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Running a Business

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.

British tourism boost: Three tips to attract the international shopper

British tourism is set to soar this summer. Chris Crang of Worldpay gives his advice on how to cater to international customers.

Finding and selling to customers

Employing & managing staff

How poor company culture is affecting SMEs

How do we change the misconception that company culture is optional, rather than a necessity? Here, Jonathan Richards explores the issue.

Marketing

Five reasons social media is crucial for your PR strategy

Social media is a strong low-cost marketing approach for businesses today. So why not utilise it?

Export & Import

How to find the right suppliers – a small business guide

When it comes to early interactions with suppliers, make sure you follow this advice.  

Business management

How to choose the right van for your business

If you're thinking of taking on a company van, this guide will help you determine the right vehicle for your needs.

Business management

Three things small businesses can learn from England managers

In this piece, Chris Barnard examines three England managers of past and present and offers tips on what your business can learn from their approaches.

Legal advice

Employment tribunal: How to navigate the process

For employers and particularly SMEs, there is still some cause for concern and a need for increased awareness around the risks when dismissing individuals, Andy Shettle argues.

Business management

Are you an introvert? Here’s why you could make a great business leader

Being an introvert doesn't mean you can't be the boss. Geoff Lawrence of Vistage explains why it might be time to reassess commonly-held characteristics of great leadership.

Legal advice

Employment tribunal: How to navigate the process

For employers and particularly SMEs, there is still some cause for concern and a need for increased awareness around the risks when dismissing individuals, Andy Shettle argues.

Business management

Are you an introvert? Here’s why you could make a great business leader

Being an introvert doesn't mean you can't be the boss. Geoff Lawrence of Vistage explains why it might be time to reassess commonly-held characteristics of great leadership.

Business management

How small businesses can help in the fight against modern slavery

Here are the steps small businesses can take to protect their reputation and play an important role in the fight against modern slavery.

Productivity Zone

How to improve productivity by investing in the right office furniture

Here are five ways you can change your office’s furniture, and ultimately make your team’s productivity levels soar.

Employing & managing staff

Here’s how to get your employees moving and exercising

Encouraging staff to say active isn't always easy, but Dr Davina Deniszczyc of Nuffield Health shares a few methods which might help your employees move more.

Employing & managing staff

What does the apprenticeship levy mean for SMEs?

In this piece, Ann Potterton discusses what the businesses with a wage bill under £3 million need to know about the apprenticeship levy.

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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.