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Five business health scenarios and how to manage them
Whether your agency is in great shape going into next year or facing challenges, this scenario-specific advice looks at key areas of the business to monitor and manage.
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From receiving expert help and guidance to benchmarking your business’ performance, the Members’ Area is a gateway to resources, services and support specifically developed for those working in the field of design.
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Whether your agency is in great shape going into next year or facing challenges, this scenario-specific advice looks at key areas of the business to monitor and manage.
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Restrictive Covenants: Downloadable employer’s guide
Employers in the design industry can face the challenge of protecting their business interests when key senior employees depart, particularly concerning the potential risks associated with client poaching, staff recruitment, and the use of sensitive business information. This is where restrictive covenants come into play.
HR, Legal
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Topical findings from the DBA Annual Survey Report, and how to apply them to your business
The DBA Annual Survey Report is packed full with benchmarking data. From maintaining a healthy operating profit, to targeting new sectors and more, DBA Experts explore topical findings from the Report and share advice you can apply to your business.
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2022 DBA Annual Survey Report launch | DBA Member-only webinar
On 13 October, the 2022 DBA Annual Survey Report was launched, and Esther Carder, Partner at Moore Kingston Smith presented a detailed analysis of the benchmarking data and trends across key performance metrics affecting design agencies, and gave insight into how to apply these valuable findings to your business. Our flagship report analyses fees, salaries, utilisation, income, recovery rates, benefits and trends of DBA member agencies. Watch the full recording here.
Financial, HR, New business & client relations
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New business – the perennial agency challenge
For a while, this new business challenge may have been eclipsed by recruitment, but DBA Expert Lucy Mann looks at why we need to focus on it.
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Succession planning options
At a recent Member's Forum we explored succession planning. DBA Expert Jack O'Hern discussed succession planning options and provided...
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Succession planning: a guide
DBA Expert Jack O'Hern presents his definitive plan for ensuring your business thrives through leadership change.
Business skills, Financial, HR
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Recommended reading on, and around, the subject of ‘Brand’
For those involved in the world of design and branding (in particular brand strategy) well-read DBA Member Paul Bailey put together a recommended reading list for those interested in bolstering their knowledge around the subject.
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New Designers: DBA member invite and ticket offer
DBA members can book a complimentary ticket to New Designers for Wednesday 6 July 2022 and are invited to attend the ND Awards event.
HR, Maximise membership
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Design Leadership Ignited: a way to strategic impact | DBA Webinar Recording
We were joined by former Chief Brand and Design Officer at 3M, Eric Quint. He explores the findings from his latest book, Design Leadership Ignited, in conversation with Deborah Dawton, Chief Executive at the DBA, Eric shares his unique perspective on how designers can lead the way to getting design integrated at a strategic level in business.