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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 best business books to read when starting a company

Here, we have compiled a list of well-written and informative business books to read during the summer heatwave.

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Autonomous flying cars, small businesses and your workforce

Patrick Margetson-Rushmore, chief executive of Luxaviation UK, analyses current developments in the aerial urban mobility industry and wonders about the future impact on small businesses.

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Business traveller safety: Why Uber’s renewed licence is a win

A 15-month renewal of Uber's London license is good news for budget-conscious small businesses – but ensuring traveller safety is also key, says Dafydd Llewellyn.

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Why start-up businesses should have a mentor

Do you need a mentor as a start-up business? Lucas London of Airtasker explains why you might want to consider it.

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University graduates: 6 things to consider before starting your own business

Starting your own business is an increasingly popular path after university. Sophie Phillipson of HelloGrads.com reveals what you need to know before you dive in.

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How to improve your international business operations

Here are some tips to being as successful an international business as possible.

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5 lessons I learned building my 4 successful start-up businesses

Owning a business can be tough. Serial entrepreneur Aleš Špetič shares five important lessons which will help to make your start-up a success.

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Here’s why small businesses should accept Bitcoin

Will supporting cryptocurrency payments provide a way for companies to differentiate themselves from the competition? Here, we find out.

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5 lessons I learned building my 4 successful start-up businesses

Owning a business can be tough. Serial entrepreneur Aleš Špetič shares five important lessons which will help to make your start-up a success.

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Here’s why small businesses should accept Bitcoin

Will supporting cryptocurrency payments provide a way for companies to differentiate themselves from the competition? Here, we find out.

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Karatgold Coin: The modern alternative to gold and Ethereum

Here, we look at a new cryptocurrency possibility that follows the gold rate.

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How to beat work stress using colour

When it comes to positive mental health, colour is often the forgotten part of the picture. Giving conscious thought to colour in the workplace could be the key to less work stress says Karen Haller, the UK’s leading colour psychology expert.

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The rush to comply with GDPR: Five mistakes that could cost you

In this piece, Matt Middleton-Leal discusses the GDPR procedural mistakes that can harm your company.

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Give your business that edge it needs for success

Follow these ideas to give your business the best chance of prevailing.

Partner content

What are the benefits of business broadband?

Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade

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How should I select my business broadband provider?

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

Future-proof your business communications set-up

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

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.