Why all business owners should be thinking about apprenticeships
In the week when our lives are going to be consumed by the General Election, I wanted to look at something a little bit more inspirational the rise in the number of apprenticeships.
Tag: Politics
Rising fuel prices” For fleet managers, it’s all in the next political disaster
By Paul Holland
Whilst fuel prices are typically driven by supply and demand, lately, it has been increasingly decided by geopolitical factors. So how can UK businesses navigate fuel costs in a volatile market Follow these tips to avoid getting caught up in the politics.
Why business leaders are key to fixing Brexit
By Jamie Waller
Entrepreneur turned investor Jamie Waller believes the country’s business leaders hold the key and have the necessary skills to negotiate a better deal for Britain.
The government weighs in on late payments fiasco with new report
The late payments issue has been growing over recent months, and with small businesses being most affected, the government has voiced its disapproval by announcing a plan of action to try and stop it.
British businesses are defying Brexit fears with economic growth
British politics has never been more newsworthy, but it’s about more than entertainment for SMEs, who should be keeping up with politics to prepare for the future.
SMEs must pay serious attention to Labour’s economic policies
If Labour practices what it preached at its recent annual conference, British business better watch out, writes Pimlico Plumbers founder Charlie Mullins.
4 common reasons why global business expansions fail
By Staff writer
The advantages of expanding overseas are vast but things can quickly go wrong. Here, Rick Hammell, the CEO of Elements Global Services, highlights the common reasons why international expansion fails.
Taking a stand: Championing the issues that matter to customers
By Staff writer
In the absence of government progressing the social agenda, more people are insisting that companies step up and advocate for the issues that matter to customers and employees.
The five tweets that sent share prices crashing
Following news that reality TV star Kylie Jenner wiped $1.3bn off the value of Snap’s share price, we look at some other instances of digital disturbance.
The current bloke isn’t up to the job, so I?m running for London mayor, says Charlie Mullins
Frustrated by the government and London mayor Sadiq Khan, Pimlico Plumbers boss Charlie Mullins has thrown his hat into the ring to take over.