Latest Guides & Tips
Choosing a solicitor: How to avoid the pitfalls
Stephen Newman, managing partner of Baxter Caulfield Solicitors, gives advice on taking on a solicitor.
HR for start-ups – how to get it right
Margery McBain, MD of Gravitate HR, outlines the key human resources considerations for a small business owners starting up.
How to approach insolvency
Mark Wilkinson, of law firm Lee & Priestley, explains the insolvency procedure and the possibility of continuing to trade.
Bartering in business
Exchanging goods and services is increasingly popular in a cash-strapped economy.
How interns can boost social media presence
Interns can be used for boosting social media presence when you can't afford a professional.
The benefits of video marketing
SmallBusiness.co.uk looks at how creating videos can convey an impactful company message.
Royal British Legion grant
Former soldier Chris Lait of The Drake Academy, which offers corporate training, development and reward programmes, benefited from a business grant from the Royal British Legion.
The benefits of invoice finance
SmallBusiness.co.uk looks at how factoring and invoice discounting can help with cash flow.
Getting your business Olympics-fit
Martin Hayward explains how businesses should prepare for the infrastructure challenges posed by the Olympics.
Competing with the big boys
SmallBusiness.co.uk looks at how smaller companies can get ahead when faced with giant competition.
Franchising your business
Mum of two Rachel Ray decided to franchise her domestic cleaning company Bright and Beautiful in 2010. She shares her advice for would-be franchisors with SmallBusiness.co.uk.
Top tips for raising equity finance
Entrepreneur Guy Rigby offers guidance on preparing for fundraising.
Beyond the freemium model
SmallBusiness.co.uk looks at the basics of moving from a freemium to pay model.
