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When to speak up and when to stay silent In today’s hyper-connected world, the lines between personal and professional lives are increasingly blurred. This leaves many business owners, particularly those building personal brands, grappling with a crucial question: Should I share my personal views in my business? The answer, as with most things, isn’t a …

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On 4 March 2025, we gathered at the charming Three Ways House in Mickleton for our monthly Cotswolds Huddle, a networking event that brings together businesses from across the region. 60 of us were huddled up on this sunny first Tuesday of March and we had a fabulous time. The hotel, renowned for its Pudding …

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Drive growth, engage customers and boost your local presence with All Things Web® Implementing proven marketing strategies for hospitality and leisure businesses ∙ Running a hospitality or leisure business in the Cotswolds means you’re part of one of the UK’s most sought-after destinations… and who wouldn’t want to be? Let’s face it we are based …

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Jilly Drywood of The Tall Trees Celebrant is passionate about more than just crafting memorable ceremonies; she’s dedicated to sustainability. She wrote the Guide To Eco-Friendly Weddings in the Cotswolds, a great article, for our Cotswolds Weddings. So here, we’ve adapted her advice to support businesses interested in hosting sustainable events. Recognising that eco-conscious event …

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Priscilla Pollara, founder of Top Trick, is bringing her expertise in public relations to the Cotswolds with a new course hosted at the stunning Blackwell Grange. This exciting development comes after Didi and William Vernon Miller, the owners of Blackwell Grange, attended one of Priscilla’s workshops last autumn and were inspired to bring the masterclass …

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Is the collective noun for a group of brilliant people ‘A Huddle’? If it isn’t, it definitely should be!* Since 2013, our Cotswolds Huddle has been bringing together the brilliant people of the Cotswold business community in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, networking and creating business friendships across industries and areas. While the venue and …

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This simple yet powerful statement encapsulates the essence of Lorentz Gullachsen’s photography. With a wealth of experience garnered from travelling the globe and working with well-known celebrities as well as renowned automotive, travel, pharmaceutical, and food and drink brands, Lorentz brings a unique perspective and a mastery of his craft to every project. Specialising in …

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The Whole Man Academy, founded by Anthony Astbury in 2018, is a movement dedicated to helping growth-focused men reignite their inner drive and achieve their full potential. Recognising the challenges faced by professional men in today’s world, the Academy provides practical tools and a supportive community to help them overcome what Astbury calls “Silent Struggles” …

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You’ve poured your heart and soul (and likely a significant budget) into planning the perfect business event. From meticulously crafted agendas to carefully curated networking opportunities, you’ve thought of everything. But what about capturing the event’s energy, the key moments, and the overall impact? This is where the power of professional photography comes into play, …

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For businesses, hotels, venues, and holiday property owners, high-quality photography is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. But, as Rupert Marlow from Three Pin Media advises, simply having any photos isn’t enough. To truly stand out, you need a strategic approach that combines the reliability of traditional photography with the captivating allure of artistic angles. A …

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