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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.

Are your line managers prepared to manage inter-office conflicts?

CIPD report finds that half of company line managers are not trained or qualified to handle ‘difficult conversations’ or conflicts.

Business management

Business management

The leather goods entrepreneur: Expanding in the face of challenge

William Forshaw discusses the challenges of growing his leather goods company, from navigating Google algorithm changes to bouncing back from laying off staff.

Business management

Article 50 triggered: So what next?

Adam McGiveron explores the possibility that a trade agreement may not be reached within the two-year timeframe and calls for businesses to take action now to mitigate their risks.

Business management

Why running a business past 70 takes planning

Adam Tavener and Ian Cass examine the areas small business owners should be looking at in regards to their retirement/business planning.

Business management

Why large companies fear the innovation of small businesses

Small businesses are often in a position to innovate – they just need to find the time, says James Welch.

Business management

Three methods for scaling a business

Everyone knows that starting a business is hard work, but scaling a business is just as challenging. Peter Tuvey outlines three methods for scaling a business.

Business management

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

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

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

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.

Employing & managing staff

The importance of vocational rehabilitation services for SMEs

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?

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