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Hi! My name is Lesley Anne Rubenstein-Pessok. We set up LAR Consultancy in 2008 to work with small to medium businesses, and start-ups. We especially like working with companies who are interested in becoming more efficient, who want to improve their revenue and profit, and/or to launch new products or services. We also help companies who want to enter new geographic markets. Why not contact us to see what we can do for you?

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Eating out is like playing Russian Roulette I often eat out in cafes and restaurants due to work-related travel and for socials. I have to...

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This week, NatWest Bank launched a female-only crowdfunding programme 'Back Her Business' for women thinking about starting-up a business in the UK. Why is this necessary? What are the benefits?

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Doing business in the UK? | LAR Consultancy

Anyone who has lived overseas, whether by birth, emigration, work or otherwise, will identify with how tough it is to move countries. Even if the language doesn't change, the culture does! Download this market entry booklet for advice and a laugh at doing business in the UK.

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8 quick tips on how to research a new industrial sector | LAR Consultancy Ltd

If you are in a certain industry, or looking to get into a new industrial sector, it is advisable to learn all you can about the sector. This article will provide several tips and questions to help you to research a new industrial sector. Questions you need to think aboutQuestions you might want to ask include who

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Want to become a great listener? Try active listening skills exercises!

To be a great listener, there needs to be nothing, and I mean nothing, going on in your mind. That’s not so easy when the person in front of you is speaking in a monotone, and without any animation. Try active listening skills exercises to improve your relationships at work, social circles and with your family!

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Want to improve your relationships?

Want to improve your relationships? You’re unlikely to say ‘no’, aren’t you?! Most of us are social animals and our lives revolve around relationships, whether the relationship is with our parents, children, spouse, colleagues, suppliers and, last but not least, our treasured clients. There are man

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In these trying times, with the uncertainty of Brexit and the demise of high street retailers, many jobs are being threatened. More people out of work means less buying power in the market place and increased knock-on effects for the whole economy. Making redundancy positive rather than negative, will be crucial.

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Giving a talk on the advantages of active listening on the Hispaniola, London Embankment this Wednesday didn’t feel like work. Great fun! (at R.S. Hispaniola) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq0KFBLgrlj/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=37rb37i2w4lv

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Ideas for new products occur often when we least expect them, when we’re walking the dog, weeding the garden, taking a shower or during a boring lecture.

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Getting past the gatekeeper isn't always easy as you probably know by now, or you wouldn't be reading this article! New recruits making sales via 'cold' sales calls often struggle to take their generic sales training and put it into practice.

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View a live cold call example, listen to the pitch, ask for a referral and get inspired

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Ever thought about surveying key clients to find out who did work for them that complements your products and/or services but doesn't compete with your company?

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If you came to me and asked me to help you to grow your business, the first thing I would ask is 'Can you define unique selling points for your business?'

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Marketing has changed in recent years – big time! It’s all about who you are and why you do what you are do. So here's 10 ways to raise your profile

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Don't make a new year resolution for your business! Make 12 instead, one for each month! By breaking them down into workable pieces, you'll actually get them done

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Here are some customer service do's and don'ts that I've noticed over recent months - and unfortunately, it appears to be cross corporate. There must be a company out there training sales teams and urging call centres to stick to a script, ensuring minimal accountability and responsibility.