Who’s at risk from HMRC pursuing tax-evading sellers at eBay and Etsy
The tax authority is making use of its increased powers by following up with thousands of individuals – but many online users are unsure as to whether they’re at risk.
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Digital disruption is an opportunity not a threat for travel brands
By Peter Veash
Peter Veash, CEO of The BIO Agency, discusses why the travel industry is yet to tap into the potential of technology to create a more streamlined customer experience.
Native mobile video advertising: The new TV for advertisers and SMEs
If you’re a brand that relies on TV to reach your audiences, you might be worried as cost and distractions can be factors impacting the reach. However, big brands and SMEs alike have a new opportunity to engage their audiences with native advertising.
The four ways social media has revolutionised the recruitment process
Social media is no longer a mere source of entertainment, and has evolved to disrupt the recruitment process by offering businesses a much more innovative way to fill vacancies.
Capital allowances: It’s crunch time for David Cameron
By Mark Tighe
Mark Tighe, managing director of capital allowances specialists Catax Solutions, discusses what the Conservatives can do to ensure small business owners receive the tax relief each are owed.
Silicon Valley view: For entrepreneurs, it’s hard to see the traps before it’s too late
Observing Silicon Valley’s brightest entrepreneurs at work has taught me a great deal about the pitfalls for any young business. A lot of clever people with interesting ideas fall into some very common traps.
Why it’s almost always a bad idea for British SMEs to offer discounts
Businesses want to increase their profits where possible, and will often look to offer discounts to attract customers. However, reducing costs is almost always a bad idea.
Why promoting workplace wellbeing is crucial to the success of UK businesses
The world of work takes its toll on everyone, whether you spend your days sat behind a desk or run off your feet.
What can we learn from Apple and Coke’s mistakes regarding customer experience
The Apple brand name has long become synonymous with innovation. Steve Jobs acclaimed this success to his mantra “the user is king”. But has the company stepped away from its founder’s philosophy More crucially, can leaders learn from its most recent mistake
How entrepreneurs can keep motivated when starting a new business
By Emily Farnan
You’ve made the decision to start your own business. You’ve given up that steady pay cheque and instead invested in yourself. No one’s motivation can truly be tested as well as the entrepreneur’s – so it’s time to get yourself motivated and stay that way.