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How to Find Investors for Your Business: A Comprehensive Guide

Finding investors is not just about asking for money; it’s about building relationships, offering value, and asking for advice. Start by crafting a solid business plan, network on the right platforms, and collaborate with University Professors to gain expertise and credibility. When approaching investors, focus on building trust and demonstrating your commitment to growing your business. Remember, the right investors will not only provide financial support but will also help guide your business towards success.

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The Harsh Reality of Job Hunting in Today’s Economy

Job hunting and running a business share a common struggle; despite effort, visibility, and determination, opportunities remain scarce. The case of Joe Emery highlights the reality that many people face: endless applications, countless rejections, and a system that seems blind to the human toll of unemployment. Businesses, particularly disabled entrepreneurs, mirror this struggle, working tirelessly yet seeing minimal returns.

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How to Start a Business From Scratch

There has never been a more empowering time to start a business from scratch, especially if you are long-term unemployed, disabled, or seeking independence from a system that doesn’t always serve you. With government policy actively encouraging people to return to work, including those who face barriers due to disability or health, starting your own business can be a powerful, self-directed solution. You gain not only control over your income and routine but also protection from benefit sanctions, while still receiving financial support as you build your dream from the ground up.

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Disability and Poverty: Breaking the Cycle of Inequality

Disability and poverty are deeply intertwined, and when they co-exist, the barriers multiply. Families with disabled children are more likely to experience financial hardship, social exclusion, and mental health challenges, yet they often receive the least support. According to recent research, including findings from The Childhood Trust, the cost of living crisis has placed even more strain on already stretched services, making it harder for social workers to meet the needs of families with disabled children.

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Researching Poverty and Vulnerability

To truly support vulnerable families, we must see poverty for what it is—a pervasive risk factor that influences every other domain of a child’s life. More than just economic deprivation, poverty reduces access to opportunity, stability, and wellbeing. Investing in early intervention, social work training, disability inclusion, and long-term support for care leavers and young carers is essential.

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Incentive Suggestions to Support Employment and Entrepreneurship

Government Incentives to Support Employment and Entrepreneurship for Disabled Individuals and Those Lacking Experience. The UK government has long recognized the need to create a fair and inclusive job market. However, many businesses hesitate to employ individuals with disabilities or those with limited experience due to perceived risks or costs. To bridge this gap, several incentives could be introduced or expanded to encourage businesses to take on such employees.

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When Universal Credit Makes You Feel Worthless

Navigating Universal Credit (UC) is challenging enough, but the added stigma and lack of empathy from government staff can leave you questioning your very identity. For many, the pursuit of building a better life through entrepreneurship or fulfilling roles as carers is met not with support, but with scrutiny. It’s a system that often feels designed to make you doubt your capabilities and worth, a dynamic that erodes confidence and fosters resentment.

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Ideas To Boosting the UK Economy

The UK faces economic challenges that demand innovative solutions. Politicians like Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer have an opportunity to craft policies that not only address the fiscal black hole but also foster fairness and inclusivity. Here are some actionable ideas to stimulate economic growth while tackling systemic issues.