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This section takes you through every important aspect of how to run a successful business. It offers expert guides and advice articles on the key elements of business management such as employing staff, finding customers, marketing and sales, pricing, people management, office and home working, business technology and everything else an entrepreneur must tackle in order to succeed.

How to claim on business interruption insurance post-pandemic

Steven Skiba explains how Covid-19 shook up the world of business interruption insurance and what you need to know about making a claim

Small Business Insurance

Export & Import

Export Support Package – what is it and how do I apply?

If you've thought about exporting but are unsure where to start, the Export Support Package might be able to help

Business Technology

Avoid these AI risks in your business

Generative AI has its uses in business but getting it wrong can be damaging. Katherine Evans explores the potential pitfalls

Small Business Insurance

How to reduce employers’ liability insurance

Employers’ liability insurance premiums are currently rising at around 4 per cent a year. Here are some tips as to how to keep those EL insurance premiums down

Small Business Insurance

Businesses breaking law over employers liability insurance

Nearly a million small businesses are unwittingly breaking the law by not having compulsory employers’ liability insurance cover in place – and penalties are severe

Small Business Insurance

Small business insurance: What to look for in a policy

In this piece, we look at the variety of business insurance cover you should consider in your small company.

Employing & managing staff

How to draw up an employment contract

Employers are legally bound to provide a written statement of terms and conditions from day one of a new worker starting. Sue Temelty of The HR Dept expalins what's compulsory and what can be added later, once your new member of staff has settled in

Small Business Insurance

Employers’ liability insurance – don’t get caught out!

Whatever the line of work, all small businesses will carry an element of risk which could affect its staff

Employing & managing staff

How to draw up an employment contract

Employers are legally bound to provide a written statement of terms and conditions from day one of a new worker starting. Sue Temelty of The HR Dept expalins what's compulsory and what can be added later, once your new member of staff has settled in

Small Business Insurance

Employers’ liability insurance – don’t get caught out!

Whatever the line of work, all small businesses will carry an element of risk which could affect its staff

Marketing

When is the best time to run an affiliate marketing campaign?

Affiliate marketing - promoting your brand through other people's influential websites - is something big brands have been doing for years. Now affiliate marketing is within reach of small businesses

Marketing

Influencer marketing for the small business

Influencers enthusing about your brand can be a great way for SMEs to tap into the power of social media. We explain what influencer marketing is and how you can harness it

Marketing

Affiliate marketing – what is it and what can it do for your business?

Not just reserved for large brands - affiliate marketing is the online channel you’re missing out on

International Business

Freight forwarder: Everything you need to know

In this article, we’ll delve into what a freight forwarder actually is and does, how their costs are calculated, and where you might find a reputable agent if you decide you want to get some help with your shipment.

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Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Business Technology

Friendly guide – top tips for small businesses switching to VoIP

With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!

Export & Import

Avoid delays with exports and imports

Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world