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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.

Lessons learned from…PwC’s Oscars debacle

Jennifer Janson explores the crisis endured by PwC at the Oscars and how the accountancy firm minimised reputational damage.

Business management

Business management

How small wedding boutiques can compete with larger brands

With the wedding season about to start in earnest, we look at how independent stores can capitalise.

Business management

Sustainable energy solutions for long-term business success

Here, Richard Morgan, industry development director of British Gas Business, tells us how sustainable energy can save your business.

Business management

Innocent Drinks founder Richard Reed: Optimism key to small business success

Here, in association with Travelers, we look at Innocent Drinks founder Richard Reed's ethos of remaining optimistic in the face of great challenges.

Business management

How to make a business partnership work

George Grigg lifts the lid on what it takes to make a business partnership work.

Business management

How to keep your company afloat in uncertain times

Here, we look at some of the calculated risks you might want to try to get ahead with your business.

Business management

What things are controllable in today’s business landscape?

In a highly dynamic business landscape, it may seem like nothing is controllable. Here, Royston Guest runs through the key factors that you have influence over.

Business management

Why responding to changes in the market is vital to the success of your business

Here, Albie Attias explains how circumstances dictated that he adapt his small business to the needs of a specific market.

Business management

What things are controllable in today’s business landscape?

In a highly dynamic business landscape, it may seem like nothing is controllable. Here, Royston Guest runs through the key factors that you have influence over.

Business management

Why responding to changes in the market is vital to the success of your business

Here, Albie Attias explains how circumstances dictated that he adapt his small business to the needs of a specific market.

Business management

Five ways to protect yourself from a ransomware disaster

Here, Matt Kingswood, UK head of managed service provider IT Specialists, gives us his top tips to avoid ransomware.

Business management

How I pivoted from publisher to business club founder

Andrew Clough reveals how his business pivoted from industry to another, giving advice for others on doing the same.

Business management

How will the apprenticeship levy benefit small businesses?

Here, Richard Marsh, apprenticeship partner director from Kaplan, tells us how the apprenticeship levy will affect your business.

Business management

What your office design says about you as a leader

Here, we look at how you design your office space for your employees can shape you as a business leader.

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