Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
In this article, we’ll delve into what a freight forwarder actually is and does, how their costs are calculated, and where you might find a reputable agent if you decide you want to get some help with your shipment.
International Business
Marketing
A royal warrant is seen as being a stamp of approval from the King himself. But they’re not just for luxury products, they can be for roofing and even a can of baked beans. What is a royal warrant and how do you get one?
International Business
In this article, we’ll delve into what a freight forwarder actually is and does, how their costs are calculated, and where you might find a reputable agent if you decide you want to get some help with your shipment.
Marketing
A royal warrant is seen as being a stamp of approval from the King himself. But they’re not just for luxury products, they can be for roofing and even a can of baked beans. What is a royal warrant and how do you get one?
News
Most microbusiness owners also don't fully understand the term 'net zero' or where to go for help to reduce their carbon footprint
Export & Import
Total trade in goods between Turkey and the UK totalled £18.1bn in 2021. Here are the steps to consider when importing from this valuable trading partner
Finding and selling to customers
Thousands of UK companies use Amazon as a springboard for expanding their business to the US. If you’d like to join them, you’ve come to the right place.
Export & Import
Can your business still trade with Russia, despite sanctions? Should you even be doing business with Russia given the war in Ukraine? 8 steps to ensure your business stays within the law
Employing & managing staff
Do you have to pay employees who are self-isolating full wage because they’ve been pinged by NHS Test and Trace? If so, what help is available?
Employing & managing staff
A contract of employment for your first employee must include some terms that are legally binding. Karen Watkins of Rowan Consulting explains what to include
Export & Import
India is a natural and growing trading partner for the UK, with the UK government pushing for a full UK/India trade deal. But what steps should you take if you want to import from India right now?
Export & Import
China is the joint number one territory that Britain imports from, accounting for 12% of imports. Here is what you need to do if you want to import from China
Partner content
The Recovery Loan Scheme (RLS) has launched to help businesses recover from Covid-19 – how does it compare to alternative finance options?
Legal advice
Helen Jamieson of Jaluch tells us what role employers play in securing the settled (or pre-settled) status of their European employees
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