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Reducing risks: how to move from reactive to proactive
Risk is a huge part of starting up any business and there is no avoiding it. However, there are ways to manage and reduce risk. Here are some steps you can take to reduce the risk.
Date: 8 June 2022 By:
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A starter guide to secure ecommerce payment processing
If you want to trade online, your ecommerce site will need to be able to accept online payments. Discover the options and considerations you need to take into account.
Date: 24 May 2022 By:
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The importance of filling gaps in your business
If your business is to survive and thrive, you need to identify and address the gaps in your business. Learn about the main gaps businesses experience and how to address them.
Date: 18 May 2022 By:
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Five considerations when choosing an Instagram influencer
When choosing an influencer to work with, you need to consider more than just the number of followers they have. Here are five key considerations.
Date: 17 May 2022 By:
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How automation can simplify the accounts payable process
Keeping manual accounts payable records can be time-consuming and prone to errors, resulting in inefficacies and delays. Discover how automating your accounts payable can eliminate these problems.
Date: 17 May 2022 By:
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Tips to improve your fleet productivity
Rising costs, increasing legislation and staff shortages make fleet management an imperative for many businesses. Discover our top fleet management tips.
Date: 17 May 2022 By:
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Tips for choosing the right point of sale software
A point of sale system can help you manage and overcome a range of business challenges. Discover how to choose the right one for your business.
Date: 11 May 2022 By:
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Five ways start up and small businesses can make ends meet
Starting a business can be exciting but the flip side is that your financial security is heavily reliant on the success of your business. We share five tips for making ends meet.
Date: 11 May 2022 By:
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The benefits of telephone market research
In addition to a potentially massive global focus group, there are other key business benefits from telephone market research. Learn more in this blog from More Than Words Marketing.
Date: 11 May 2022 By:
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Five tips for improving employee engagement
Keeping your employees engaged is key to business success. Discover how to boost employee engagement and create a positive work environment with happy, hardworking and productive employees.
Date: 9 May 2022 By:
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Using a personal loan to start a business
Applying for a business loan is easier said than done without a proven track record. Using a personal loan to fund your business may be worth considering. Read more on the benefits and risks here.
Date: 9 May 2022 By:
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Five ways to start a business with no money
Getting funding is one of the most important yet difficult parts of starting any business, but you don't have to be a millionaire to get things off the ground. Check out Tudor Lodge Digitals' five ways to raise start-up funds.
Date: 9 May 2022 By:
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Free, government-backed legal guidance from Business Companion
Compliance with the law is essential as a small business if you want to avoid the potential pitaffs and penalties. Find out how Business Companion from the Chartered Trading Standards Institute can help.
Date: 6 May 2022 By:
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How to help staff with high-functioning depression
New research by Bupa has revealed a rise in UK employees struggling with their mental health at work. This article looks at how managers can support employees living with high-functioning depression.
Date: 6 May 2022 By:
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Ditch the jargon – self assessment explained
Self assessment can be tricky enough without complicated terminology and jargon. Cut through all the confusion with our self assessment jargon buster.
Date: 5 May 2022 By:
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SEO audits: why are they so important to your business?
If you're wondering why your website is not performing as well as anticipated, you should carry out an SEO audit. Find out how and why.
Date: 4 May 2022 By:
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What to include in a landscaping business plan
A well thought out business plan is essential if your landscaping firm is to flourish and grow. Here's what you need to include.
Date: 4 May 2022 By: