Business management

Why a small business owner might need a mentor

Overcome the loneliness you can feel as an entrepreneur by considering a mentor, Ian Cowley suggests.

Advice

The key business moves that shaped the growth of my company

Ed Reeves, founder of Moneypenny, shares his thoughts on the key decisions that resulted in a step-change at his company.

Business Ideas & Planning

The increasing investment in fast-growth hybrid businesses

Hybrid companies which combine a digital platform and a real life in-demand service on the ground are on the rise. Here, Michael Bruce looks at this revolutionary business model.

Buying and selling a company

Buying a business vs starting one: The pros and cons

Deciding to be your own boss is often a lightbulb moment, but finding the right way to achieve this will be your first challenge; should you start a business from scratch or buy one that's ready to go?

Advice

The power of public speaking for a small business owner 

Neil Crespin shares some dos and don'ts when it comes to presenting to an audience.

Business management

The battle between impulse and planning for a small business

Here, Michael Wood mulls over the balance between acting on impulse and being more meticulous when preparing for your life in business.