Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
This section takes you through every important aspect of how to run a successful business. It offers expert guides and advice articles on the key elements of business management such as employing staff, finding customers, marketing and sales, pricing, people management, office and home working, business technology and everything else an entrepreneur must tackle in order to succeed.
Can I dismiss a member of staff on suspicion of theft and dishonesty with only word of mouth as evidence? We have proof that money has changed hands but not been put in the till.
Employing & managing staff
Employing & managing staff
It can be difficult for a small company to see incentive packages as a priority but the benefits don't have to be huge to make a difference.
Employing & managing staff
With many businesses shifting to long-term remote or hybrid working, employers are questioning the rules for paying staff who work remotely
Business management
With the likes of Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg having mentors, it’s no wonder 88% of entrepreneurs say having a mentor is invaluable, says Mark Wright
Employing & managing staff
In this guide, we chat to the business owners that managed to create a motivated and engaged workforce, and explore how you can recreate their success.
Small Business Insurance
Does a company need any insurance if it has just one employee but two directors? If I do, would that still be the case with just one director who is the employee?
Employing & managing staff
Alan Finlay shares the important points to know about taking notes at disciplinary or other formal employee meetings
Employing & managing staff
Victoria Greaves of citrusHR explains how to calculate holidays, including bank holidays, for part-time employees
Employing & managing staff
Alan Finlay shares the important points to know about taking notes at disciplinary or other formal employee meetings
Employing & managing staff
Victoria Greaves of citrusHR explains how to calculate holidays, including bank holidays, for part-time employees
Marketing
Newsletters are a great way to keep in touch with your customers, share news and convert subscribers into customers, says Jay Ripton
Employing & managing staff
Andy Willis explains how to navigate legal issues when employing interns, such as whether the intern is identified as an employee or a worker
Employing & managing staff
It may sound ridiculous, but you can’t fire an employee for posting a racist tweet on the spot – If you don’t follow the correct procedures then you could be left counting the costs
Employing & managing staff
Sir Clive Woodward shines a light on vital strategies for leading and inspiring teams through periods of high pressure
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?
Partner content
Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade