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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.

The right product for the right market: Examining the e-cigarette industry

SmallBusiness.co.uk takes a look at the growth of an industry in its infancy.

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How small businesses can avoid unnecessary debts

Ian Nuttall started his first business with no budget, just a computer and an internet connection. Here, he tells SmallBusiness.co.uk how others can avoid small business debts too.

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Daniel Abrahams on founding MyTravelMoney.co.uk

Daniel Abrahams started online travel money comparison site MyTravelMoney.co.uk in 2011 and now sees profit alone of £117,000. He talks to SmallBusiness.co.uk about his journey.

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How to negotiate supplier relationships 

Consultant Chris Merrington explores how to manage supplier relationships to deliver the best return for the business.

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I have now gone fully self-employed. What do I need to do differently?

Q: I have now gone fully self-employed. What do I need to do differently?

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Growing a family business

The traditional family business has many strengths, but if growth is on the agenda, some tough choices will have to be made. SmallBusiness.co.uk finds out whether families can sustain their ethos while stepping up their ambition.

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How to increase profitability

SmallBusiness.co.uk presents five ideas for increasing profitability and keeping your business in the black.

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Creating a business from your hobby

If you enjoy something and are good at it, why not earn your living from it? SmallBusiness.co.uk looks at how combining your passion with your day job can work for you.

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How to increase profitability

SmallBusiness.co.uk presents five ideas for increasing profitability and keeping your business in the black.

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Creating a business from your hobby

If you enjoy something and are good at it, why not earn your living from it? SmallBusiness.co.uk looks at how combining your passion with your day job can work for you.

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The benefits of executive coaching

SmallBusiness.co.uk investigates how executives can gain value from an assessment of their performance as a leader.

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Laying the groundwork for business social networking

Serial entrepreneur Frank Joshi learned about business the hard way. He reveals the trials and tribulations of his career before he started social business software company Mvine.

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Business Lessons – Learning the hard way

Aamir Ahmad, founder of furniture company Dwell, tells SmallBusiness.co.uk what he learned from his mistakes in business.

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Entrepreneur and Mentor – Paul Ragan

Paul Ragan built a multimillion-pound insurance business with Motaquote. Now he passes on his pearls of wisdom through his mentoring service for fellow entrepreneurs.

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Small business owners: discover alternative funding solutions to help fuel your growth

Business Technology

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

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

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

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.

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16 ways to improve your business cash flow

Read here for 16 tried and tested tips and tricks to improve potential cash flow problems