Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
The Be The Boss small business archive.
Advice
Becoming an apiarist could keep you as busy as a bee. So do it with patience, preparation and passion – or don’t do it at all.
Advice
The extraordinary world of immersive theatre – in particular Suspects, Lunatics and a Leather Apron, which explores the Jack the Ripper story.
Advice
Frustrated with endless paperwork, art teacher Wayne sought a creative career elsewhere and now offers art workshops and craft-themed parties to people of all ages
Investing in a franchise
How two co-founders of a thriving PR firm harnessed a “mid-life crisis” to switch careers to their enduring satisfaction
Advice
How a passion for fine cheeses and craft ales – and a positive response to a Twitter business pitch – spawned a thriving shop in north London.
Advice
Have you ever thought about becoming a butcher? Terry Murray and son explain the highs and lows of running a popular family butchers in London.
Business Ideas & Planning
Ever dreamt about becoming a florist? Learn about the reality of running your own shop with north London-based florist Alys.
Advice
NHS cost accountant turned pet shop owner Hannah shares her story and advice with would-be pet shop owners and animal lovers seeking a career change.
Advice
Tired of working long hours in financial PR, Sam switched to a very different vocation and couldn’t be happier. This is her story.
Employing & managing staff
In Aviva’s latest SME research*, 57 per cent of employers surveyed agreed that nowadays employees expect benefits to protect against loss of income or earnings. What do you offer your people?
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