

Creating an Eco-Friendly Funeral Piece
Florist Liz Dawes explains how she approached a customer request for a plastic-free funeral piece.
Liz Dawes
2 days ago2 min read


International Women’s Day – a Unique Sales Opportunity
Tuesday 8th March is International Women’s Day and a great marketing opportunity to generate more business.

Jackie Whittaker
Feb 263 min read


Social Media Marketing: Week 2 - Branding Your Channels
Week two in our series of easy-to-follow vlogs which will take you through the basics of using social media marketing to promote...

Avocado Social
Feb 131 min read


Handling Customer Complaints
Take back control and help turn a negative situation into a positive customer experience with our 10 steps to successful...

Jackie Whittaker
Jan 163 min read


Step-by-step: Hiring an Apprentice
We’ve put together a simple checklist that you’ll need to follow to hire an apprentice, from choosing the apprenticeship to signing the...

Federation of Small Businesses
Aug 12, 20243 min read


Selling Skills - The Power of Words
Reconsider your language and it could make all the difference to sales.
Florist Trainer
Sep 5, 20232 min read


How to Create a Google Business Account
Google Business is a great way to promote your floristry business. Learn how to make the most of it here.

Lauren Hackett
Apr 26, 20236 min read


The Best Websites for Royalty-Free Stock Images
Find out why using royalty-free stock images can be useful and where to find the best selection.

Lauren Hackett
Mar 28, 20234 min read


Social Media Marketing: Christmas Special
In this Seasonal instalment, we'll be discussing practical ways in which you can promote your products, attract new audiences and spread so

Avocado Social
Nov 27, 20221 min read


Planning and Creating Large Floral Installations
Leading floral industry consultant Karen Barnes offers top tips on making floral installations successful and profitable.

Karen Barnes
Nov 4, 20224 min read


BRC's Energy Saving Checklist for Retailers
Woried about the impact the energy crisis could have on your retail business? The BRC have prepared a handy guide on measures you could take

Nicole Moore
Sep 5, 20222 min read


Parties and Picnics
No party should be without flowers, so get creative and start promoting your floral centrepieces and tablescapes!

Su Whale
Jul 15, 20222 min read


Save Money & Save The Planet!
As a small business it is easy to think what we do does not make a significant difference, or that environmental issues....

Eco Flower Supplies
Jul 12, 20224 min read


Health Assured: Eradicating racial discrimination in the workplace
One in eight of the UK's working population are from ethnic minorities. Despite government legislation and increased education about racism,

Nicole Moore
Apr 6, 20223 min read


"How Can I Help You?" - Putting customers at the heart of your business
Let’s take a familiar analogy, that of creating a bouquet, to explore some key steps that will support you to engage, serve & keep customers

Catherine Jane Kirk
Apr 5, 20221 min read