Small Business Geek

20/01/2026

Interested in whether a virtual assistant could offer benefits for your business? Check out our latest blog to find out!
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22/12/2025

We will close at the end of today [Monday 22 Dec] for the festive period, reopening on Monday 5 January. Sending wishes for a peaceful and relaxing Christmas to all of our followers. Looking forward to all the adventures to come in 2026!

16/12/2025

Our monthly Wivenhoe and Colchester networking sessions are taking a pause. We will be making a few changes to how the sessions run in the new year. Watch this space for news of the new format coming in 2026!

06/11/2025

Our Wivenhoe networking group has switched to a new venue - the fantastic Barrells of Wivenhoe!
Join us this Friday [7 November] and in fact on the first Friday of every month from 10am to 11.30am at 33 High St, Wivenhoe, Colchester CO7 9BE.
The session is free to attend with a free car park nearby.

17/09/2025

Please note our monthly Colchester networking event planned for Monday 22 September has been cancelled. The next Colchester session will take place on Monday 27 October.
Alternatively, come along to our next Wivenhoe networking event which will take place on Friday 3 October.
Both our Colchester and Wivenhoe slots run from 10.30am to 11.30am and are free to attend, giving you the chance to connect with fellow small business owners in a friendly environment.
Whether you have a well-established business or are just starting out, our sessions are designed to help you expand your network, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections within the local business community.
As well as time for group discussion there is also the chance for mixed networking.
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and collaborate with like-minded individuals.
Colchester networking
Where: The Harvester, 186 London Road, Colchester CO3 8NZ
On: The fourth Monday of each month
Time: 10.30am to 11.30am
Wivenhoe networking
Where: The Rose and Crown, The Quay, Wivenhoe, CO7 9BX
On: The first Friday of the month
Time: 10.30am to 11.30am.

29/08/2025

"...research shows that the old adage is true: Fortune favors the brave, not the cautious."

Research has shown that fortune favors the bold, not the cautious. But in volatile and uncertain times, many leaders hesitate to act, and others simply freeze up. The question is, Can bravery be acquired? In this article an HBS professor who has done extensive research on the subject argues that eve...

28/08/2025

Whether you feel overwhelmed by day-to-day tasks or need help to develop your vision for the future, Small Business Geek has the answer. We're here to take the strain, so you can concentrate on the parts of your business where you excel.
From admin support to marketing, website development to business strategy support, our flexible approach means you can access the exact level of service you need for your business. Get in touch to find out more.

27/08/2025

"The study, based on a survey of 1,000 self-employed people, found that only 20% contribute to a pension, compared to 78% of employees."

Think tank calls for HMRC and financial firms to deliver targeted nudges to boost self-employed pension saving, as only 20% contribute compared to 78% of employees.

26/08/2025

Feel like you're making slow progress? Our 1:1 small business surgeries can help you identify how to move forward with confidence. Call us today to discuss your needs.

25/08/2025

It's Bank Holiday Monday so our offices will be closed today. Are you taking a break for the Bank Holiday too?

22/08/2025

Are you having a hard time getting to grips with your Wix website? We can help.
Book our 1:1 masterclass and we will walk you through the basics, from how to amend and load content to exploring any technical issues you are having with your site.
The one hour session will take place at our Colchester base, and will help you feel more confident maintaining your Wix website in the future. Get in touch today to book your slot.

21/08/2025

Our one-hour time management sessions are designed to help you get the most from your day.
Held on a one-to-one basis, the personalised sessions will explore areas such as diary planning, ways to prioritise your workload and whether tasks can be simplified to free up your time. Follow-up actions will be provided to help you adopt all of the helpful changes identified.
Get in touch to find out more.