
Online networking is a life-line for small businesses
At a time when the economy is struggling, small business owners are turning to online networking to build meaningful connections, raise their profile and generate leads. So much so, that networking franchise, Your Partnerships is expanding into new areas. Recently launched is Your Partnerships Isle of Wight and Your Partnerships Taunton and Somerset. More regions […]

Why face-to-face networking is still alive and kicking in 2019
For some people, face-to-face networking is dead – for others? It is the lifeblood of their business. Why? Because it’s all about trusting that it will work (as long as you keep at it). There are several good reasons for persisting and, if you’re not very good at talking to strangers, don’t worry – most […]

Introducing the Cornish Partnerships Ambassador Programme
What is it that you want from a networking meeting here in Cornwall? To make connections? Raise awareness of your brand? Or, maybe at this point in time, to just feel completely comfortable in a room full of strangers? Well, you can get all of those things from just one event with Cornish Partnerships – […]

Business Cornwall recent feature
The team at Business Cornwall were kind enough to create an amazing article all about Cornish Partnerships. In the article, they managed to sum up everything we are about at Cornish Partnerships and I cannot commend the quality of the research, writing and content enough. Thank you Business Cornwall. Read the article here: Business Cornwall Article on […]

Location, location, location…
Cornish folk have long known that the county is a special place. Even in the depths of a long winter, we get incredible sunsets and perfect moments when the sun appears and makes everything brighter. So, it’s no surprise to me that Cornwall is increasingly a great hub for new businesses. Aside from the amazing […]

Got any bright ideas?
If you are a business owner, chances are you have a good idea for a new product or service on a regular basis. Some you might already have resources with which to take the idea further and see whether it will fly. Others, however, may leave you wondering, well, it’s a brilliant idea that I just […]

Walk and Talk – Netwalking with Annie Page
I recently joined business coach Annie Page on her netwalking adventure in Looe. I was immediately struck by one thing – Annie’s approach to networking has the potential to transform the way we do business here in Cornwall. The idea behind Annie’s netwalking sessions is beautifully simple. Bring professionals together to talk business whilst they […]

YOU TALKED, WE LISTENED!
When we were in the design phase of the Cornish Partnerships website, we were sure we would at some stage include a search feature as we have always wanted our Partner’s details to be readily available so other Partners or the general public could find their services easily. Over the last few weeks, due to […]

A NEW CORNISH PARTNERSHIP WITH THE FSB
As many of us small business owners know, Cornwall is a great hub when you’re running your own company. The SME community is vibrant and friendly and there are plenty of people on hand if you need advice or people who can refer your services on. Perhaps most importantly, you’ll build relationships with great people who end up sharing your journey as you go through the highs – and lows – of running your own business.

Can blogs really earn you money?
There must be a million and one articles online telling you how to make money from your blog. The truth is, that many of those advocate writing a blog and selling advertising from it, and in today’s world where there’s a wealth of free articles online, that’s getting harder and harder to do. My […]