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Going self-employed means earning a living by working for yourself rather than someone else. You’re solely responsible for your...
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Read article What customers think of your brand, products and services creates an emotional connection that builds customer loyalty. Central to this is customer...
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Read article Marketing a startup can seem like an impossible challenge. Limited advertising budgets can make it difficult to attract those vital early customers....
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Read article Whether you’re a start-up or a company that’s well established, Brexit is likely to have an impact on some part of your business. ...
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Read article With businesses facing fines of up to €20m or 4% of worldwide turnover for a serious data breach, it pays to take steps to protect customer...
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Read article Getting your products into a major supermarket such as Tesco or Asda can transform your business. A place on the shelves of a supermarket can see...
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Read article Launching a business takes more than dreaming up an idea and picking a name for your new venture. Careful planning and research, along with taking...
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Read article Launching a successful online business has never been easier. There are hundreds of online business ideas that you can develop, equipped with little...
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Read article The UK is a nation of dog lovers with over 8.5m dogs in the UK. According to Tailster, UK owners spend around £1.5bn on dog walking services...
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Read article If your business has outgrown the kitchen table and your home is overflowing with business materials and inventory. Whether it’s an office, a...
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Read article Opening a new shop is a dream come true for many small businesses. Yet before you throw open the doors to eager customers, it pays to think...
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Read article Defining your target market is essential for every start up. Rather than crossing your fingers and hoping for the best, having a clear idea of your...
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Read article Creating a healthy work environment is good for employees and it can give your start-up business a productivity boost too. Healthy working...
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Read article Whether selling products to new customers or providing support and information to existing customers, a website is essential. If you lack the...
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Read article Whether updating an ageing office or moving into a new office, fitting out an office takes careful planning. An office fit out checklist will help...
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Read article Starting a home business can be a rewarding decision. There are hundreds of home business ideas to choose from, and the good news is many are easy...
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Read article Today’s agile start ups are embracing modern coworking spaces. Coworking spaces can be cost-effective, flexible and collaborative. However...
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Read article The British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme has lent £500 million to UK small businesses since it was set up in 2012, according...
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Read article With the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system, employers deduct tax and national insurance (NICs) from their employees’ earnings including statutory...
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Read article When setting up your own business, finding a lawyer isn’t usually top of your to-do list. Yet getting the right legal support – from...
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