The challenges of launching a second marketing startup
By Staff writer
I’ve gone through the business lifecycle, from creation, to growth and maturing before eventual sale, and am now launching a second startup. It’s been quite a ride.
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How to combat the effect of presenteeism
By Staff writer
Whilst many are familiar with the impact sickness absence has on businesses, especially smaller organisations, little information is provided about the effect of presenteeism.
Preparing for Brexit amid plans to make free movement a thing of the past
By Staff writer
Since the EU referendum result in June 2016 and the election ending in a hung parliament, employers have set their sights on preparing for Brexit and many are concerned.
Does your pension scheme invest responsibly?
By Staff writer
Employers across the country, just like you, are helping to transform the UK retirement landscape by giving millions access to a pension scheme. But there are numerous aspects businesses need to take into account.
UK political parties learned three key lessons from online retailers
By Staff writer
As election day fast approaches, the political parties involved are not only frantically trying to maximise their chances of getting your vote, but also to get you to help them financially, through a donation.
The difference between tax and duty
For the government to meet our demands for better healthcare and education, it first has to earn revenue from somewhere. So it pays to know the difference between tax and duty, its primary sources.
The reason you may not be getting funded
By Staff writer
Most people involved in the startup or SME game will agree it’s risky business; and for many entrepreneurs navigating the competitive landscape, getting funded is a significant hurdle.
A great speech is like a good dinner party
By Staff writer
Who doesn’t love a good dinner party” Amazing atmosphere, interesting people, sparkling wit and sumptuous food Mmm” are all likely to lead to a memorable evening. But did you know its preparation is akin to that needed for a great speech?
Top tips and things to avoid when outsourcing to grow
By Staff writer
I once described being a business leader or entrepreneur as being akin to a pinball. You know the game…the ball speeds out from the starting blocks and from that point until the game ends, the ball pings from one pillar to another. Sound familiar” It’s why some decide they need outsourcing to grow.
Six ways SMEs can avoid mistakes when recruiting
By Staff writer
With a staggering 5.5m businesses in the UK and 99 per cent of these being classed as SMEs (employing 0-249 people), it is vital these companies avoid mistakes when recruiting.