The importance of small businesses in the UK economy
Here, we look at the challenges on the path to prosperity for small businesses, including regulation, red tape and access to finance.
Advice
This section provides expert advice for a small business owner looking to start and run a successful business. Read about case studies and lessons learned from like-minded professionals.
Here, we look at the challenges on the path to prosperity for small businesses, including regulation, red tape and access to finance.
Advice
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Beatrice Bartlay discusses why being honest with oneself and stopping making excuses is worthwhile behaviour as a business owner.
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Here, Eugene O'Sullivan looks into exactly what to expect when embarking on your own venture.
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Ed Reeves, founder of Moneypenny, shares his thoughts on the key decisions that resulted in a step-change at his company.
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Here, we look at how BSI (British Standards Institution) can help guide your business in the right direction.
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Hiring someone decent for your design work can be tricky. Here are some pointers.
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Here, we look at why regulation can actually be a booster for business.
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David Lewis offers his perspective on the value for a small company of bringing interns on board.
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Here, we look at why regulation can actually be a booster for business.
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David Lewis offers his perspective on the value for a small company of bringing interns on board.
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Neil Crespin shares some dos and don'ts when it comes to presenting to an audience.
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Henry Catchpole discusses the role of company secretary and what is really required.
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Chad Deatherage talks to two company owners about their entrepreneurial e-commerce experiences.
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Is business coaching effective? Robert McHenry weighs up internal coaching versus employing external help.
Partner content
Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade
Partner content
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?
Business Technology
Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.