch and perfect bound booklets! PLUS a branded tote bag—because where else would you put all those booklets? Your pockets? Come on now.
Whether you’re printing corporate reports that nobody reads past page 3, restaurant menus with food photos that make people unreasonably hungry, or that poetry collection about your cat—we’ve got you covered with 25% MORE COPIES to spread everyone’s joy. |
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Words of Wisdom
(That We’re Actually Trying to Follow)
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| Our business coach (yes, we need professional help alongside other things 😊) often drops us pearls of wisdom so we thought it was about time we shared some of them with you. Introducing, Ceri James, Action Coach and owner of Mushroom Consulting (he’s the one in the middle – referencing the below photo, in case you have switched photos off 😉): |
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| There are three frogs on a log. Two decide to jump off. How many are left? Three, because decision and action are two separate things, aswe all know from failed New Year’s resolutions. How well do you turn intentioninto action?
Time is a business owner’s most valuable resource. Managingit effectively requires a structured approach that maximizes productivity whilepreventing burnout. The following four-step framework provides a practical way to take control of your time and boost efficiency. |
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| 1. Audit How You Spend Your Time
Before making changes, you need a clear picture of how you currently use your time. Track your activities for a week—meetings, admin tasks, client interactions, and strategic planning. Identify bottlenecks and time-wasters. Are there repetitive tasks consuming hours? Are distractions derailing your focus? Recognizing these patterns allows you to make informed adjustments.
2. Plan Your Priorities
Define what matters most. Focus on high-impact tasks that drive revenue, innovation, or growth. Use tools like time-blocking or the Eisenhower Matrix to structure your schedule around priorities rather than reacting to interruptions. When you allocate time intentionally, you reclaim control over your day.
3. Delegate What You Can
You don’t have to do everything yourself. Identify tasks that someone else can handle—administrative work, customer inquiries,bookkeeping. Delegation frees up time for high-level decision-making and allows your business to function more efficiently.
4. Build Habits for Self-Discipline and Accountability
Consistency is key. Establish daily routines that reinforce discipline—ending each day with a to do list for tomorrow (so that you can come up with solutions and ideas while you sleep), setting boundaries for deep work,and taking regular breaks to maintain energy. The best time management system isn’t just about scheduling tasks, it’s about creating habits that keep you focused and effective.
Master these four elements, and you’ll transform how you manage time, leading to better productivity and business success. |
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⚽ Bollington United
Looking for Sponsors Who Enjoy Mud-Splattered Logos! ⚽
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| Our friends at Bollington United are seeking sponsors! Your logo could appear on their kits, pitch-side boards, or social media. Just imagine your brand being visible to DOZENS of freezing cold spectators every weekend! Marketing gold! |
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Walking for Charity
(Because Running Was Too Much Effort…
it is a Marathon though)
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| Our very own M is embarking on a sponsored walk for charity this weekend, despite it being her birthday! M is walking the Moon Walk to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness:proving that guilt-tripping colleagues and customers DOES work as a fundraising strategy!
Every donation helps, no matter how small (though larger ones help more, just saying): |
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| Parting Thoughts (Read: Last-Ditch Sales Pitch) |
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| We’re still here for all your design and printing needs.
Got questions? Ready to order? Want to debate whether ComicSans deserves its bad reputation? (Spoiler: it does.) We’re just a call or email away.
Until next time, may your ink never smudge and your toner never run low!
Vikki |
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