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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.

Productivity slump for SMEs in the North West of the UK

North West SMEs report productivity levels that are double that of their London counterparts, despite all regions struggling to motivate staff.

Productivity Zone

Business Technology

Questions to ask before investing in business management software

Mike Cockfield, managing director at Khaos Control Solutions has put together a list of the fundamental questions that will help you avoid wasting money on software that’s not suitable for your business.

Business Technology

Artificial intelligence for the small business: Three things SMEs need to know

Here, Francois Cadillon, vice president UK & Ireland at MicroStrategy talks on how businesses should be embracing AI and machine learning, rather than fearing it.

Finding and selling to customers

Six tips to master e-commerce customer support

Here, we take a look at how how e-commerce businesses can improve their customer support through utilising omni-channel support, embracing social media and mobile messaging, providing self-service and the use of video.

Marketing

How a social media platform can enhance affiliate marketing

Here, we look at social media and affiliate marketing, and how the two can interact in the most effective way for your business.

Business management

How 1 per cent performance improvements can lead to gold

Here, Michael Haddon, CEO of Kradle Software looks at what SMEs can learn from Sir David Brailsford and the British Cycling Team’s theory of marginal gains and performance improvements.

Marketing

How influencer marketing is following in the footsteps of digital music

Here, Adam ‘Sven’ Williams, chief revenue officer of Takumi, explores the similarities that influencer marketing has with the digital music industry.

Business Technology

E-commerce businesses: Advantages for customers and retailers in 2018

With the surging demand of the e-commerce industry, almost all businesses are watching out for having an online store through which they can sell off their wide array of services and products.

Marketing

How influencer marketing is following in the footsteps of digital music

Here, Adam ‘Sven’ Williams, chief revenue officer of Takumi, explores the similarities that influencer marketing has with the digital music industry.

Business Technology

E-commerce businesses: Advantages for customers and retailers in 2018

With the surging demand of the e-commerce industry, almost all businesses are watching out for having an online store through which they can sell off their wide array of services and products.

Business management

The challenges of running a business with family members

Here, 'Rajal Patni, CFO and co-founder of WeMa Life, explores the concept of running a business with a family member, and all the challenges that brings.

Finding and selling to customers

How to harness negotiation and boost your sales success

Here, we look at four key tips for harnessing your negotiation skills to secure your sales pipeline.

Employing & managing staff

What sort of contract will I need if I want to employ staff on a flexible basis?

The employment landscape of the UK is changing rapidly. The rise of the gig economy, powered by companies such as Uber, Hermes, Deliveroo, and TaskRabbit, combined with an increase in the number of companies placing employees on zero-hour contracts, has created a great amount of uncertainty for many employees.

Business Technology

Does your business need IT refresher training?

This article explores the need for businesses to stay up to date with the latest IT technology and threats in businesses. From cyber security to meeting the latest regulations and more, this is an insightful article that discusses the advantages of refreshing your work force with up to date IT training.

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Benefits of switching to the right business bank account

In case you were in any doubt, here are five key benefits of switching your business bank account – and how to make the switch.

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.

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What are the funding options for hospitality businesses?

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

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?