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Internal consumption drives the German economy rather than export based alone. The financial crisis first affects the real economy, jobs then moves on to public finances.

The importance of EU is invisible when things go well but becomes visible when things start going wrong. A danger is building with the financial crisis. Germany used to consider things from 16 state perspective rather than worldwide view like the UK.

State debt bubble has come about with many debts building up in the Eurozone ...

1. The power of thought and taking action

2. Good people doing good things

3. Tapping into corporate responsibility

One can only be truly happy when one does exactly what they want to do. Inspiration and being inspired is where we should start rather than focussing on just success. Most inspirational people sort to serve other people, service with humanity. If you do something in the spirit of others you will become inspirational and successful.

It is fundamental like food and shelter. In serving ...

Growth can’t be obtained by price alone; rather innovation with the creative sector is extremely important. The standard of living that Europeans have become accustomed too might not be maintained. A projected view of the creative is needed and should be the key component in business.

What is a creative business? Is a business run by creatives, a business run in a creative way, a business with a creative product, or all of the above?

A creative business should challenge old ways ...

The nations of Brazil, Russia, India, and China are referred to as BRICS nations where growth is strong and ambitions are high. Goldman Sachs first coined the terms and predicted those BRIC economies to be global leaders in 40 years time. With the global economic slowdown affecting the UK, answers need to be found elsewhere.

This event brought together important thinkers to tackle the question as to whether the BRICS will save the UKs economy.

Lord Desai, British economist and Labour peer ...

On the one hand, some people have been accused of justifying mindless violence as they attempt to understand why people took to the streets and destroyed their own neighbourhoods.

Others are understandably calling for tougher sentences as if a six months custodial sentence for stealing some water is not enough punishment. There is even talk of using water canon and live rounds if any future disturbances occur.

What should not be forgotten was the complete range of the riots and the different ...

What would a vision of a good society look like?

Peaceful, crime free, sense of community, uncorrupted, egalitarian, economically sensitive, and multicultural with all people living together.

Is it really ridiculous to desire these aspirations?

All around the world people are becoming poorer in places like India, US and the UK.

The globalised and borderless nature of new problems that government have no handle on including climate, economic, terrorism, etc.

The disenchantment with politics and the system has risen. Alienation from politics, each other and ...

The secrets of successful bargaining

Before bargaining begins:

For buyers

• Research what you are buying, where and who it can be brought from, and at what price
• How much can I afford to pay
• Am I looking for the lowest price or are there any other factors
• Will the seller compromise

For sellers

• What price am I willing to sell at
• Factors other than price which are important
• Persuade the buyer to buy at the highest price
• What other services can I offer

The bargaining process:

1. Establishing criteria – each party explains what ...
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Build you business with an online community

Five websites for online support and advice for SMEs

www.berr.gov.uk – the website of the UK Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory reform. Complete with business news, support, sector information, a valuable resource for SME owners

www.businesslink.gov.uk – your first online port of call: a free business advice and support service, with advice on employees and topics such as taxation and payroll and addressing issues relevant to your business

www.hmrc.gov.uk – essential information for ...

Digital tribes

What type of digital tribe do you belong to?

As the digital switch over draws ever near, the rush in offline activities to get people online will have to be held to account. For people of my generation, doing things digitally seems so natural, whereas my previous counterparts seem to be getting left behind. Let’s hope that future generations work harder at including those left on the margins.

All is not lost. Today we can understand which category people fall into ...

Money – we all need it right now and it’s not funny!

Here are some useful tips on how you could save some money from now on.

1. Freebies: how to get almost anything for nothing

Entertainment

http://www.visitlondon.com/attractions/culture/free-entertainment-in-london

http://www.theatrenet.com/events/concerts.php

http://www.londontown.com/London/Free-Entertainment-in-London

Travelling

http://matadornetwork.com/change/10-volunteer-opportunities-for-free-travel/

Eating out

http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/deals/cheap-restaurant-deals

http://www.myvouchercodes.co.uk/printable-restaurant-vouchers

Magazines and newspapers

http://www.allyoucanread.com/

1. How to buy a home for less

Find bargain-priced repossessions

http://www.lawpack.co.uk/landlord-and-tenancy/property-guides/articles/article2027.asp

http://www.profitdata.co.uk/page_943038.html

1. How to find cheaper and better holidays

Late holiday bargains

http://www.travelsupermarket.com/c/holidays/last-minute/

http://www.latedeals.co.uk/

http://www.cheapholidaybargains.co.uk/

1. Second-hand savings on executive cars

Ex hire cars

http://www.vehiclerentalservices.co.uk/rental_vehicle_manufacturers.htm

http://www.tescocars.com/?utm_source=webpage&utm_medium=robertsite&utm_campaign=comparecontracthire%0A

1. 10 tips to cut your electricity bill by 20 ...
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