Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
News
Boarded-up shops have tripled over the last year, says a report by The Local Data Company (LDC).
Work life balance
More female entrepreneurs are discovering how a mentor can reinvigorate their business.
Startup Funding and Grants
Although winning the lottery to get funding for your start-up might seem like an easier option than getting a bank loan, there are still other forms of finance out there.
Small Business Banking
I have been refused a business bank account due to bad credit history. At present I do not have debt other than my mortgage. What should I do?
Accounting
How can I increase my fixed salary when the business starts to make a profit?
News
Workers do not feel totally confident about their work skills until they reach 37 years old, research claims.
Blog
While any help singled out for small businesses should be welcomed, the appointment of Sir Alan Sugar as 'Enterprise Tsar' smacks of gimmicky desperation.
Business Ideas & Planning
Hairdressing tops other professions for happiness levels and as an industry that attracts 340 million client visits a year, you can see why. So get chopping with our guide and start making waves as a salon owner.
Sole trader
Is it possible to set up as a sole trader while still being employed full-time?
Startup Funding and Grants
You don't have to give up your dream of starting your own business just because a bank turns you down. SmallBusiness.co.uk takes a look at the other finance options available for ambitious start ups.
News
The majority of female owner-managers are focused on growing their businesses.
News
Modifying the existing Working Tax Credits scheme to support reduced working hours would help small firms.