Beyond Busy: Boosting Productivity and Growth for Small Business
Insights and proven strategies for supporting productivity and growth in small business.
Produced by Exemplas and Leeds Beckett University, this six-episode podcast delivers practical, research-backed insights for policymakers, commissioners and SMEs. Drawing on data from over 600 SME engagements and three years of collaboration between Exemplas and Leeds Beckett University, each quick-digest episode translates proven strategies into actionable tips to boost productivity and drive sustainable growth. The series also helps commissioners make informed, evidence-based decisions to support effective SME investment and policy planning.
Beyond Busy: Boosting Productivity and Growth for Small Business
Productivity Principles
Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond Busy: Boosting Productivity and Growth for Small Business with your hosts Dr Ollie Jones and Martin Coats.
In this episode, we talk about what productivity really means for small businesses and why it matters. Forget the early mornings and fancy routines, this is about understanding how your business works so you can make it work better, be more productive and grow.
We explain:
● What productivity is (and what it isn’t)
● Why it’s important for profit and growth
● Where to start if you want to measure and improve it
● Real tips from working with over 250 businesses through the Business Productivity Service in West Yorkshire
Whether you’re a business owner or a policymaker interested in business support and economic development, this episode is for you.
For a deeper dive into the topics covered by our podcast series, explore the full Insight Papers, available now for more information and context.
Commissioning bodies and funders seeking more information are invited to contact Rob Sale of Exemplas directly, we’d be happy to discuss further! You can contact Rob via RobS@exemplas.com or by visiting the contact page at www.exemplas.com
