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The best freelancer platforms

Freelancer platforms can be useful to people who work for themselves. We explore some of the best ones around

Finding and selling to customers

Sole trader

Checklist for going self-employed – a Small Business guide

Deciding to go self-employed is a big step for anyone. Follow this guide to going self-employed and be confident. We’ve got your back

Finding and selling to customers

The best freelancer platforms

Freelancer platforms can be useful to people who work for themselves. We explore some of the best ones around

Sole trader

Checklist for going self-employed – a Small Business guide

Deciding to go self-employed is a big step for anyone. Follow this guide to going self-employed and be confident. We’ve got your back

Business Technology

The best free online survey platforms for small businesses

Have online survey platforms left you with more questions than they've answered? We look at some of the best free online tools and features.

Finding and selling to customers

Maximising the value of zero-party data to improve customer experiences

Lisa Andreou defines zero-party data and explains how brands can use this to improve the customer experience

Business Technology

How to prevent spam sign-ups

If you've had a big uptick in your sign-ups, it's best to check they're not spam. Here's why you should protect your business and how to do it

Finding and selling to customers

5 tips to maximise online sales during peak seasons

Five top tips to help your business make the most of online sales during peak seasons and events.

Productivity Zone

20 free apps to improve your business productivity

You don’t have to spend thousands each year licensing expensive software. Here are 20 free alternatives to boosting small business output

Small Business Insurance

A guide to cyber liability insurance for a small business

If your business takes online payments, stores customer data, or relies on IT systems, cyber liability insurance is essential. It provides financial protection, helps you comply with regulations, and can help your business to recover quickly from cyber incidents.

Employing & managing staff

Employer of Record – everything you need to know

Interested in hiring overseas talent? We're delving into Employer of Record - what it is, the pros and cons and if it's right for you

Business Technology

Website vs social media: Which should be your business’ go-to?

So, you've got your business idea and now you have to make decisions about your online presence: website vs. social media (or both)?

Financing

Small business startup funding

Startup funding for any small business can be a minefield, so here is a guide to the options available to you in those early days.

Business Ideas & Planning

6 of the best business ideas for 2025

Have a gander over the six best business ideas for 2025, based on emerging trends and how the market is changing. Go on, get inspired!

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.

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?

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?