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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.

Five reasons to invest in commercial property

Here, we look at why it’s important to weigh up the costs and benefits before choosing to invest in commercial property.

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The main challenges and opportunities for small businesses in 2018

Here, Simon Burckhardt of Vonage discusses the key issues that small business owners will face in the year to come.

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How self storage can help your business

How do you start a business when you have limited funds and nowhere to operate from? Here, we look at how self storage can be a viable option.

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Five things to consider when converting a property for commercial use

Finding a commercial property for a business can be a stressful and tricky task for entrepreneurs; we take a look at how you can do it.

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How to future proof your small business

In the wake of the Carillion collapse, Darren Upson, director of Small Business at Xero, talks about how to future proof small businesses.

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Fifteen reasons why you should shop at a local company

Choosing to shop at your local businesses instead of the larger chain stores has many benefits. In this piece, we take a look at some of the bigger ones.

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Deal or no deal? How to make sense of business energy offers

SME buyers are considering energy deals from multiple sources. Here's how to separate the good deals from the smoke and mirrors.

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Commercial property: Why now is the best time to invest

This new year, there is one question on the lips of business men and women around the UK: Is now the best time to purchase commercial property? We take the time to answer this question.

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Deal or no deal? How to make sense of business energy offers

SME buyers are considering energy deals from multiple sources. Here's how to separate the good deals from the smoke and mirrors.

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Commercial property: Why now is the best time to invest

This new year, there is one question on the lips of business men and women around the UK: Is now the best time to purchase commercial property? We take the time to answer this question.

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Six tips to build your business on a budget

Building a successful business on a budget is highly stressful - so we take a look at the six steps you can take to start.

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How to move your UK business to the Republic of Ireland

Why should you consider moving your UK business to Ireland? In this piece, we find out.

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What small businesses can learn from Patek Philippe

Here, we look at how businesses can learn a lot from Patek Philippe.

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A recipe for business success in 2018

Here, Rob Mercer, senior regional director, Ashley Finance, gives his recipe for generating business success in 2018.

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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?

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Why your business should switch to a broadband-based phone network

Analogue phone systems are increasingly being replaced by smarter broadband based networks – here’s why you should consider switching

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Streamlining document management for your small business

David Malan, sales director of DocuWare for the UK and Ireland, explains how the platform can streamline your document management