Newsletter No.8
This week we’re diving into smarter productivity, AI tools that empower, not overwhelm and practical ideas formaking work feel less like work. There’s also news on flexible working, finance and wellbeing that could reshapesmall-scale growth.
What’s Brewing at The Hub & Spoke
Fresh breakfast menu alert! Try our new Hub Avo! Avo‑on‑toast with poached eggs and chilli flakes - great fuel for early-morning focus sessions.
Reminder: Private office space now available-drop in for a tour if you’re considering a next-level workspace upgrade.
Think Piece of the Month
Article: AI Chat Assistants: The New Secret Weapon for Small Business Productivity
A look at how AI tools are being adopted to reduce admin overhead and streamline customer service-small investments, big returns.
Article: Four-Day Weeks GainGround Among UK SMEs
Trial results show boosted wellbeing, sustained performance, and improved retention-relevant for small teams and hybrid operators.
Podcast: “How do businessleaders think about productivity?”
Explores leadership perspectives on productivity: what drives impact, how focus and culture interact, and key habits for modern organisations.
MonthNext Steps
Try One Small Shift This Month
MonthFeeling inspired? Here are a few easy ways to put these ideas into motion:
- Try one AI tool for scheduling or writing-start small, like using ChatGPT or Motion to map your week.
- Review your payment terms-are they as clear, fair, and firm as they should be? It could protect your cash flow.
- Experiment with a compressed week- can you batch deep work into 4 days and gain back some headspace?
- Reach out to a local collaborator-co-host an event, run a promo together, or simply share ideas over coffee.
- You don’t need to overhaul your business-just a small adjustment can shift your momentum.
“It’s not always that we need to do more butrather that we need to focus on less.”
—Nathan W. Morris