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.

How to make an impact against better-established competitors

Bimla Safka discusses how a small business can be taken seriously and build a reputation in a market full of more experienced peers.

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Five steps businesses should take now to prepare for EU data regulations

James Walker, security expert at Trend Micro, looks at how the EU is set to change the regulations governing what businesses can do with their data.

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How small businesses can keep payments secure

Tim Critchley, CEO of Semafone, discusses what to do to comply with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards.

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Top five tips for sourcing new suppliers

Ian Cowley gives some guidance on expanding your network of suppliers.

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Taking your SME beyond the start-up phase

This article explores how to be successful in the stage of business that comes after starting up.

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London vs the rest: Where to build your business empire

Geraint Evans discusses the factors to consider when weighing up the location of your company.

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What to do when suppliers let you down

Nothing can be more frustrating than being let down by a supplier, but what’s the best way to deal with the situation as a business owner? Sean Blanks, marketing director of cartridgesave.co.uk explains his approach.

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How should I go about pitching to investors?

GrowthAccelerator business coach Keith Angus discusses preparing your small business for investment with a great investor pitch.

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What to do when suppliers let you down

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How should I go about pitching to investors?

GrowthAccelerator business coach Keith Angus discusses preparing your small business for investment with a great investor pitch.

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Employees feel KPIs are unattainable

We started introducing key performance indicators recently. Many of our employees easily surpass targets, but two individuals believe the targets are unattainable. What options do we have considering we believe the employees are not up to the job?

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