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Social Media

The Social Media small business archive. This section features expert advice and guidance on strategies UK small business owners can use to grow and sustain a successful presence on social media platforms.

Series

StartUp Creative

StartUp Creative is an Instagram feed for inspiration, encouragement and education, as well as connecting with its owner, Kaylene Langford

Series

The best Instagram accounts to follow for your small business

Instagram needn't be a mindless scroll for small business owners. We've found five accounts which will give you inspiration and motivation

Employing & managing staff

Can I sack my employee for a racist tweet?

It may sound ridiculous, but you can’t fire an employee for posting a racist tweet on the spot – If you don’t follow the correct procedures then you could be left counting the costs

Getting Online

6 tips to help you maintain your online presence post-pandemic

To help businesses with the easing of restrictions, GoDaddy has a masterclass on maintaining your online presence post pandemic

Getting Online

3 things small businesses should know to successfully sell online

To help businesses that have launched over the past year, GoDaddy has a masterclass on reaching customers and selling your products online

News

TikTok launches entrepreneur competition with £5,000 cash prize

TikTok has launched a competition for entrepreneurs with a package of prizes for the winner. Here's what you need to know and how to enter

Getting Online

4 tips for promoting your business online when you’re on a budget

To help businesses that have launched over the past year, GoDaddy has a masterclass on promoting your business online while keeping costs low

Marketing

Clubhouse app – what is it and how can I use it for small business marketing?

Clubhouse is a new social media app, but what opportunities does it have for small businesses? Jim Meadows tell us more

Marketing

How to grow your business with zero advertising budget

You don’t need an advertising budget to drive sales. What you need is an authentic message and customers who support your vision

Business Technology

Facebook Disabled Me – how to avoid being locked out of your business account

We take a look behind the hashtag #facebookdisabledme and find out what it means for small businesses who use the platform

Marketing

How to use Snapchat to sell your products to Gen Z

Snapchat is ubiquitous for those aged between 14 and 24 in the States. Yet many small businesses are timid about marketing to Gen Z. Brian Skewes shows you how

Marketing

How NOT to tweet like President Trump if you want to keep your account

Creating waves on Twitter is not always a bad thing but you must be careful what you do post. Four do’s and don’ts of sharing controversial material on Twitter.

Partner content

Benefits of switching to the right business bank account

In case you were in any doubt, here are five key benefits of switching your business bank account – and how to make the switch.

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.

Partner content

What are the funding options for hospitality businesses?

Hospitality businesses have faced a number of challenges in the last couple of years. Find out what funding and support is available.

Employing & managing staff

The importance of vocational rehabilitation services for SMEs

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?