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.

Legal advice

A guide to trade marks and the benefits of registration

SmallBusiness.co.uk and intellectual property specialist NOVAGRAAF provide this guide to trade marks and the benefits of registering them.

Work life balance

Succeeding as a ‘parentpreneur’: Top tips

'Parentpreneurs’ have to become wiser at organising their time. Father of five Peter Tuvey reveals how to juggle kids and a business.

Accounting

The essential guide to managing small business cash flow

In this guide, in association with Fleximize, we take a look at one of the most critical issues for small business owners: managing cash flow.

Business Technology

Making the right business broadband choice

Here, we look at the things to consider when purchasing business broadband packages.

Alternative finance

A guide to peer-to-peer business lending for SMEs

In this piece, we find out about the peer-to-peer lending market and how to benefit from it.

Government Grants

Small business finance: A list of grant and funding options

Here, we investigate some of the small business grants and options available in the market today.

Business Technology

What broadband options are available for my business?

Here, we look at what types of internet connection you can choose for your company.

Marketing

Marketing planning: Getting your business the exposure it needs

SmallBusiness.co.uk speaks to company owners that focused on a strong marketing push and reveal essential insight into the paths they took to get the message out.

Tax

Five tax breaks commonly overlooked by small business owners

Here, we look at some key tax breaks that could save your small company money.

Small Business Insurance

What insurance do I need for a home-based business?

John Laird asks what kind of insurance he needs to run his business from a spare room in his home

Business Loans

Business loans for starting up abroad

Here is brief overview on getting finance for an overseas business in the UK – can you do it and what do you need to know?