by Becky Beach | Mar 18, 2025
We all know social media can be a great tool for business—when it works. But what happens when it doesn’t? Let me tell you a little story about how I discovered that relying on social media alone for business exposure can be risky… A little while ago, my Instagram...
by Becky Beach | Feb 26, 2025
A painter and decorator I know recently decided to run a small advert in a local magazine, for four months. In that short time, they secured two large contracts worth over £10,000! While results vary for every business, this story highlights the power of local...
by Becky Beach | Nov 7, 2024
During the summer holidays, a massive M&S food hall opened on a nearby trading estate—a superstore complete with hand-held scanners and mini shopping trolleys for the kids. Yet, I only discovered it by chance. I was visiting a neighbouring store when I noticed the...
by Becky Beach | Oct 20, 2024
In an era dominated by digital media, the relevance of local community magazines might seem to wane in comparison to the expansive reach and instantaneous nature of the internet. However, paper publications like the magazine I produce, still offer unique and...
by Becky Beach | May 12, 2024
Are the school mums gossiping about you? During a gloriously hot, summer afternoon I joined the other school mums for a picnic in the park whilst the kids burnt off their energy. We caught up with news and then started to talk about holidays. This prompted one mum to...
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