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Breaking Free from the 24/7 Business Owner Lifestyle

Running your own business often sounds like the dream. But for many business owners, especially those who've been at it a while, that dream starts to feel more like a trap. You're working long days, answering messages at night, juggling team questions, and solving problems before your brain's even fully awake. That constant "on" feeling can sneak up and pull you away from why you started the business in the first place. It creeps into your weekends. It shows up at family dinners. It drains the fun out of what used to energise you. Slowly, that grit and passion you…

Jackson In Articles, Business Strategy

Untangling the Hidden Bottlenecks in Your Operations

It’s easy to assume that once a business hits a certain level of success, things should naturally feel easier. The systems are in place, the team’s grown, and the hard days are behind you, but the reality often feels different. Instead of more freedom, you’re juggling more moving parts. Progress slows, decision-making stalls, and work piles up in ways that don’t feel connected to growth. That’s often the moment many owners realise they’re facing hidden bottlenecks that weren’t obvious before. Bottlenecks rarely show up all at once. They blend into your daily routine, masked as busywork or small issues that…

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Making Your Business Work Smarter Not Harder

At a certain point, running a business can start feeling like spinning plates. You try to juggle sales, operations, customer service, admin and team management, all while thinking about growth. Before you know it, the work you once loved starts to drain your time and energy. The usual fix? Add more staff, buy another tool, or pour more of your own hours into solving everyday problems. But doing more doesn’t mean it’s working better. If your days are full yet progress feels slow, there’s a strong chance your systems just aren’t working for you. Growth brings more complexity, and without…

Jackson In Articles, Development, Software

Escape the Operations Trap: Smarter Growth Solutions

Many entrepreneurs start their journey with a vision of freedom—creating something meaningful and having control over their work-life balance. However, this dream often becomes clouded by the growing complexities of managing a business. As operations expand, the increased workload can leave you feeling trapped in a cycle of never-ending tasks. The excitement of building a business gradually shifts to the overwhelming burden of managing operations. This experience isn't uncommon; the operational challenges of a growing business can make you feel like you're constantly putting out fires, leaving little room for strategic thinking or innovation. A key concern arises when success…

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The Role of Technology in Streamlining Peterborough’s Nonprofits

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Nonprofits in Peterborough face unique challenges in managing their operations, engaging donors, and reaching their target audience. One way to overcome these hurdles is by leveraging technology. With the right tools, nonprofits can streamline their processes, making their efforts more efficient and impactful. Project management tools can help organise tasks, delegate responsibilities, and track progress, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. Similarly, CRM systems play a crucial role in managing donor relationships, making it easier to personalise communication and improve fundraising efforts. Financial management is another area where technology can make a significant difference. Accounting software…

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Top Tech Trends for Startups in 2025

As 2024 comes to an end, startups need to prepare for the next wave of technological advancements. The tech landscape changes quickly, and staying ahead can make a huge difference. Understanding the latest trends helps startups plan and grow effectively. One of the biggest changes expected in 2025 is the rise of AI and machine learning. These technologies can change how businesses operate by automating tasks and providing insights. Startups can use AI to improve customer service, manage data, and make smarter decisions. Blockchain technology is another trend to watch. While it's well-known for cryptocurrencies, blockchain has many other uses.…

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Preventing Burnout in Tech Teams

Tech teams play a crucial role in many businesses, especially during high-demand periods. These times can be stressful and can lead to burnout if not managed well. Burnout affects productivity, team morale, and overall health. It's essential for leaders to recognise the signs and take steps to prevent it. Burnout often starts with small signs like working late regularly, increased errors, and lack of motivation. It's important to notice these signs early. Addressing them promptly helps keep the team working efficiently and happily. Ignoring these signs can lead to more serious issues, including high turnover rates and decreased productivity. Creating…

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Allia Workshop: The exciting journey of product development

Allia invited me, Jackson Howell from Riselabs, to present an Allia Impact Accelerator workshop on Product Development. It takes a lot of hard work, creativity and dedication to develop a product that is both functional and appealing to consumers.

Jackson In Articles, Development, Innovation

Why you should consider building an MVP

An MVP is a small version of your product that you can use to test your idea and get user feedback. It's important to remember that the MVP isn't a finished product; it's just meant to help you validate your idea. So start by figuring out what the core features of your product are and then build a simple version of those features. Once you have your MVP, reach out to potential users and get their feedback. Based on that feedback, you can decide whether or not to continue developing your product.

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How to spot lousy website design before it’s too late

Web designers, developers and website owners can frustrate their visitors by not paying attention to the little details. Some of the biggest offenders are websites with slow page loading times, hidden links, intrusive ads and confusing navigation. By creating a bad user experience, these sites are driving people away in droves.

Breaking Free from the 24/7 Business Owner Lifestyle

Untangling the Hidden Bottlenecks in Your Operations

Making Your Business Work Smarter Not Harder

Escape the Operations Trap: Smarter Growth Solutions

The Role of Technology in Streamlining Peterborough’s Nonprofits

Top Tech Trends for Startups in 2025

Preventing Burnout in Tech Teams

Allia Workshop: The exciting journey of product development

Why you should consider building an MVP

How to spot lousy website design before it’s too late

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