Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
This section provides in-depth guides on the different marketing strategies and techniques small businesses can apply to help plan, promote, position and price their products and services.
The worlds of SEO, content marketing and PR are learning from each other - and these skills have been instrumental in the ongoing success and development of each sector, says Kath Dawson.
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Marketing can be expensive for a small business, so getting the best bang for your buck is essential. Here, James Cox reveals some typical ways of blowing the budget.
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PR is an often-misunderstood beast among small business owners. Here, communications expert Carolyn Hughes demystifies the industry.
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Company blogs no longer serve as just website window dressing. Marketing expert James Cox gives tips on putting together the right blog to generate leads.
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Maite Barón discusses ways to implement the branding strategies outlined in her last article.
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Here's why video can be an effective medium for small businesses to market themselves.
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You don't have to be a professional wordsmith to create compelling content on your website. Abby Hardoon, managing director of Daily Internet, gives some pointers for memorable material.
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Every company needs its leader to be a marketer. Here are five tips to help owner managers and CEOs push forward marketing and PR activity.
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You don't have to be a professional wordsmith to create compelling content on your website. Abby Hardoon, managing director of Daily Internet, gives some pointers for memorable material.
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Every company needs its leader to be a marketer. Here are five tips to help owner managers and CEOs push forward marketing and PR activity.
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Why should you try Google+ if you are already using Facebook and Twitter for social media marketing? Digital communications expert Carolyn Hughes reveals how the platform can help.
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Carolyn Hughes discusses how a small company owner can take on their own PR and media communications regime.
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Chloe Thomas gives advice to e-commerce companies on getting people onto your website through email marketing.
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Consumers and business buyers are willing to pay up to 10 per cent more for brands that offer interesting content and engaging social media experiences, research finds.
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?
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Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade