About

Ben Lobel was the editor of SmallBusiness.co.uk from 2010 to 2018. He specialises in writing for start-up and scale-up companies in the areas of finance, marketing and HR.

Advice

Majority of businesses optimistic with long-term growth aspirations

The General Election may be in the balance, causing uncertainty for company owners, but long-term aspirations are positive for small businesses, according to a report.

Advice

How the Budget affects northern business

Here, we look at how companies in the North are affected by George Osborne's pre-election announcement.

News

SMEs downplay political measures as influencers of business

Business owners believe that neither of the main political parties will be an influence on the success of their business.

News

Businesses urged to engage older workers 

Employers should make a concerted effort to engage their older workers when it comes to their career and personal development or risk losing out on this loyal group of employees, research suggests.

News

Late payment and tax relief the big issues for small companies pre-election

Businesses also want to remain in the EU and are largely backing the Conservatives in the forthcoming election, research finds.

News

Small businesses fear the stress of moving premises 

Three quarters of small and medium-sized companies delay moving premises because of the stress of the task, research finds.

News

FPB sets out its own manifesto for small businesses

A business lobbying group is calling on a future government to protect the interests of small businesses regardless of the result of next month’s election.

News

Pension reforms influence start-ups among older people

More than half a million over-55s are considering taking advantage of new pension freedoms to start a new business, research finds.

Marketing

Small business video advice from content marketers

Garth Haley speaks to four content marketing experts on the benefits of using video content for small companies.

News

Fathers support shared parental leave laws

New rules enabling fathers to share their partner's maternity leave entitlement of 52 weeks have been met with approval by dads.

News

SMEs going to family and friends for advice when starting up

Small businesses are not seeking expert advice when setting up their business, research finds.

Advice

Why an MBA could be the right step for small business owners

Here, we look at the value an MBA can bring to your business management skills.