Latest news from It Takes A City
The team says: read the latest updates from It Takes A City (ITAC) about the work of our amazing network of partners
Sawston Stadium announces sponsor
Cambridge City Football Club are pleased to announce Ely based communications, security and audio-visual company FWD-IP as the stadium sponsors for the club’s home in Sawston following the agreement of a 3-year deal. The stadium will now be known as the FWD-IP Community Stadium.
Power in partnership
The story of how Crossways provided safety and dignity for our homeless neighbours throughout the winter.
The strange psychology of public speaking
Simon Hall says: It’s perfectly normal to have quirks which help you perform when you're giving a presentation, and here’s a confession about mine... (albeit very odd!)
Bootcamp's back for 2022! Join Sookio for a week of remote work experience
Sookio Bootcamp is back for the third year running! The team says: Join our week of virtual work experience and learn valuable skills that will help you build a rewarding career in marketing.
US2U Consulting E-news - July 2022
US2U Consulting's latest e-newsletter is out now.
Highlighting partnerships - Bay Tree VA and 42 Technology
Dr Jon Spratley, CEO of 42 Technology, looks back on his partnership with Bay Tree VA, and says:
Breakfast or Hotel Bar?
WaveFX says: So, after two years adapting to virtual and hybrid events from the studio and breakfast bar we’re happily back on the road. This week the WaveFX stream team produced and filmed webcasts and live events from conference hotels and venues across the UK, Sweden and Greece.
Memorable midpoints in public speaking and presentations
The halfway point of a talk or presentation is the most dangerous for losing your audience, but a simple yet cunning trick can transform all that…
Prism advise on merger of two local creative digital agencies
Prism Corporate Broking team says: We are delighted to announce that expert advice and guidance from the Prism Corporate Broking team has led to the successful merger of two local leading creative companies, KISS Communications Limited and Isle Interactive Limited.
Charity’s first Newmarket Race Day raises more than £40,000 to fund a psychologist for children with brain tumours
A children’s charity’s first ever race day at Newmarket Racecourse has raised more than £40,000 to fund a psychologist for families faced with a brain tumour.
Conscious Communications gives Cambridgeshire County Day the Royal treatment
Cambridge-based public relations and marketing agency, Conscious Communications, dedicated over 730 hours of pro-bono support to deliver the first ever Cambridgeshire County Day, which was the county’s largest Platinum Jubilee celebration, with over 6,000 people in attendance, including the Duke and Duchess of Cambridgeshire.
It might be time for an IT network audit?
If your IT infrastructure can’t keep up with your school or business’s growth, or is not able to adapt to new requirements, it’s going to hold you back. It is time to do an IT Network Audit.
The long and short of interview answers
Facing an interview? This is the best strategy for dealing with questions you like, and questions that you don’t…
Breathe Technology says: Be wary of free security apps
Just because a free security app is popular doesn’t mean it’s safe.
Magic moments of public speaking
If you’re giving a talk, presenting, or teaching, making sure to include magic moments can make your performance truly memorable…
Are you one of the 8%? (Statistically, probably not…)
Adaptability is one of the skills employers say they need the most, but it’s the one they invest in the least – despite it being the skill employees possess the least.
Don’t get left behind on your current phone system – now is the time to jump to the future
If you've been considering switching from your current phone system to a cloud telephony solution, now is the time to do it.
An important update on fit notes from employees
Just when you feel you’ve got fit notes all figured out, there is a change coming that needs your attention.
Exciting times ahead for Granite 5 as they reveal new look and new team
The Granite 5 teams says: The pandemic was a time of learning for all of us. It has given the world a chance to reflect, and the opportunity to make positive changes. Cambridge based digital marketing agency, Granite 5 has taken stock of its 22 years of experience and has come back refreshed and more vibrant than ever, with a new brand, a new website, some exciting new team members and a new base…
The Confidence Potion
Jon Torrens says: confidence is highly desirable. Here are a few thoughts about what I think it really is and how to achieve it.
The lovely legacy thing
A big part of life is doing your bit to make a difference, because you never know when your efforts will repay you in moving style…
Fix it before it’s broken
There’s a general principle in life that we adhere to.
CNN profiles CAMFED's Angeline Murimirwa in Changemakers series
CNN's African Voices Changemakers highlights the leadership of Angeline (Angie) Murimirwa, CAMFED’s Executive Director – Africa.
The Enterprise Centre, supporting the local business community
Would some form of a base in Norwich be useful for your company? Do you have colleagues who are Norfolk based and are finding continually working from home difficult, perhaps? Now could not be a better time to join our friendly and supportive community.