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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.

In Peake condition

CRM and cloud-based application software company Bright Office launched in 2009 and is on course to double its turnover in 2011 to £500,000.

Business Technology

Legal advice

What SMEs should know about the Bribery Act

Last week the controversial Bribery Act came into force in the UK, bringing with it strict consequences for companies deemed to have committed corporate bribery and corruption.

Export & Import

Elusive finance could be blow for export trade

Former HSBC chairman Stephen Green has said a lack of financing options for businesses could threaten international trade.

Business management

Van-do attitude

Courier company Anyvan launched in January 2010 and aims to change the public perception of moving goods. SmallBusiness.co.uk talks to founder Angus Elphinstone.

Employing & managing staff

Employers deluged with sub-par CVs

Employers face hiring hell as they get inundated with unsuitable candidates.

Business management

Borro – The short-term asset lender

SmallBusiness.co.uk talks to Paul Aitken, CEO of online short-term asset lender Borro.com, which launched in 2008 and has grown rapidly to revenues of more than £2 million.

Legal advice

Can I work on my business while claiming maternity benefit?

I am currently employed part time with a baby due in November. I intended to take maternity leave; however, my husband and I are starting a business. Can I work on it at all while claiming maternity benefit? (I won't be working as much as I intend to after maternity).

Employing & managing staff

A site for recruitment

Launched in March, recruitment site Staffbay.com aims to revolutionise the online recruitment platform for both employers and candidates. The company aims to turn over £1.5 million in its first year of trading.

Legal advice

Can I work on my business while claiming maternity benefit?

I am currently employed part time with a baby due in November. I intended to take maternity leave; however, my husband and I are starting a business. Can I work on it at all while claiming maternity benefit? (I won't be working as much as I intend to after maternity).

Employing & managing staff

A site for recruitment

Launched in March, recruitment site Staffbay.com aims to revolutionise the online recruitment platform for both employers and candidates. The company aims to turn over £1.5 million in its first year of trading.

Business Technology

Moving a small business to the cloud

SmallBusiness.co.uk speaks to lower turnover firms about their experiences in implementing Microsoft cloud procedures into their business.

Office & home working

How cloud computing supports flexible working

Cloud computing is an interesting solution for SMEs and independent professionals, in terms of providing more flexibility for facing market competition.

Marketing

Reduce risks associated with social media

Brands looking to make their mark within the social media sphere need to be aware of the potential pitfalls.

Business management

The supplement that Works with Water

Jules Birch launched health food supplement company Works with Water Nutraceuticals in 2006 and now turns over around £1.2 million.

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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