Clarifying whether customers from Tier 3 can stay in Tier 2
#FAQFriday - This Friday I'm clarifying whether customers from Tier 3 can stay in Tier 2
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Christmas guidelines and the updated Tier System
#FAQFriday - This Friday I'm discussing the new Christmas guidelines and the updated Tier System
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Getting ready to reopen as soon as you are given the go ahead.
#FAQFriday - This Friday I'm giving advice on how to start getting ready to reopen as soon as you are given the go ahead.
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Getting you, your team and your business ready for Brexit
#FAQFriday - 49 Days to go to Brexit. This Friday I am talking about how to prepare you, your staff and your business ready for...
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Clarifying Financial Assistance in this Second Lockdown
#FAQFriday - This week I'm live from my paddle boat on Windermere to clarify what financial support is out there for you during this second lockdown.
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Lockdown is an opportunity for hospitality businesses to reflect, refresh and return stronger than ever
Alison Magee-Barker is the owner of AJ Lakes, the business success and growth consultancy with more than 30 years of experience specialising in the hospitality sector.
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So proud of our hospitality industry for coming to the rescue
#FAQFriday - Just to say a huge congratulations and that I am so proud of our hospitality industry for coming to the rescue this week.
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Clarifying New Financial Help and Tips to Increase your Income
#FAQFriday - Live from a damp Windermere helping you to decrease the negative impact on your cashflow and profit margins at this current time. Helping you...
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Explaining Tiers 1, 2 & 3 and do’s and don’ts at this current time
#FAQFriday - This week I'm explaining what Tiers 1, 2 & 3 mean for you, and the do's and don'ts at this current time.
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Hospitality Expert Offers Support to Hospitality Businesses
In response to worrying reports of more hospitality businesses entering liquidation, our expert consultant, Alison Magee-Barker is reaching out with an offer of support to those floundering...
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Frustrations, top tips in surviving this difficult time in business
Facing challenges in your business? Read AJ Lakes’ top tips to overcome frustrations and thrive during difficult times. Practical advice for business success.
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Plastic Ban: Straws, Stirrers & Cotton Buds Regulations
#FAQFriday - This week I'm talking about the plastic ban for all on Plastic Straws, Stirrers and Cotton Buds.
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Clarifying current legislations and guidelines
#FAQFriday - This week I'm talking about at clarifying current legislations and guidelines
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AJ Lakes Consultancy Celebrates Third-year Anniversary
As one of Cumbria’s top hospitality specialists, we are delighted to be celebrating our third-year anniversary this month and have our sights set on a record year...
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AJ Lakes Hospitality Expert calls on Chancellor to Act Again to Save Hospitality Businesses
In response to yesterday’s latest developments and regulations from Boris Johnson, AJ Lakes hospitality expert and consultant, Alison Magee-Barker has urged the Chancellor to act again in...
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Navigating new restrictions
#FAQFriday - This week I'm looking at how we can navigate new restrictions, know your numbers and be ready to diversify if needed.
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Clarifying the Rule of 6 & Track and Trace
#FAQFriday - This week I am clarifying the Rule of 6 & Track and Trace
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Showcasing the Kickstart scheme is now live.
#FAQFriday - Showcasing the Kickstart scheme is now live. Employing and helping 16-24 year old universal credit youngsters to get on the employment ladder.
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Helping you to plan and execute your sales and marketing winter campaign
#FAQFriday - Tips to help you to keep your customers coming throughout your quieter times.
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Has the ‘Eat Out Help Out’ Campaign delivered for you?
#FAQFriday - Has the Eat Out to Help Out scheme delivered for you and what strategy have you in place to navigate the quieter months?
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Keeping you on track to survive and thrive in your business
#FAQFriday - Checking in on Track & Trace, GDPR compliance, Self and Business Care, Strategies for future business and Knowing your numbers
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UK Hospitality statistics are out and tips in ensuring you are not the 1 in 5 at risk
#FAQFriday - The latest statistics are out, so this week I'm talking about the fact that 1 in 5 are at risk of insolvency. So, i...
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Top tips in ensuring you get TFM in your diary
#FAQFriday - Helping stressed out, busy business owners and managers have some me time to be more productive and more efficient.
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Hospitality Industry Track & Trace Guidelines & Best Practice
#FAQFriday - This week I'm looking at the new Track and Trace guidelines and best practice.
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