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This section takes you through every important aspect of how to run a successful business. It offers expert guides and advice articles on the key elements of business management such as employing staff, finding customers, marketing and sales, pricing, people management, office and home working, business technology and everything else an entrepreneur must tackle in order to succeed.

Which countries offer a digital nomad visa?

Interested in becoming a digital nomad but not sure where to go? We look at all of the countries that provide a visa

Business management

Business management

Is a move to fractional leadership right for your business?

Fractional leadership expert, Sara Daw, dives into what fractional leadership is and why it just might be right for your small business

Business management

Choosing the right shipping partner

While the business world becomes increasingly digital, one area where the digital will always meet the physical world is in the shipping of goods. Here’s what growing businesses need to consider when tackling the physical challenge of getting items from A to B, and how to choose the right provider.

Employing & managing staff

Rising childcare costs – why employers hold the key to supporting working families

Childcare costs are rising at an alarming rate. Venetia Leigh of Perkbox Vivup explains what you can do as an employer to help staff

Legal advice

How to get a sponsor licence in the UK

Baya Immigration lay out what a sponsor licence is, which businesses need it and how you go about applying for one.

Employing & managing staff

Employment contract template

An employee contract is an essential document, so you must get it right. We've provided an overview and a template to get you started

Finding and selling to customers

Small Business Saturday – how to promote your business

Small Business Saturday is coming up fast and it's not too late to get involved. Here are a few tips and tricks to make the most of it

Business Technology

Best payment processors for UK small businesses – 11 of the best

What's the best payment system for your small business? We review 11 of the best payment processors for UK SMEs.

Finding and selling to customers

Small Business Saturday – how to promote your business

Small Business Saturday is coming up fast and it's not too late to get involved. Here are a few tips and tricks to make the most of it

Business Technology

Best payment processors for UK small businesses – 11 of the best

What's the best payment system for your small business? We review 11 of the best payment processors for UK SMEs.

Small Business Insurance

What insurance do I need for a fish & chip shop?

Whether you’re cooking up street food that’s making waves, have perfected the pizza or ready to dominate the chicken shop scene, it’s important your restaurant or eatery is covered.

Business Technology

10 card payment machines ideal for small business

Featuring the SumUp Air, Zettle 2, and Small Business Pro, we break down the fees and functions of the best card payment machines for UK small businesses

Business management

How to create a concrete financial contingency plan

Here, we take a look at how you can create a financial contingency plan to assess possible risks and potential solutions.

Small Business Insurance

What insurance do you need as a builder?

No matter what job you’re working on, it’s important for your building business to be covered.

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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.

Partner content

Small business owners: discover alternative funding solutions to help fuel your growth

Business Technology

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Investing in a franchise

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.