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.
Introduction to Entrepreneurial Copyright
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Entrepreneurial rights offer protection to people who take the time to invest in creativity, but differ from literary, drama, music or art copyright.
Business Owners: Be Ready to Make Key Decisions
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Everyone knows that business owners have to make some tough decisions. But which are the most difficult? And how do you prepare for them?
Minority Shareholder Rights
— Read More — Minority Shareholder RightsAre you a minority shareholder who feels that the majority has forced a decision? The minority rule may help.
Acas and Employment Disputes
— Read More — Acas and Employment DisputesAcas is essential in bringing a dispute to an employment tribunal, but do you know what it is? We share an overview of the service, and when to use it
How the Employment Appeal Tribunal Works
— Read More — How the Employment Appeal Tribunal WorksHow the Employment Appeal Tribunal Works
If you think an employment tribunal has made a wrong decision, there may be steps you can take to appeal. We cover the appeal process from start to finish
Non-Compete Clause: The Ins and Outs
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Non-compete clauses are commonplace in the commercial world, so if you’ve signed one but you’re considering your options, here's all you need to know.
Trademarks: The Basics
— Read More — Trademarks: The BasicsA trademark is a distinguishing mark used to set your products and services aside from your competitors, and here's why it's important for your business.
Security on a Loan: Mortgages, and Fixed and Floating Charges
— Read More — Security on a Loan: Mortgages, and Fixed and Floating ChargesSecurity on a Loan: Mortgages, and Fixed and Floating Charges
Security against business loans comes in different forms, here we explain mortgages, and how fixed and floating charges work.
Shareholders’ Rights and Unfair Prejudice
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We explain unfair prejudice and how it can affect company shareholders. If you think you're a victim, read our guidance and examples.
Trademark Registration Isn’t Everlasting
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Just because you have registered your trademark, it doesn’t mean that it remains registered. Here's what you need to do to maintain its registered status.
Which Traits Can Shorten Your Leadership Career?
— Read More — Which Traits Can Shorten Your Leadership Career?Which Traits Can Shorten Your Leadership Career?
Which leaderships traits will end your leadership role, and what can you do to counterbalance these.
Copyright Infringement: Is There a Claim?
— Read More — Copyright Infringement: Is There a Claim?Copyright Infringement: Is There a Claim?
Is someone utilising your work as their own or manufacturing it without your permission? Read our article to see if there may be an infringement claim.
What is Statutory Redundancy Pay?
— Read More — What is Statutory Redundancy Pay?What is Statutory Redundancy Pay?
If you're facing redundancy, it's vital to know what you're entitled to. Review our brief introduction to statutory redundancy pay and how it's calculated
Introduction to Redundancy Consultation
— Read More — Introduction to Redundancy ConsultationIntroduction to Redundancy Consultation
If you're being affected by possible redundancies, you need to know what redundancy consultation is and how long it lasts for...
Developing your Leadership Skills
— Read More — Developing your Leadership SkillsDeveloping your Leadership Skills
How can you, as a leader, ensure you continue to develop and grow? Here are our top tips for business owners and entrepreneurs leading a team...
Seven Common Terms of an Employment Contract
— Read More — Seven Common Terms of an Employment ContractSeven Common Terms of an Employment Contract
There are some common terms that you need to include in employment contracts. We share 7 of these terms including basic wage, working hours and holiday pay
Investors’ Rights in a Company
— Read More — Investors’ Rights in a CompanyInvestors’ Rights in a Company
As an investor in a company you're classed as a shareholder - make sure you know your rights, what you can do and the restrictions.
How Can I Inspire my Employees?
— Read More — How Can I Inspire my Employees?How Can I Inspire my Employees?
How, as a leader, you can inspire all of your employees to work productively, creatively and keep your business moving forward.
Choosing and Protecting Your Business Name
— Read More — Choosing and Protecting Your Business NameChoosing and Protecting Your Business Name
The name of your business is one of the most important factors in establishing a strong brand. Here's how you can choose and protect your business name
Introduction to the CMA
— Read More — Introduction to the CMATake a look at what the The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) does and what areas are covered by its regulations.
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