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A NEW WEBSITE AND YOUR SPECIAL OFFER FROM IMAGO SKINCARE

I know I've been quiet - a lot has happened since the last time I saw you...  I haven't been idle though!  During lockdown, I doubled the number of stockists - unfortunately, they are all closed - again!I have been working on updating my website.  It was launched last week but is still a work in progress, however it is very functional and fast, fingers crossed there are no glitches or gremlins! I have a 20% discount on orders over £40 for November and am planning competitions for...

GEORDIES SIGNS EXPANSION DURING LOCKDOWN

Just to let you know Geordies Signs expanded during lockdown (number 1) as we bought a local exhibition display company Creative Display and renamed it Northern Display which now runs alongside Geordies Signs.  We have also taken on three new members of staff too. We had the pleasure of working with Beckleberry's to install new graphics and signage for their recent refurbished café located in the upper blue mall inside intu Metrocentre, Gateshead.  Thank you for your trust in this exc...

COVID-19 WINTER PLAN - SUMMARY [23rd NOVEMBER 2020]

You can read the government's plan for managing COVID-19 through the winter here....

THE BIG NEWS IS MY ONLINE CLASS PORTAL IS NOW OPEN!

Volumes 1 and 2 - Coloured Pencil for Beginners - are now ready!There's masses of Downloads, and real time videos, with lifetime access and you'll get to join us in a private Facebook group for ongoing support! Joanne, Joanne Rowland Art...

DEALS AND GIFTS AT DERWENT MANOR

Our Black Friday deals will be going live on 27th November - watch our Facebook page for teasers, or if you are looking for a Christmas Gift, we have our new gift card website - just click here for more details.Irene, Derwent Manor Hotel by Best Western...

CLADWISE BATHROOMS - BOOK AN APPOINTMENT TODAY!

We’re a family-run business based in Team Valley, Gateshead and offer a superb, friendly and professional bathroom cladding and full bathroom refurbishments and fitting service. Our aim is to provide you with a bathroom that suits you perfectly. We consider your needs, your budget and the most up to date products available. e have a range of finance options to help you make sure you get the bathroom that meets your style, functionality and lifestyle needs.  For your FREE estimate, call in...

CHRISTMAS IS THE SEASON FOR COMFORT AND GLAMOUR!

Give someone you love the gift of a comfy bottom, with a waterproof sit-mat Perch from Jacwicks Designs, all glammed up in our beautiful Fabwrap. Available in 4 sizes there’s a Perch to suit all.  Choose from the small Pixy Perch for children and small adults, the popular Pocket Perch for one which fits in your pocket and weighs less than a mobile phone, to the larger Poly Perch for two.  There’s even a gorgeous cuddle fleece Pet Perch for your favourite furry friend.Wrap them up i...

BE A SALES SUPERSTAR WITH MOIRA

I have just sent out my latest newsletter and I must apologise - it doesn't contain one single salestip in there :)If you'd like to read what I did talk about and maybe sign up for other newsletters that might be more sales orientated please do sign up. This Thursday I start delivering a 4 week Sales Superstars training programme on behalf of NEL.  We have 17 local businesses taking part in this funded programme which will deliver 7 hours of face to face (virtual) sales training.  I’...

A BRAND NEW WEBSITE FOR BRENDA

Hi all & hope everyone is well.  I certainly have some news!  I’ve a shiny new website & a new smiley new photo (at last) which I’ve attached. Because there's not a 'one size fits all' solution to your planning I offer an hour of my time, free of charge, with no obligation, to discuss your individual requirements, during which I'll provide recommendations specifically for you. You might be unsure as to whether it's better to have an on-line or face-to-face meeting during the curren...

TOOMEY LEGAL EMBRACING THE PAST WITH AN EYE TO THE FUTURE

Toomey Legal has taken over Surveyors House in Cramlington Village, which is approximately 200 years old. The firm was founded in 2015 and has grown by 200 percent year on year, using lockdown to train staff and invest heavily in gaining qualifications for its team.Sue Toomey, founder of the practice commented, “The new building has a lot of character and it’s appropriate that we as property lawyers are in a surveyors house.“It’s a great place to be able to meet as a team and re-engage t...

JAMES IBBITSON - ALL TALK, NO WAFFLE

All Talk No Waffle is all about giving you clear and direct advice and guidance when it comes to your own video creation process.In this episode, we ask how often should you create videos?...

A WILL OR ESTATE PLANNING - WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

A will is an important but simple legal document that dictates who receives what from your assets when you die, ensuring that the right money goes to the right people, at the right time. Estate planning is so much more.  It's about protecting you and your beneficiaries for generations to come, from the unpredictable risks that can and all too frequently do occur, such as Care Fees, Inheritance Tax, Divorce, and Relationship Breakdowns. Protecting yourself and your family from all these scen...

