Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Sole trader
Setting up as a sole trader is the preferred option for many businesses starting out. James Johnson guides you through what to do
Sole trader
Deciding to go self-employed is a big step for anyone. Follow this guide to going self-employed and be confident. We’ve got your back
Business Ideas & Planning
With many facing redundancy as businesses emerge from lockdown and those on furlough lose their jobs, here are five low-cost ideas for starting your own business post Covid-19
Starting a Business
Forming your own company can be overwhelming for anybody starting out. LegalZoom has a range of packages to make starting a limited company as easy as possible.
Advice
Mattel, Harley Davidson and Disney all started out as side hustles. How can you turn your passion project into a business and escape your day job?
Advice
Here are seven tips that you can use to assist you out of a tight spot and get your business back on track.
Business management
Here, we talk to former England basketball player John Dabrowski about starting motivational training company JD Mindcoach and perceptions of senior people in business.
Outlook
Most owners of small businesses have no regrets about starting up on their own. This is according to a recent survey that also revealed a distinct lack of planning in UK small firms and the role of mothers in starting up.
Startup Funding and Grants
How can I use surplus cash in my existing limited company to fund my new start-up business?
Partner content
Your business could save money on CBILS repayments by refinancing for an RLS loan – Funding Options tells us how
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Professional indemnity insurance provides cover if somebody sues your business and they allege that your advice caused financial loss or damaged their brand. It’s not just for accountants and lawyers but for anyone offering a personal service, even web designers
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Public liability insurance can cover your small business if a third party has an accident or injury. But does public liability insurance cover claims made against your business arising from Covid-19?
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Every small business may need to be insured at some level. But which policies are must-haves, and which are optional? Edward Murray guides you through the maze