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Andy Murray serves up ace backing for British entrepreneurs

Tennis champion Andy Murray has backed two UK start-up companies to add to his investment portfolio.

News

Finding and selling to customers

Why the power of data should not be underestimated

In this piece, we speak to three businesses for a first-hand view of how they use data, and the benefits they enjoy.

News

Andy Murray serves up ace backing for British entrepreneurs

Tennis champion Andy Murray has backed two UK start-up companies to add to his investment portfolio.

Finding and selling to customers

Why the power of data should not be underestimated

In this piece, we speak to three businesses for a first-hand view of how they use data, and the benefits they enjoy.

Business Technology

9 tips for small business owners contemplating a PC purchase

Here, we look at some top tips for small businesses looking to update their technology with a new PC.

Setting up a company

How to make money from your online video course

Here, Fionnuala Bland investigates how you can take a slice of the online learning industry.

Business Technology

How to check your online business is mobile-friendly for your customers

Here, Rhianna Camp looks at four essential tools to help you check if your website is mobile-friendly.

Alternative finance

Peer-to-peer lenders, regulation and small businesses

Adam Tavener looks at the impact of regulation on peer-to-peer lenders and why it shouldn't be seen as detrimental to innovation.

Advice

Tips for small businesses on finding the right supplier

In this piece, Grainne Kelly reveals what small business owners need to know when sourcing and negotiating with suppliers.

Marketing

How using creative marketing can boost your company profile

In this piece in association with Vistaprint, we look at how a more creative approach to marketing can mean vital exposure for your business.

Buying and selling a company

Key steps to getting the best deal for a business

Caroline Belcher explains the key steps that businesses and entrepreneurs need to consider when preparing for a sale.

Marketing

Lessons learnt from Sports Direct’s reputational crisis

In the first of a series on how businesses can manage reputational crises, Jennifer Janson assesses how Sports Direct handled negative media attention and provides top tips for small businesses to avoid making the same mistakes.

Work life balance

How three mumpreneurs took the plunge and started their own business

In this piece, we speak to three mumpreneurs about their experiences before and after starting their own business, and how their work-life balance changed.

Employing & managing staff

Why size can be an SME’s biggest advantage when hiring

After recently revealing the results of the global ‘Work Satisfaction Survey’, LinkedIn’s Dan Dackombe looks at why SMEs have everything to play for when it comes to recruitment.

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?

Partner content

Why your business should switch to a broadband-based phone network

Analogue phone systems are increasingly being replaced by smarter broadband based networks – here’s why you should consider switching

Partner content

Streamlining document management for your small business

David Malan, sales director of DocuWare for the UK and Ireland, explains how the platform can streamline your document management