Article by Paul Durrant, proprietor of #ORBMember company PDT Sales Consultancy. As with anything in life, when you take a more minded approach to a task then things become a whole lot easier but what was does being more minded or, indeed, mindfulness actually mean? Mindfulness is essentially a translation of sati, a word from Buddhist texts – which basically means ‘awareness’. This translation has two distinct definitions: Achieving a mental state of awareness by focusing on the present momentBeing in a state of mind whereby one is conscious or aware of something These two definitions are closely matched but mindfulness can, in general, be summarised as ‘being conscious and more considered about a specific situation or moment’. Mindful sales is therefore about being more conscious about the person you are selling to and focusing on their specific needs and buying motives. It is also about being more considered ...

Photo: Pexels Employment laws encompass everything from detailed employment contracts to a wide range of statutory rights, including equal pay, participation in trade union activities, and flexible working arrangements. All of this means that workers’ rights are human rights and should be prioritised as such. Every employee has the right to safety, health, and happiness in the workplace. Creating an environment with rules that protect these rights doesn’t only benefit employees, but also employers. Access to healthcare is one case in point, as here on the Organisation for Responsible Businesses we noted how it improves retention. Plus, it's no secret that employees who become ill often are detrimental to the productivity of the company. Negative effects like this can be avoided if the company provides benefits such as private healthcare, and implements proper regulations, such as reasonable working hours. Businesses are also liable for the safety of their employees. Ensuring that the working environment is ...

The Rushlight Summer Showcase takes place on Thursday 20 June 2019 at the Victory Services Club, 63-79 Seymour Street, London, W2 2HF.  It is THE marketplace that brings together cleantech developers and sustainable solution providers, with investors & financiers and businesses looking to source suppliers and partners for an improved level of sustainability in their supply chain and operations. Kindly lead sponsored by Innovate UK and supported by BEIS, with sponsorship also from Venner Shipley and Flanders Investment & Trade, it follows on from the highly successful Rushlight Show which has just had its 10th year and attracted over 500 cleantech CEOs and entrepreneurs, investors and financiers, advisers, corporate customers and others involved in the sector. TO REGISTER AND PAY ONLINE CLICK HERE ; TO REGISTER AND REQUEST AN INVOICE PLEASE EMAIL SALES@EVENTUREMEDIA.CO.UK ; and for more details of the event please go to https://www.rushlightevents.com/rushlight-summer-showcase/. Cleantech companies can apply for one of the ...

We are delighted that we have been able to dramatically reduce ORB membership rates – not as a short-term special offer but permanently. And, of course, not just to new members but to existing members too. The starting point for ORB membership is now only £35 per annum, down from £120 per annum plus VAT. * The New Business rates are for businesses that have been established for less than 18 months. The special rate will apply for the first year, thereafter membership will automatically revert to the relevant rate. At this point, it is important to explain WHY we have made this decision, and HOW we are able to do so. Ensuring ORB membership is affordable Ensuring membership is affordable for all businesses, especially sole traders and start-ups, is the underlying reason for the change. Whilst our rates were never expensive, we know only ...

Vicky Kelly of Butterfly Effect Coaching is an experienced and well-respected coach and trainer. But in 2016/17 she went through quite a transition. On a personal level, Vicky held very strong values and ethics and felt that, although she was undoubtedly delivering a first-class business consultancy, she wanted to bring this focus into the training and coaching she was delivering. Vicky changed her business model and, as part of that process, also registered as an #ORBmember. Vicky covers a broad range of topics in her coaching and training, one of which is Employee Well-being. But as you will see from her article below, she has a very different approach to this important topic. Nobody would argue that employee wellbeing isn’t an important topic.  However, what you may argue on is the best approach to looking after your employees, and what is required for ...