Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Tim Campbell left his position as one of the highest paid middle managers at London Underground to appear on the BBC TV series The Apprentice in 2005, winning a place at Amstrad under Sir Alan Sugar, before going on to create two new ventures.
Business management
Business management
At SmallBusiness.co.uk we receive a staggering number of questions from entrepreneurs and those looking to start their own business about the particulars of forming a company, registering an idea or name, grants and keeping ahead of the barrage of legislative changes that SME managers and owners face.
Business management
Tim Campbell left his position as one of the highest paid middle managers at London Underground to appear on the BBC TV series The Apprentice in 2005, winning a place at Amstrad under Sir Alan Sugar, before going on to create two new ventures.
Business management
At SmallBusiness.co.uk we receive a staggering number of questions from entrepreneurs and those looking to start their own business about the particulars of forming a company, registering an idea or name, grants and keeping ahead of the barrage of legislative changes that SME managers and owners face.
Success stories
By 2042, almost a quarter of people living in the UK will be aged 65 or older, up from 18 per cent in 2016. The number of people aged over 70 who are in full- or part-time employment is steadily rising too, with around one in 12 of those still working compared to one in 22 working 10 years ago. Is starting your own business another option?
Alternative finance
The commercial finance industry promises entrepreneurs a fast track to growth. SmallBusiness.co.uk talks to borrowers and lenders about the rewards and risks of asset based finance.
Small Business Banking
A little relationship building can go a long way when it comes to you and your chosen bank. SmallBusiness.co.uk finds out how.
Business Loans
Choosing between debt or equity finance, or a mixture of the two, could be the most important business decision you ever make. SmallBusiness.co.uk speaks to entrepreneurs, financiers and advisers about the pros and cons of each.
Funding your small business
Evan Davis, presenter of BBC TWO's Dragons' Den and the BBC economics editor, believes there is no use complaining about the struggle to raise finances when starting up a new company. For Davis, it's simply part of the entrepreneur's lot.
Business Loans
If you're looking to fund rapid growth your bank will probably be the first port of call. We find out what traditional lenders can offer and how to make sure you're getting the best deal.
Blog
Frank Hannigan was rejected by Dragons’ Den with his idea for online lost and found service Yougetitback.com. He sought alternative sources of funding, eventually winning twice the amount asked for on the show. SmallBusiness.co.uk caught up with Hannigan and asked for some pearls of wisdom on the major hurdles for start-ups.
Funding your small business
The bank is not your only port of call when it comes to raising funds to start your business. Find out the options available to you.
Business management
Jennifer Irvine launched The Pure Package in 2004 as a home-delivery meals service tailored to meet clients' individual dietary requirements and preferences. In its first year, Pure Package delivered 70,000 meals and achieved a turnover of £200,000. The company has since grown into a multi-million pound operation. We asked her for her top tips.
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Karen Gill co-founded Everywoman in 1999, shortly after giving birth to her son. With her partner Maxine Benson, she identified a need for accessible business information for women entrepreneurs. The company started as an online information resource, but has since grown to incorporate training and conference events for women in business. SmallBusiness.co.uk asked her to share her story.
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Business Technology
Here's how Security Service Edge from Vodafone can help to protect your SME from ever-increasing cyber threats