THIS WEEKS TOP TIP FROM GILLIAN: DON'T OVERTHINK - JUST BREATHE!

This weeks top tip from Gillian: Don't overthink - just breathe! Please click here to visit Gillian's Facebook videos....

YOU CAN STILL GET TO KNOW OUR MEMBERS EVEN IF WE CAN'T MEET IN PERSON AT PRESENT

Our podcasts are a great way to get to know DBN Members.  We currently have podcasts on our website with DBN members Gary, Joanne Rowland, Ruth Jacobs, Mags Bradshaw, Rachel Locke, Moira Barnes and Matthew Glover. And in November / December we'll be publishing podcasts with: Allison DoreJan CookJames IbbitsonGreg O'ConnellGillian FortuneBernhard NausnerCharlotte TurnerRichard Holden MP We'd love YOU to record a podcast with us!  Please drop us a line if you would like to be added ...

DBN UPDATE (13th NOVEMBER 2020)

Welcome to our latest update with details of upcoming events, news from our members and some useful information for your business. We hope you’ll find it interesting.Our first DBN After Dark meeting was a big success judging by the feedback we've received. People joined in with candles, pumpkins, costumes and face paint and Tony Liddell told us suitably spooky tales. It was great fun and we will have more after dark events in 2021. We were also delighted to welcome Lisa Doctor and Kevin Brewer...

SME RECOVERY GRANTS AVAILABLE 17th/18th NOVEMBER

Businesses in Durham directly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic can still apply for revenue funding through the SME restart and recovery grant scheme.Revenue funding is yet to be fully allocated in Durham, which is why the Expression of Interest window for Durham-based business is reopening.Expressions of Interest from Durham-based businesses can be submitted from 10am on Tuesday, 17th November via the link below.The Expression of Interest window for Durham-based businesses will close at midn...

NEW NATIONAL RESTRICTIONS FROM THURSDAY, 5th NOVEMBER 2020

Information on the new national restrictions, including what they mean for working from home and business closures, why they are being introduced and the financial support available.  Published 31st October 2020.  Last updated 14th November 2020.From: Cabinet Office Remember - ‘Hands. Face. Space.’: hands - wash your hands regularly and for 20 secondsface - wear a face covering in indoor settings where social distancing may be difficult, and where you will come into contact wi...

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TIME TO PRESS THE RESET BUTTON?

Many businesses may be considering redundancies.  Take a look at our insight for ways of avoiding the big R.  Think about reduced hours, reduced salaries, retraining or even secondment.You can read more by clicking here....

BUSINESS DURHAM COVID-19 BUSINESS SUPPORT BROCHURE IS NOW AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD

This publication is an important resource to help reassure businesses that there is a raft of support available to them while illustrating that through Business Durham, Durham County Council is doing all we can, working with partners, to support them through this challenging time.The brochure guides businesses through the support they can access delivered by over 40 organisations, including DBN.  The brochure covers:Grants, Loans & EquityBusiness SupportDigital SupportInnovationSector Suppo...

A NEW WEBSITE FOR CENTURION COMPUTERS

We were chatting to Pamela Walton the other day and she told us that Centurion Computers have a brand new website aimed at making it easier for visitors to find the right services faster.  It looks great Pamela!Just click on here to check it out....

NEWS FROM KNITSLEY FARM SHOP

Following the announcement by the Prime Minister at the weekend, we just wanted to reassure our customers.  The SHOP (including butchery, deli, & cake counter!) will remain OPEN with trading hours as they have been from Tuesday to Saturday 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  We have plenty of stock with daily deliveries of fruit and veg, pies, breads and cakes made on site and well stocked cheese and preserves cabinets - we ask that you PLEASE DO NOT panic buy.  We make fresh every day on our ho...

ONLINE CLASSES SHOULD START TO GO LIVE IN NOVEMBER!

There's a free coloured pencil chart at JoanneRowlandArt.co.uk/Workshops where you can sign up to keep up to date.  I'm fully booked for Santy coming, and into January, so am booking from February onwards now.   There's also a form on the website to complete if you'd like to join a waiting list in case space becomes available. Have a fabby time, hopefully catch up soon. Joanne, Joanne Rowland Art...

GET YOUR CALENDAR WHILE YOU CAN!

That's all the pre order for the calendars packed up, and ready for a trip to the post office tomorrowI only have 16 left, so if you need one, you can get it here....

ANN ENGLISH - CREATE INTRIGUE

Last weekend was life changing. I attended Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi’s phenomenal 360 interactive live #WorldSummit2020 virtual event and created a VisualDoodle to capture Tony's inspirational ideas. If you look carefully at the #VisualDoodle, starting at the dot near the centre, you can follow the dotted line to map out Tony’s journey as he shared his story, knowledge and wisdom. I posted this in the private event group, inviting attendees to print it off or use as a screensaver, to a...