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In our Small Business Snippets podcasts, we talk to household names about their experiences of building and running a business, with some tips for you peppered along the way.

You’ll find episodes with the stars of Dragons’ Den and The Apprentice along with others including Spencer Matthews and Trinny Woodall.

Theo Paphitis: ‘My school showed me the door at 16 because I was a lost cause’

In this podcast episode, Anna Jordan meets Theo Paphitis, a businessman, retail expert, shopkeeper and former Dragon

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Charlie Mullins: ‘I don’t like banks – they’re crooks in suits’

In this podcast episode, Anna Jordan meets Charlie Mullins, founder and chairman of Pimlico (formerly Pimlico Plumbers)

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Carina Lepore: ‘I saw Lord Sugar’s car and it was a sign’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets entrepreneur and The Apprentice winner, Carina Lepore

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Tej Lalvani: ‘Nearly everything is possible’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets Dragon Tej Lalvani and entrepreneur Sam Jones

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UPS: How to expand your business internationally and acquire loyal customers

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Spencer Matthews: ‘We needed 12 or 13 times more money than I thought’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets Spencer Matthews – entrepreneur, TV star and angel investor

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Lady Chanelle McCoy: ‘Banks treat us like we’re illegal’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets Lady Chanelle McCoy – entrepreneur and former Dragon on Dragons' Den Ireland

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Mark Wright: ‘You say crazy stuff to be entertaining on The Apprentice’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets Mark Wright – entrepreneur, TV personality and former winner of The Apprentice

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Paul Lindley: ‘I don’t think business is really about economics. It’s about psychology’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets Paul Lindley – author, campaigner and founder of Ella's Kitchen

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Brompton MD, Will Butler-Adams: ‘Manufacturing has become entrepreneurial again’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets Will Butler-Adams, managing director of Brompton Bikes

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Gerald Ratner: ‘I don’t think it’s right that there’s such a stigma attached to failure. It’s a British disease’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Tim Adler meets Gerald Ratner, an author, motivational speaker and businessman

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Trinny Woodall: ‘I was doing this fast – very weird thing. But my brain became clear’

In this podcast episode, Anna Jordan meets Trinny Woodall, TV presenter, author and founder of makeup brand, Trinny London

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Merlin Griffiths: ‘We are creative, resilient, adaptable – this is hospitality!’

In this podcast episode, Anna Jordan meets Merlin Griffiths, pub owner, mixologist and bartender on Channel 4's First Dates

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Theo Paphitis: ‘My school showed me the door at 16 because I was a lost cause’

In this podcast episode, Anna Jordan meets Theo Paphitis, a businessman, retail expert, shopkeeper and former Dragon

Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Business Technology

Friendly guide – top tips for small businesses switching to VoIP

With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!

Export & Import

Avoid delays with exports and imports

Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world