Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Franchising expert Rik Hellewell discusses the advantages of setting up a franchise compared to growing a business organically – and shares his tips on why franchising can be the ideal way to expand in business
Investing in a franchise
Partner content
This article explains how Uber Vouchers can enhance both your customer and employee experience
Investing in a franchise
Franchising expert Rik Hellewell discusses the advantages of setting up a franchise compared to growing a business organically – and shares his tips on why franchising can be the ideal way to expand in business
Partner content
This article explains how Uber Vouchers can enhance both your customer and employee experience
Blog
A plant-based cocktail brand, post-surgery luxury lingerie, and a blast from the past returns to the den
Marketing
In this guide, we explain what direct marketing is plus the advantages and disadvantages of direct marketing for your small business
Blog
Sustainability was the recurring word this week – would the dragons invest in an ethically sourced coffee and rented clothing app?
Office & home working
We explore what makes a great home office, taking some tips from business owners who have set up their own.
Blog
There was a wine to make you more ‘relaxed’ this week, but it was a skincare range for toddlers which got the dragons hungry to invest
Advice
If you need to set up a workplace pension for your employees, make sure you know what to consider and which providers are out there
Business management
In Matthew Cushen's latest blog, he explores why it's important for founders to experiment their proposition with their target markets
Blog
People criticise BBC’s The Apprentice for being more entertainment than having actually anything to do with business. Not so, says former winner Mark Wright
Marketing
Inactive subscribers can be a drag on your email list. But a re-engagement campaign can get them involved and provide useful intel for your business
Business Ideas & Planning
What are the best ideas for starting your own business in the post-pandemic world we now live in? Here are six suggestions from becoming a yoga instructor to walking dogs or becoming a social media expert.
Business Technology
To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis
Investing in a franchise
Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.
Partner content
Read here for 16 tried and tested tips and tricks to improve potential cash flow problems