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.
Employing & managing staff
In this piece, Ann Potterton discusses what the businesses with a wage bill under £3 million need to know about the apprenticeship levy.
Employing & managing staff
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New research reveals a rather surprising hotspot for business. Millennials - find out where you should launch your start-up.
Employing & managing staff
In this piece, Ann Potterton discusses what the businesses with a wage bill under £3 million need to know about the apprenticeship levy.
News
New research reveals a rather surprising hotspot for business. Millennials - find out where you should launch your start-up.
News
Most businesses believe their prospects will improve in the next year, despite economic uncertainty and Brexit. Guy Rigby of Smith and Williamson says that the UK is a great place to start a business. but we need more regional business development.
Small Business Banking
Barclays is launching a new £500 million fund for small and medium-sized business in the Northern Powerhouse regions. Here's what you can expect.
Investing in a franchise
Here are five reasons why all franchisees should consider the franchise business plan as a crucial part of their franchising journey.
News
Self-employed workers are optimistic about the post-Brexit landscape, with some believing they'll make more money in 2018 compared to last year.
Business management
Feast It co-founder and CEO Digby Vollrath shares his tips on how to develop your small business in the early stages.
Business Ideas & Planning
Follow these tips to ensure the success of your food production business.
News
A year on from the notorious WannaCry ransomware cyber attack, 40 per cent of companies feel even more vulnerable to a similar incident.
Legal advice
Here, Jennifer Baile discusses why it is so important for owners of start-ups to carefully consider how a robust IP strategy will help to safeguard the commercial proposition and future growth of their business.
Marketing
Studying the evolution of large, successful brands can be a good starting point for SMEs looking to launch or maximise their brand potential, says Sarah Turner.
Getting Online
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