Leadership can make or break a business. Good skills can result in a workforce pulling together to overcome challenges, or help a business achieve ambitious goals. This part of The Knowledge Hub offers a diversity of information on leadership including interactive content about famous company founders, how to be creative and leadership styles.
The Careers of the Founders
— Read More — The Careers of the FoundersFrom Heinz to Zuckerberg: explore the successes and failures of 33 inspirational founders in this visual, interactive infographic.
What's a Creditors' Voluntary Arrangement?
— Read More — What's a Creditors' Voluntary Arrangement?What's a Creditors' Voluntary Arrangement?
We dive into Creditors’ Voluntary Arrangements and the steps you need to take.
Back of the Cab: Our View on The Apprentice
— Read More — Back of the Cab: Our View on The ApprenticeBack of the Cab: Our View on The Apprentice
Fan of BBC's The Apprentice? Fleximize is too! We reveal our thoughts on the new season and the next 18 candidates looking to prove their business know-how
Registering Your Trademark
— Read More — Registering Your TrademarkIf you've got your small business set up, you need to safeguard it with a trademark. Here's everything you need to know to protect your business today.
Should You Patent a New Idea?
— Read More — Should You Patent a New Idea?Should You Patent a New Idea?
Protecting a new idea, invention or design with a patent can give you a competitive edge in the market by preventing copies. We share how and when to apply
What is Trademark Infringement?
— Read More — What is Trademark Infringement?What is Trademark Infringement?
Trademark infringement: What is it? Have you seen someone with a similar or identical mark? Then you may need to take action...
Defences for Trademark Infringement
— Read More — Defences for Trademark InfringementDefences for Trademark Infringement
Have you been accused of trademark infringement? Are you facing a threat of proceedings? Don’t panic - there may be a defence.
Launching Your Own Personal Training Business
— Read More — Launching Your Own Personal Training BusinessLaunching Your Own Personal Training Business
To launch your own personal training business you will need to make sure you can deliver a quality service yourself, or hire a partner. Here's how.
A Licence to Kill
— Read More — A Licence to KillIf you’re operating solely within the UK, there's often no need to obtain a business licence. However, specific licences may be required in your sector.
Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?
— Read More — Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?
Tax in the UK is decided by the type of goods or services you’re providing, not the type of company that runs it, so can you use this to your advantage?
How You Can Learn to be Creative
— Read More — How You Can Learn to be CreativeHow You Can Learn to be Creative
You can’t teach someone to come up with great ideas, but creativity is something that can be nurtured and developed with the right kind of attitude.
Franchisees and The Law
— Read More — Franchisees and The LawWhat separates business owners and franchisees when things start to turn sour and where do you stand?
Protecting Your Business in a Natural Disaster
— Read More — Protecting Your Business in a Natural DisasterProtecting Your Business in a Natural Disaster
We are lucky in the UK that natural disasters are a pretty rare occurrence, but Mother Nature can have devastating consequences on small businesses.
Intellectual Property Rights
— Read More — Intellectual Property RightsYour frequently asked questions (FAQs) on trademark law, intellectual property, product manufacturing and your associated legal protection.
The Effect of Promotion on your Leadership Style
— Read More — The Effect of Promotion on your Leadership StyleThe Effect of Promotion on your Leadership Style
When you're promoted, there is an inevitable change in your leadership style. But how can you ensure you don't alienate employees and keep them performing?
Non-Compete Clauses for Freelancers (Part 2)
— Read More — Non-Compete Clauses for Freelancers (Part 2)Non-Compete Clauses for Freelancers (Part 2)
Freelancers: find out what your options are for exiting a non-compete clause that could be blocking you moving on in your career.
Non-Compete Clauses for Freelance (Part 1)
— Read More — Non-Compete Clauses for Freelance (Part 1)Non-Compete Clauses for Freelance (Part 1)
Freelancers: always pay attention to the small print in non-compete clauses in supplier contracts. Read Part 1 of our article on this vital issue.
What is Passing Off?
— Read More — What is Passing Off?Are you aware of the term 'passing off'? It may be worth knowing in case your business needs to defend itself against intellectual property infringement
Copyright Claims: Is There a Defence?
— Read More — Copyright Claims: Is There a Defence?Copyright Claims: Is There a Defence?
Are you facing a claim issued against you for infringing someone’s copyright? If so, all is not lost - there may be a defence available to you.
Poaching Employees
— Read More — Poaching EmployeesHow to avoid getting into legal hot water when headhunting competitor's staff, and preventing their own staff from being poached.
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