Simon Cox - Supporting Business Growth

07/08/2025

Are you looking for business events in Northampton ?

Have a look at what's happening at Vulcan Works Creative Hub on Guildhall Road by visiting their website here: https://zurl.co/gaDcr

05/08/2025

This year, we're delighted to welcome back Wilson Browne Solicitors as our Event Sponsors for the NNBN Awards

With offices across Northampton, Kettering, Higham Ferrers, Corby, Wellingborough and Leicester, they have all the help you need when it comes to legal matters.

If you aren't familiar with Wilson Browne Solicitors, you can find out more by visiting their website here: https://zurl.co/CBmC5

05/08/2025

I'm back on NLive Radio this evening for the Open 4 Business Radio Show covering for the legend that is Adrian Pryce DL.

Esther Gammage, ADHD and Leadership Coach from Esther Ruth Consulting joins me live in the studio between 7 and 8 pm followed by a flashback to this year's NN Startup Day where you'll be able to hear Jemma Drury from Drury Accountants Limited and Tia Dang from Tia Dang Studios talking about their start up journey.

Join me from 7 pm with great music and local business news and events!

Listen via https://nliveradio.com, tune into 106.9 FM or ask your smart speaker to play NLive Radio.

01/08/2025

JOIN ME ON AIR!

I'm looking to talk to local businesses in Northamptonshire for the Open 4 Business Radio Show which is broadcast on NLive Radio.

If you would like to be a guest on the show, book a slot in my diary and we'll get you on air!

Book here: https://zurl.co/AWmtr

30/07/2025

I'm looking forward to this event and supporting Nick as one of our NNBN members.

Have a read of this event coming soon to Northampton!

Full Story: https://zurl.co/XwWoJ

30/07/2025

Why Not Investing in Marketing Can Prevent Business Growth

Many small and growing businesses face the temptation to cut back on marketing. It’s understandable – when budgets are tight, marketing can feel like a luxury. But the truth is, without consistent marketing, it becomes much harder for a business to grow.

Marketing isn’t just about selling a product or service. It’s about building awareness, trust and connection with the people you want to reach. If potential customers don’t know you exist, or what you can offer them, they’re likely to choose a competitor who is more visible.

It’s also important to remember that marketing provides valuable feedback. It helps you understand what your customers want, what’s working, and where you can improve. Without this insight, it’s easy to make decisions in the dark – which can lead to missed opportunities.

Not investing in marketing can create a cycle that’s hard to break. Fewer customers mean lower income, which leaves less money to reinvest in promoting your business. Meanwhile, competitors who are marketing consistently are building stronger relationships and taking more market share.

The good news is that effective marketing doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Small, regular actions – like showing up on social media, sending a useful email newsletter, or keeping your website up to date – can make a big difference over time.

Seeing marketing as an investment in your business’s future is essential. With the right strategy and consistent effort, marketing can help you attract the right customers, strengthen your reputation, and give your business the best chance to grow.

29/07/2025

Tonight I'm sitting in for Adrian Pryce on Open4Business on NLive Radio with another action packed business focused show.

I'll be joined by Paul Knowles from Greenbay Grounds Maintenance talking about the work his Northamptonshire based business does in the County, I'll also be joined by Kev Garfield, Head of Business Support at VMS Limited talking about their support for Moulton College and I can't wait to talk to Laura Helen about what it's like to be a Digital Nomad, touring the world and running a business at the same time.

Join me from 7 pm tonight on https://nliveradio.com, 106.9 FM or ask your Alexa to play NLive Radio

See you there!

28/07/2025

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24/07/2025

The Office of the Small Business Commissioner want to hear from small businesses regarding the benefits of E-Invoicing.

According to a series of online polls conducted by the Office of the Small Business Commissioner (OSBC), 75% of respondents understood e-invoicing but only 40% were using digital software to manage their invoicing process and 55% still use PDF files attached to emails.

Read more here:

We want small businesses to understand the benefits of e-invoicing but recognise that there are some concerns and confusion.