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Hiscox business insurance for small & medium businesses
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Winners and losers
Ben Lobel 24/01/2012
It seems that despite the government’s assurance that the Olympics will provide a long-lasting economic legacy for the UK, businesses remain unconvinced. Have your say »
Deciding on your financing needs
Small Business Finance 06/12/2011
Rory Earley, CEO of Capital for Enterprise, looks at the ramifications of getting a bank loan to fund growth opportunities. Have your say »
Winning new business in 2012
Guest Blogger 02/02/2012
Shaun Thompson, CEO of Sandler Training, explains how growth is possible in frugal times. Have your say »
Advice on starting a business and writing a business plan
Q: I’m currently studying at a music college at degree level. Next year, I aim to start my own teaching business. Can you give me some information regarding funding and creating a business plan?
Business plan writing and review service
Business planning is an essential stage when starting a business; Wisteria works with you to create a custom business plan.
Guide to writing a business plan
This factsheet describes what a business plan should include, how you should go about writing one and what you will achieve by doing so.
Get a business plan
Business Plan Express offer easy to use, affordable business plans including free support and upgrades for life.
Easy-to-follow business plan guide
This guide from BusinessLink will show you how to prepare a high-quality business plan using a number of easy-to-follow steps.
Enterprise fellowships for post-grads
The Enterprise Fellowship programme provides business training, funding, access to mentors, business experts and professional advisers for post-graduates.
Other Start A Business Resources
Barclays Business Start Up Account
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Barclays Business Start Up Account
Get everything you'd expect from a Barclays Business account…Free business banking for up to 2 years (Ts&Cs apply). Free day-to-day support from our Barclays Business Team by phone 24/7 and Mobile Banking, manage your account quickly and easily from a web-enabled phone. Apply online.
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