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Business management

This section provides helpful case studies and guides on business reputation management strategies for UK start-ups and entrepreneurs.

Cushion cash – a luxury few small businesses can afford

With the discrepancies in large and small business payment terms, and the lack of visibility into cash flow that many small businesses have, there is a growing number of businesses hoarding vital funds in case of emergencies.

Business management

Business management

Brexit negotiation guidelines released – but what do they mean for businesses?

Here, Adam McGiveron at Shakespeare Martineau, tells us what the Brexit negotiations means for small businesses.

Business management

What will rising business rates mean for SMEs?

Here, Steve Noble, chief operating officer of Ultimate Finance, says tells us what rising business rates will mean for SMEs.

Business management

Choosing the right merchant service for your small business

Here, Libby James, founder of Merchant Advice Service, guides us on how to select the best merchant service for your business.

Business management

New study calls for greater collaboration in setting business-driven KPIs

Although a majority of European brands and agencies say setting KPIs is collaborative, many continue to use conflicting metrics.

Business management

Guide to effectively capturing your employees’ skills

Here, we take a look at how you as a small business owner can harness the power of your employees skills to improve your business.

Business management

The quiet opportunity: taking advantage of the slow periods

Here, Dr Mark Winwood, director of psychological services for AXA PPP healthcare, tells us how to take advantage of the quiet times.

Business management

It’s tough at the top: A focus on the mental health of business leaders

Here, David Cliff, managing director of Gedanken, highlights the problems of neglecting the mental health of business leaders.

Business management

The quiet opportunity: taking advantage of the slow periods

Here, Dr Mark Winwood, director of psychological services for AXA PPP healthcare, tells us how to take advantage of the quiet times.

Business management

It’s tough at the top: A focus on the mental health of business leaders

Here, David Cliff, managing director of Gedanken, highlights the problems of neglecting the mental health of business leaders.

Business management

How to set up partnerships that will grow your business

In this piece, we look at how to set up partnerships of real value to help your business flourish and grow.

Business management

Tech giants are hungry for SME talent – is your workforce prepared?

Here, Martin Ewings, director of regional sales and specialist markets for Experis, highlights the opportunities for SME M&A with big tech giants.

Business management

Why there is fortune in business failure

Here's why small business failure can be a blessing in disguise for those running a company.

Business management

How to get better at risk-taking as a small business

To start, support and grow your business, risk will become a mainstay. Here's how to take business risks with confidence.

Partner content

What are the benefits of business broadband?

Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade

Partner content

How should I select my business broadband provider?

As with any supplier, it’s important to do your research and ask important questions before you select a broadband provider for your business. But what are the must-have things you should take into consideration?

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.