Advice

This section provides expert advice for a small business owner looking to start and run a successful business. Read about case studies and lessons learned from like-minded professionals.

The quiet opportunity: Top tips to maximise on downtime

Dr Mark Winwood, AXA PPP healthcare, has shared his advice on how to view downtime as a golden opportunity to think – and do – something different to benefit yourself and your business.

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Five rules for launching a disruptive business

Guy Myles from independent financial adviser Flying Colours outlines his five rules for building a brilliantly disruptive business.

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Considerations when starting a small business

Starting a business can be daunting and terrifying, here are some considerations you should take before starting.

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Three common start-up mistakes and how to avoid them

When you are starting a business, it is very easy to overlook aspects of the company and make mistakes; here is how to avoid them.

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Three reasons to run your startup in Zürich

Here, Isabelle Ohnemus, CEO at EyeFitU, tells us why you should think about starting your business in Zürich.

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What can SMEs learn from the 2017 General Election results?

Following the 2017 General Election surprises, John Morris, partner at Smith & Williamson, teaches us how we can learn from the mistakes of Prime Minister Theresa May.

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Supporting UK start-ups and scale-ups – What can you learn?

Here, Marta Solorzano and Khalil Souki, economic development experts at PA Consulting Group look at how we can best support UK start-ups in the UK?

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What SMEs can learn from governments Brexit negotiations

In the light of Brexit and a hung Parliament, David Freedman – Director of Sales at Huthwaite International – considers the crucial role effective negotiating can play for businesses.

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Supporting UK start-ups and scale-ups – What can you learn?

Here, Marta Solorzano and Khalil Souki, economic development experts at PA Consulting Group look at how we can best support UK start-ups in the UK?

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What SMEs can learn from governments Brexit negotiations

In the light of Brexit and a hung Parliament, David Freedman – Director of Sales at Huthwaite International – considers the crucial role effective negotiating can play for businesses.

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How to start a successful clothing boutique

Here, we take a look at how to set up a successful clothing boutique, with the retail industry set to see a big boost from consumers.

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Patent risk: understanding the best way to deal with it

Here, Peter Arrowsmith, patent attorney and partner at Gill Jennings & Every, discusses why you should be careful when applying for a patent in your business.

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