Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
This section provides helpful case studies and guides on business reputation management strategies for UK start-ups and entrepreneurs.
Previously, working in an environmentally friendly office was considered an extra hassle that many businesses weren’t willing to invest the time or money in, but times have changed.
Business management
Business management
Having your IP (e.g. designs) stolen is eternally frustrating, and tracking it becomes a separate job. Here's how to manage it effectively
Business management
When we think savings, its usually in the context of personal finances but just as personal savings are vital for financial wellness, a business savings plan is key factor in keeping your business on track
Business management
We've rounded up some of the best small business savings offerings around, comparing easy access, fixed and notice accounts.
Business management
There are lots of ways for small businesses to cut down on their energy use and save money; here are some of them.
Business management
To keep your costs down, you should be reviewing your business energy supplier regularly. We line up nine of the best.
Business management
Public toilets are disappearing from high streets, but making your business' toilets available could attract new customers and extra revenue
Business management
With a steep rise in energy prices, we show you how to find the right energy supplier for your small business
Business management
Public toilets are disappearing from high streets, but making your business' toilets available could attract new customers and extra revenue
Business management
With a steep rise in energy prices, we show you how to find the right energy supplier for your small business
Business management
The new tax year (April 6) usually brings about a few changes for small business owners, but 2026 is going to be a big one. Here's a summary
Business management
The safety of contractors is more of a responsibility for you than you might realise. This is what you must know before you start outsourcing
Business management
From financial statements to changing thresholds to price increases, we bring you the key events from 2025
Business management
We're casting an analytical eye over everyone's favourite Christmas films – but with a business twist. Read on to see if you agree
Partner content
In case you were in any doubt, here are five key benefits of switching your business bank account – and how to make the switch.
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
Partner content
Hospitality businesses have faced a number of challenges in the last couple of years. Find out what funding and support is available.
Employing & managing staff
In Aviva’s latest SME research*, 57 per cent of employers surveyed agreed that nowadays employees expect benefits to protect against loss of income or earnings. What do you offer your people?