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.
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Franchising allows you to set up a business following a proven formula - although you'll be subject to restrictions. Our guide to franchising.
How to start a business: everything you need to know, from choosing a business name and registering a company to writing a business plan.
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.
Your business might be entitled to claim a grant. Here's how to identify a scheme and apply for grant funding.
Guide to tax for self-employed workers including income tax and National Insurance rates for UK freelancers and sole traders
The trade marks, patents and other intellectual property (IP) in your business can be valuable assets. Learn how to protect IP from being exploited.
Are you confused or sceptical about what market research can offer? We reveal how to use market research successfully for your small business.
Are your premises feeling cramped, cluttered or shabby? Follow our tips to give them - and your staff - a new lease of life.
A job description will help you write your job advert, provides pointers when interviewing and makes it clear to candidates what you are looking for.
Growing your trade business does not need to cost the earth, as Benjamin Dyer explains. A few simple techniques can bring in more business.