About

Owen was a reporter for Bonhill Group plc writing across the Smallbusiness.co.uk and Growthbusiness.co.uk titles before moving on to be a Digital Technology reporter for the Express.co.uk.

News

Procrastinators unite! Study exposes UK as a nation of WhatsApp addicts

Three quarters of UK workers admit they spend up to six hours procrastinating on Whatsapp, according to new poll.

Advice

How to get unpaid invoices settled within four weeks

Here, Shweta Jhajharia of The London Coaching Group, guides us on a 4 week plan to chasing up unpaid invoices.

Office & home working

London’s ten most iconic office spaces

They’re the prime London business addresses many company directors dream of operating from but a new study reveals they aren’t as expensive as you might think.

News

Firms not prepared for forthcoming data protection changes

New research suggests that businesses are simply not prepared for the new data protection laws coming in 2018.

News

The top industries to find a job in right now

CV-Library reveals where job vacancies and salaries rose across the UK last quarter.

News

UK investors rally behind post-Brexit business

More than half of UK investors believe Brexit will provide new opportunities for UK companies to expand their global presence.

Employing & managing staff

Should we be brave enough to take sick leave for mental health?

Now that businesses are taking notice and supporting staff members with mental health issues, should you take off sick leave for your health?

Marketing

Why the best advertising for hospitality players is none at all

Here, Dax Dasilva, CEO of Lightspeed, explains how the hospitality industry can cut through the advertising noise.

Business management

Optimism in the face of uncertainty for SME retailers

Here, Derek O’Carroll, CEO of Brightpearl, explains why UK SMEs remain optimistic of their chances despite political uncertainty with Brexit.

Finding and selling to customers

The end of shopping around? Engaging in the customer experience

Here, Andrew Fowler, UK country manager at Apptus, explores the potential end of brick and mortar shopping in the face of advancing customer experience.

Finding and selling to customers

HR tips for small business leaders (in growth mode)

Here, Ronni Zehavi CEO of hibob, highlights the top HR tips for small businesses leaders who are looking to grow in 2017.

Marketing

How important is marketing for small businesses?

Here, Shahzad Ali, managing director of Get Licensed, explains why marketing is important for small businesses.