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From Olympic trials to a £5m wealth management platform: Strabo’s Ben Waterman

June 3, 2026

By Annie May Byrne-Noonan

Entrepreneurs are a resilient bunch; they experience challenges and disappointment regularly. Yet, the successful ones somehow manage to summon up …

What is the apprenticeship wage rate?

February 13, 2026

By Joel Hurst

If you’re an employer looking to take on an apprentice, or you’re considering becoming an apprentice yourself, one of the …

Four Ways To Ensure Christmas Cheer Doesn’t Turn Into A Cash Flow Crisis

December 1, 2025

By Staff writer

As much as we love Christmas, it can be a challenging time for small businesses. For some it is a peak period of the year. While this seems like a great thing on the surface, it actually throws up all sorts of issues to be dealt with by over-stretched management teams and could lead to a cash flow crisis.

What is the process for debt recovery?

November 30, 2025

By Sebastian Duncan

Debt recovery can be a tricky business, especially when the level of debt owed to you amounts to one that …

How To Choose The Right Accountant For Your SME

October 17, 2025

By Praseeda Nair

Having support with your accountancy needs can stabilise your business and make it more attractive to investors.

What Is Post-Shipment Finance & How Could It Help Your Exporting Business?

April 25, 2025

By Sebastian Duncan

A special type of trade finance, post-shipment finance refers to the financial assistance offered to exporters who are able to …

How To Do Payroll: A Guide For Small UK Businesses

August 16, 2024

By Sebastian Duncan

Payroll is a process of calculating wages for employees, using features to comply with various HMRC regulations, and applying relevant …

What is the difference between finance and economics?

July 21, 2021

By Sebastian Duncan

In the world of business, ‘finance’ and ‘economics’ are two words that are often used interchangeably despite the stark differences …

More transparency needed in loans industry

June 11, 2021

By Daniel Tannenbaum

A startup founder has called for more transparency in the fast-moving space of loan reclaims. In recent years, thousands of …

How to choose a ‘follow on’ investor

July 17, 2020

By Oliver Holle

Speedinvest’s Managing Partner, Oliver Holle tells readers how to choose a ‘follow on’ investor.

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