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Why business loan applications get denied - and how to fix it
There may be more funding options out there these days - but it can still be challenging to get a business loan. What to do if you get turned down.
Date: 3 December 2019 By:
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Why employee wellbeing isn’t a workplace fad
Make sure you’re not just paying lip service to employee health and happiness. Why you need to take staff wellbeing seriously - and how to do it.
Date: 2 December 2019 By:
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Ensure your next office move is the right one
If you’re thinking that the grass looks greener when it comes to your business premises, here’s how to improve your chances of making a smart move.
Date: 2 December 2019 By:
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Choosing a business bank account for your start-up
You don’t have to get a business bank account when you start up - but the features on offer could make it worthwhile. Choosing the best provider.
Date: 28 November 2019 By:
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Essential marketing tips for start-ups
All successful small businesses need to understand their audience, market, value proposition and more. Here’s a quick guide to getting started.
Date: 22 November 2019 By:
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How to start up your own SEO agency
Despite SEO services being hotly in demand, many agencies start up only to fail. How to make a successful go of things - the steps to follow.
Date: 4 November 2019 By:
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How your hosting provider can affect WordPress site security
If you’re building a WordPress site for your start-up, you need to choose a hosting provider. Your options, and how each one compares for security.
Date: 4 November 2019 By:
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Going self-employed: what to consider before you quit your job
It’s exciting to strike out on your own - but not always easy. Before handing in your notice, makes sure you‘ve considered these three implications.
Date: 4 November 2019 By:
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Six things to consider when looking for business premises
If you’re just starting up, it’s tempting to move into the first commercial space that’s halfway affordable - but wait. Read these tips first.
Date: 31 October 2019 By:
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How much are you spending on unnecessary software?
The average office computer has more than £200 of unnecessary software installed on it. Five free solutions that could do the job just as well.
Date: 29 October 2019 By:
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How to promote your business with search marketing
Every business, new or old, needs to manage its online presence and keep driving traffic to its website. Using search marketing to get found.
Date: 29 October 2019 By:
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Three tips for handling the paper tax return deadline
With 31 October fast approaching, Mike Parkes from GoSimpleTax explains how to prepare your paper Self Assessment return and file with confidence.
Date: 24 October 2019 By:
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It's not easy being green: reducing plastic waste
We're facing a global climate crisis - and plastic pollution is one of the biggest culprits. But producers are thinking up some innovative solutions.
Date: 23 October 2019 By:
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Why working for a small business could be a big career move
While big businesses have historically been a magnet for talented candidates, SMEs may offer more autonomy and room to grow. How to make the choice.
Date: 18 October 2019 By:
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How to start up and grow your own courier firm
With the rise in online shopping, logistics is a growth industry - and you could have a piece of the action. Building a successful delivery business.
Date: 2 October 2019 By:
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Three smart cybersecurity tips for start ups
Like it or not, hackers are always on the lookout for ways to exploit your precious data. Keep them locked out of your systems with these tips.
Date: 2 October 2019 By:
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Do I need to register as a self-employed sole trader?
Do you know your employment status and what do you need to do if you have earnings from self-employment? Mike Parkes of GoSimpleTax talks us through.
Date: 18 September 2019 By: