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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 5.5m in 2024, 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, […]
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Community Interest Companies – benefits and challenges of CICs
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Community Interest Companies – benefits and challenges of CICs For some, starting their own business is an opportunity to help a community and give back, providing valuable solutions while also reaping the benefits of being their own boss. One way a budding entrepreneur could do this is to start a […]
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Hiring for equality, diversity and inclusion as a start-up
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Hiring for equality, diversity and inclusion as a start-up Hiring new employees can be an exciting step in the growth of your start-up business. Recruiting for a diverse and inclusive workplace can bring many benefits, such as increasing business profitability. An equal opportunities approach is […]
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How start-ups are bouncing back in 2022
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How start-ups are bouncing back in 2022 While the Covid pandemic and government lockdowns allowed some to make their business dreams a reality and earn some extra income, it hasn’t been plain sailing for every start-up. From struggling to find manufacturers to not having enough employees to package […]