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Thought about writing a book? Stop making excuses!

One of my tasks for this week is to set up a newsletter for my business book group (I was tempted to call it Books & Newsletter!)

As part of this, for people interested in writing a book, I've put together a free PDF guide - Stop Making Excuses & Star

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4 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Apr 2

Started planning for 2024?

Have you started planning for 2024? How far ahead do you usually plan?

While these days, most people will associate me more with my book related activities - my main work (which pays my bills!) is developing software products!

Including my planning sof

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4 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Oct 11, 2023

Book themed networking!

Can't believe it's June already, and time for the Summer Books & Networking meeting at the end of the month...

Wednesday 28th June, 10:20am-12:00pm

Our guest speaker is Andrew Smith, talking about his new book "Cows, Not Cow".

Business networking with a

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5 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Jun 20, 2023

Have you started planning for 2023?

While in Aberdeen I'm mostly known for my book related activities, my main business is actually developing software products!

This past week I've been updating details for my planning software, e.g. updating my website, putting together graphics, etc.

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7 Replies · Reply by Andrew Smith Oct 12, 2022

Book themed business networking - June 2022!

Are you attending next month's Books & Networking?

Tuesday 7th June, 10:30am-12:00pm

This will be the final Books & Networking before taking a break for a few months over the Summer holidays!

One of my favourite parts of previous Books & Networking meet

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2 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman May 3, 2022

Next Books & Networking Meeting - 19th April 2022!

Next month's Books & Networking meeting will be on Tuesday 19th April!

Meet other business owners, network and discuss the books you are currently reading.

If you'd like to check out the books everyone recommended at last week's meeting, check out my b

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4 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Apr 12, 2022

Next Books & Networking Meeting on 8th March!

The next Books & Networking meeting is on Tuesday 8th March.

An opportunity to meet other business owners, network and discuss the books you are currently reading.

This is a hybrid event - there is still a limited number of in-person spaces available,

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7 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Feb 24, 2022

Returning to working from home?

Following government announcements this past week, are you returning to working from home?

While most people on here probably know me for my book group, I'm also the developer of a range of software products, that are ideal for getting set up for work

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2 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Dec 17, 2021

Great opportunity for new or recent start up businesses - Don't miss out!

Turn your idea into a viable business through the RGU Regional Startup Accelerator Programme offering training, mentorship, incubation space and opportunities for funding.

Are you thinking about starting a new business based in Aberdeen city or Aberd

Started by Mark Hay in Aberdeen Business, Member to Member Promotion, and Promotions & Services

1 Reply · Reply by Jessie Crawley Nov 26, 2021

Favourite books to read to help with business networking

Ahead of the first Books & Networking meeting on Thursday (still 3 spaces left if you'd like to come along!) - and the return of face-to-face networking in general - I've put together a blog post rounding up my favourite books for anyone looking for

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4 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Oct 26, 2021

Which book have you re-read the most?

It's a month until the first Books & Networking meeting - with the first one on Thursday 28th October between 10:30am-12:00pm.

Thank you to everyone who has got their ticket so far.

It would be great to see you there - get your ticket from EventBrite a

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Read business/personal development books? New networking event!

Postponed from last year, I've now started organising the Books & Networking meetings again.

First one will be on Thursday 28th October, between 10:30am-12:00pm

An opportunity to network, meet other business owners and discuss the books you are current

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7 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Oct 17, 2021

Looking for recommendations for meeting rooms for hire in Aberdeen

I'm organising my Books & Networking meetings as restrictions ease (postponed from last year). An opportunity for business owners to network, meet each other, share knowledge and of course discuss the books they are currently reading.

Let me know if y

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5 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman Aug 10, 2021

What do you find frustrating with modern technology?

What parts of modern technology to do you find the most frustrating?

Hearing of people's frutrations with Windows 10 inspired me to create my application launcher (PittLaunch) a few years ago - and I released a new version this week!

All the applicatio

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Writing a book? My new book can help!

Considering writing a book?

I've just released my new book - from getting started writing to self publishing and release, my book will guide you through each step of the process.

Much of what is covered originally appeared as blog posts, and answers ma

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7 Replies · Reply by Andrew Smith May 12, 2021

Where do you buy business books?

With shops reopening today, I came up with the idea for this post:

Where do you buy your non-fiction, business or personal development books?

Do you like browsing Waterstones, searching through charity shops or shopping on Amazon?

Writing this post also

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8 Replies · Reply by Simon Pittman May 4, 2021

What do you have planned for 2021?

How is everyone getting on with planning for 2021?

Do you have any new year resolutions, goals or things you would like to achieve?

While there may still be some uncertainty in 2021, it is still worth putting a plan together, or a list of things you wo

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7 Replies · Reply by Andrew Smith Dec 4, 2020

My other Facebook group!

I've mentioned by book group on Facebook quite a lot (do join if you like reading business or personal development books)!

I have another Facebook group too - its for anyone involved with a club, charity or volunteering - a place to connect, share ide

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1 Reply · Reply by Hannah Reynolds Oct 29, 2020

Managing your tax and National insurance if you go Self Employed

Making a move into self employment?

This article from the Chartered Institute of Tax (CIOT) gives some tips on how to manage your tax and national insurance.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mark-hay-01bb8826_newly-self-employed-check-out-our-top-10-acti

Started by Mark Hay in Aberdeen Business

2 Replies · Reply by Mark Hay Aug 21, 2020

How to manage your accounts in a small business

How should you manage your accounts in your startup or small business? It’s a common question that we help clients with all the time.

The good news is that even if you’re not a financial whizz, you can still do plenty to help yourself and your small b

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small business (22)

Thought about writing a book? Stop making excuses!

Started planning for 2024?

Book themed networking!

Have you started planning for 2023?

Book themed business networking - June 2022!

Next Books & Networking Meeting - 19th April 2022!

Next Books & Networking Meeting on 8th March!

Returning to working from home?

Great opportunity for new or recent start up businesses - Don't miss out!

Favourite books to read to help with business networking

Which book have you re-read the most?

Read business/personal development books? New networking event!

Looking for recommendations for meeting rooms for hire in Aberdeen

What do you find frustrating with modern technology?

Writing a book? My new book can help!

Where do you buy business books?

What do you have planned for 2021?

My other Facebook group!

Managing your tax and National insurance if you go Self Employed

How to manage your accounts in a small business

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