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Finding green suppliers
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Finding green suppliers Smaller companies are responsible for around half of all greenhouse gas emissions from UK businesses, so every start-up has a role to play in helping to tackle climate change. The facts about the impact of climate change are stark. The United Nation’s landmark report in […]
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How technology can help your business be net zero
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How technology can help your business be net zero Sustainability, net zero and reducing your start-up’s carbon footprint are becoming important issues for business owners. From cutting down on waste to reducing the amount of miles travelled for business, many small changes can lower harmful […]
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Coping with work-related stress and supporting staff
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Coping with work-related stress and supporting staff The Mental Health Foundation has found that mental health problems are one of the leading causes of work absence, with 70 million days lost each year due to mental health problems costing employers £2.4bn per year. According to the Health and […]
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How to spot the signs of workplace stress
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How to spot the signs of workplace stress Ever feel stressed because of work? You’re not alone. According to the Health and Safety Executive , 822,000 workers suffered from work-related stress in 2020/21, with stress, depression or anxiety accounting for half of all work-related ill health cases. […]
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24 new business ideas to launch in 2025
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24 new business ideas to launch in 2025 Kickstart 2025 with our inspirational list of businesses you could launch if running a start-up is on your list of new year’s resolutions. Getting a business idea off the ground can be challenging at the best of times. With the UK fighting recession, you may […]
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Start up challenges (and how to overcome them)
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Start up challenges (and how to overcome them) Despite recent falls during the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of new businesses in the UK has grown substantially since 2000. House of Commons research (PDF, 403 KB) found that private sector businesses grew from 3.5m in 2000 to 5.6m in 2021, with […]
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How to launch a green business
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How to launch a green business Despite recent falls during the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of new businesses in the UK has grown substantially since 2000. House of Commons research found that private sector businesses grew from 3.5m in 2000 to 5.6m in 2021, with micro-businesses (0-9 employees) […]
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Sustainability certification schemes for businesses
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Sustainability certification schemes for businesses Being a sustainable start-up could make sound business sense. From the government’s commitment to net zero to consumers choosing more sustainable lifestyles , many start-ups are launching that offer sustainable solutions to tackling issues such as […]
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How to upskill your workforce without breaking the bank
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How to upskill your workforce without breaking the bank Want to train up your staff but unsure where to start? We’ve identified five ways you can upskill your employees while keeping an eye on your start-up’s finances. Regardless of the size of the business, employee training can be one of the […]
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How to care for your mental wellbeing and avoid burnout
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How to care for your mental wellbeing and avoid burnout Starting a business can be a pressured time, so it makes sense to take steps to protect your mental wellbeing. Trying to get your idea off the ground can be accompanied by pressures that may adversely affect your mental wellbeing. Long hours, […]