Businesses love to claim that their products or services have a definite USP. That there’s something that unmistakably makes them better than what their competitors offer. In reality, that’s often not the case. In many fields there are a huge number of firms which offer the same service to customers and clients.
Those companies still want to develop a competitive advantage over their rivals. They still need to show clients that they are the firm that should be trusted with their custom. That begs the question of how they can develop a competitive advantage. They can’t, after all...
Cooking is one of Britain’s favourite pastimes – we share pictures online, make food for our friends and family and consume cooking content at an astronomical rate. However, the UK still throws away an average £494 million worth of food each week, reveals research from recipe box company Gousto.
In an era where it seems like every possible step is taken to be environmentally and financially friendly, just under a third (31%) of Brits are concerned by the amount of food they waste. Half of Brits (50%) who are concerned about food waste say it’s because of the financial impacts, a...
People in Devon are being encouraged to get active this May and take steps towards a more naturally healthy lifestyle.
Enjoying Devon’s beautiful environment can have huge benefits for your wellbeing. There are lots of ways you can get involved; going for a wild swim, walk, cycle ride or just being somewhere outdoors where you feel happy!
Devon’s Local Nature Partnership (DLNP) is hoping that many of us will feel inspired to take advantage of the opportunities on offer around the county and reduce time we spend in the doctors waiting room!
It is vital to seek help if you are struggling with addiction, and fear of sacrificing your lifestyle can be a big inhibitor.
However, there are plenty of luxury rehab options in the sunny and beachfront states of Florida and California.
These provide not only top of the line, effective treatment, but they also ensure you are not missing anything from your regular life.
From alternative, holistic addiction treatment options to the optional add-ons for a luxe experience, it is possible to hit the "reset" button in complete bliss at these beautiful rehab facilities...
We are holding a Forces/Services Charity Fun Day at Exeter Saracens RFC which is raising funds for two charities (Pawsome Pensions & Purple Poppy). Our theme is Dress Up Rugby and we have our senior team who will be playing against teams from the forces and services, all wearing a dress along with other side events such as a fun run, and tug of war contest. We have a military band coming and the Cold Stream Guards are bringing a climbing wall. Lots of stalls, bouncy castles and rugby rodeo.
It may often be the smallest room in the house, but the average person spends 1.5 years of their life in the bathroom.
And many people see their bathroom as a sanctuary where they can enjoy some precious solo time . It's also where we go to wash away our troubles or prepare for a busy day ahead.
As such, when you're updating your new home , it's vital to select bathroom accessories that make your life easier and more comfortable.
Here are some of the top bathroom must-haves that you shouldn't be without.
To mark 100 years of the Forestry Commission, this year’s Devon County Show is implementing several initiatives to celebrate this milestone in the Commission’s rich history, including a hunt to find Devon’s best loved tree.
The initiative has been introduced by Sir Harry Studholme Bt DL, the Commission’s Chairman as well as the Devon County Agricultural Association’s new President. ‘Devon is well known for its woodland heritage" said Sir Harry. ‘The Forestry Commission also has its roots in Devon, where the first ever trees, that kicked off a more than doubling of the forest area...
Luxury housing estate developer, Burrington Estates, made clear its intention to build on a St Leonard’s playing field on Wednesday.
Surprising local residents, it placed large signs advertising its “Homes of Distinction” around the field, opposite the main road junctions.
The playing field is currently owned by the Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education but Burrington Estates were granted an option to purchase it in January. The sale is part of the school’s move to new premises in Exmouth and its site to the south of the Topsham Road has already been granted planning...
KEEN and amateur walkers from Devon are being invited to take advantage of a free footwear fitting service being offered as part of a national Healthy Feet Month (April 2019).
Taunton Leisure, which is on Fore Street in Exeter, is supporting the April event, which is run by the College of Podiatry, by offering complimentary boot fittings daily during normal opening hours.
Store Manager, Nick Baron, who is a keen climber, explained: “Healthy Feet Month highlights the importance of correctly fitted shoes for all activities and hobbies, so we can all put our best foot forward...
THE TEAM working for a leading care provider in south Devon is being incentivised to encourage friends and family to join the company in a carer’s role (April 2019).
Guardian Homecare employees from Exeter and Torbay are being invited to recommend-a-friend to become a colleague in return for a £200 high street voucher to spend as they wish.
Katie Jewell, Regional Manager for Guardian Homecare, which has Exeter and Brixham branches, said: “We value the opinions of our team members and, as they have insider knowledge of our work and everything it involves, and the attributes...
