Essential guide to buying a franchise
Franchising allows you to set up a business following a proven formula - although you'll be subject to restrictions. Our guide to franchising.
HELPING SMALL BUSINESSES SUCCEED
Franchising allows you to set up a business following a proven formula - although you'll be subject to restrictions. Our guide to franchising.
Heather Baker had no previous experience of running a business, but when a local business came up for sale the opportunity was much too good to miss.
Statistics show business failures are on the increase. Make sure your business isn't next. We share 10 steps to helping ensure your businesses survival.
Cash flow is vital to every business. Rory MccGwire explores ways you can improve your business's cash flow from using accounting software to increasing sales, stock control to reviewing pricing.
Guide to tax for self-employed workers including income tax and National Insurance rates for UK freelancers and sole traders
What are non-disclosure agreements and how they can protect small businesses? Alex Craig, Head of Commercial at Muckle LLP explains.
From demonstrating that you understand your customers to handling complaints promptly and effectively, learn how to set up a customer care programme.
Rolling out of bed and starting work sounds idyllic but successfully running a business from home takes discipline and organisational skills.
All employees with 26 weeks' service are entitled to request flexible working. But will it be small-business owners who are left carrying the cost?
Ben Dyer offers advice on growing your trade business, covering everything from recruiting new staff to marketing and generating leads.