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How much space do you need for your start-up?
Some businesses start up from a kitchen table - but if you have a team, you need office space. How to choose the right premises based on your needs.
Date: 3 June 2019 By:
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WannaCry: four cybersecurity lessons for businesses
The opportunistic WannaCry cyber attacks revealed gaping flaws in basic security planning. How can businesses avoid being caught out again?
Date: 28 May 2019 By:
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What effect will Brexit have on start-ups?
While some British businesses may feel their potential is being inhibited by Brexit, others may end up benefiting. Is now the right time to start up?
Date: 7 May 2019 By:
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Three smart ways to improve your site's search ranking
If your website is vital to your firm's success, then search visibility should be a top consideration. Three ideas to help you get found online.
Date: 7 May 2019 By:
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How to make your work-from-home business look professional
There are millions of home-based businesses in the UK. Here are some tips for those businesses on appearing more professional and established.
Date: 25 April 2019 By:
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Options for raising capital for a new business venture
Many business ideas never get off the ground due to a lack of funding. This article explores the various options for financing a start-up business.
Date: 25 April 2019 By:
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How TV and film can influence your office design
Life is not like the movies, but we can be inspired by them. Learn how fictional offices can help us create interesting and inspiring work places.
Date: 17 April 2019 By:
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Business travel in Europe after Brexit
The Brexit picture is still unclear but business must go on. We answer key questions about the possible impact leaving the EU has on business travel.
Date: 16 April 2019 By:
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4 startup founder essentials to grow a strong business
Four essential bits of advice for startup founders: communicate well, know your market, build a team, and be ready to keep adapting
Date: 16 April 2019 By:
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Seven steps to starting a recruitment company
Seven steps to successfully starting and growing a recruitment company in the UK
Date: 9 April 2019 By:
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How to fund a new business start-up
If your own savings are insufficient to fund your business start up, consider these sources of external funding
Date: 9 April 2019 By:
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Everything entrepreneurs need to know about expansion
Done well, expansion will take a business to the next level, establishing the platform for strong future growth. Here’s how to build for the future.
Date: 9 April 2019 By:
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Creating a sustainable organisational structure
Ambitious startups can bet set up with a structure, a team and operational processes that make growing and adapting much easier in the future.
Date: 9 April 2019 By:
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12 key Brexit questions for your small business
The UK is still to decide the nature of its EU exit. Here are 12 key questions for all small businesses, regardless of how or when we leave the EU.
Date: 8 April 2019 By:
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How to keep a lid on business travel costs
Business travel is an inevitable part of business from client and supplier meetings to searching for premises. These tips will help keep costs down.
Date: 8 April 2019 By:
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Ten ways video marketing can help your business grow
Video marketing is no longer the preserve of big firms. Anyone can make a quick and cheap video and video marketing can help you grow your business.
Date: 5 April 2019 By:
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What to consider when buying a farm business
Are you thinking of starting a brand new life as a farm owner? How to ensure you make the right investment, and go in with realistic expectations.
Date: 4 April 2019 By: