So we all know that the world is in a pretty terrible financial state, largely due to a few greedy elitist bankers. OK, rant over, but we are where we are largely due to an endemic problem of unethical banking practices, and it’s no surprise that the banks in the UK least hit by the “credit crunch” are the one’s which haven’t dipped their toes in the shadier sides of corporate banking.

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So your reading this blog. That means you care about the environment. That means you probably already switch your office monitor off at night. However, what about the other monitors in your office, that your colleagues leave switched on?

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One of the easiest and most effective ways to advertise is by using promotional products. In fact, according to a 2008 survey done by the Advertising Specialties Institute (ASI) promotional products beat out all forms of TV, print and radio advertising as the most cost-effective advertising medium available. Here’s an eco-tip that will help your business, save you money, and save the planet: advertise with eco-friendly promotional items.

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If you have to do a tax return like me, then you might be able to keep all of your documentation electronic. For a business that is predominantly web-based, you can keep all electronic receipts in Portable Document Format (PDF) and save them on your computer. Depending on the tax system in your country, this could be a desirable way to keep records.

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Business is vital for any country’s economy, and it’s increasingly common for companies to turn over a new “green” leaf by employing green initiatives. In many cases, a greener business can save money! However, just by making small changes, any company can be just that little bit greener. A great place to start is with eco-friendly printed products. Printing usually involves processes that need lots of nasty chemicals, and that’s where green printing changes that.

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