Gandys flip-flops uses some of its profits to help orphans in India – just one reason this fast-growing flip-flop brand continues to win admirers.

Franchising allows you to set up a business following a proven formula - although you'll be subject to restrictions. Our guide to franchising.

Five questions you need to ask and answer before you start up a new business. Great advice here from business adviser Daryl Woodhouse.

Jonathan Wall of law firm Burton Copeland explains key legal issues for start-ups, including business structure, insurance, tax and data.

Small business finance has changed dramatically in recent years. Now SMEs can get the working capital they need online, not just from banks.

Once your sales reach the annual threshold, you must register for VAT. Our guide to when and how to register, and what you need to do once you have.

Whether transport strikes, or weather disruption, planning ahead can keep your business running when staff can’t get to work.

Business change is not just about cost-cutting; by focusing on adding value and keeping staff on side you can increase profits says Clive Hyman.

Small Business Saturday is now a fixture on the pre-Christmas calendar. Find out how you can get involved and make the most of this special day.

Cost, services, leases, location and flexibility – all these and more are key factors when you are choosing your first office space.

Hiring your first employee is a big step for any start-up; here's how to choose the right candidate that will grow with your business.

Rory Hope on the five technology must-haves for every start-up business, including accounting software, social media and digital filing.

Benjamin Dyer explains how to make more money when you run a trade business by keeping your costs down and getting your pricing right.