Whether you've been in business for 30 years or 3 months, every entrepreneur needs business management advice and inspiration from time to time. In this section we’ll explore everything to do with entrepreneurship – from mindset to ideation, from starting up to leadership. We’ll also look at the economics and finances, and the processes that makes business more efficient.
How to Make Better Business Decisions
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Making big decisions for your business can seem daunting, especially in times of economic uncertainty. Here's our guide to approaching decision making as a business owner
Costs Associated With Hiring Your First Employee
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Simon Thomas, Founder and Managing Director of Ridgefield Consulting, talks us through the unexpected costs associated with hiring your first employee as a small business owner
Why Management Training is Crucial for SMEs
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Implementing quality management training will make employees feel more integrated as a team and increase motivation levels, resulting in happier staff and better performance. Here's how
Modern Leadership in Today's Workplace
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Robert Ordever, Managing Director of O.C Tanner Europe, discusses what being a modern leader means and why it's crucial for success in today's workplace
Covid-19: Managing Commercial Leases
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LawBite's Philippa Cobb explores the impact of lockdown on commercial leases, including government's temporary legal protection for commercial tenants
Getting Communication Right During a Crisis
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Darren Hockley, Managing Director of DeltaNet International, shares insight into the importance of effective communication during a crisis and how it can help build lasting relationships
5 Steps to Creating a Long-Term Virtual Office
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With many small businesses considering a permanent shift to remote working, Mike Castle of ITRM shares five steps that will help you to create a long-term, highly efficient virtual office
How Bespoke Software as a Service Benefits SMEs
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James Ansell, Founder and Director of Code23, highlights why bespoke software as a service is a better choice for small businesses than off-the-shelf software
What Is VoIP & How Can It Help Remote Workers?
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As UK businesses adapt operations in response to the coronavirus pandemic, we take a quick look at how VoIP technology can help maintain effective business communications
6 Steps to Building an Efficient Business Fleet
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A savvy fleet strategy can help bring down costs and improve your business’ bottom line. Crown Oil's Simon Fitton shares six steps to help reduce your business' fleet overheads
5 Technologies to Help Run Your SME in 2020
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From cloud computing to HR management software, there's a wide range of tech available to help run your business. We take a look at five examples
What is a Frontline Employee or Key Worker?
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In the wake of the UK Government announcing new measures to stop the spread of coronavirus, we take a quick look at the definition of key workers and frontline staff in the UK
How to Support Your Remote Working Staff
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As more and more businesses take steps to prepare their staff for remote working, it's important to take a moment to consider how you can support staff whilst they work from home
Top 20 Business Blogs 2020
— Read More — Top 20 Business Blogs 2020We’ve curated a list of the best blogs in 2020 for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to keep on top of the latest business news, best practice and emerging industry trends
Strategies to Improve Employee Engagement
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As a small business owner, it's important to cultivate a working environment that encourages your employees to feel motivated and engaged. Here's how
The Benefits of Shared Workspaces for SMEs
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The shared workplace market has grown significantly in the last ten years. Harry Arnold of Free Office Finder explores why co-working spaces are such a popular option amongst UK SMEs
10 Best Business Apps for Entrepreneurs in 2020
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Apps should be a vital component of every small business' tool kit. Here's our list of the best business apps for entrepreneurs in 2020, including the likes of Rocketbook and Flock
Getting Employees to Buy into Business Security
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Security should be a top priority for any business. Izzy Schulman of Keys4U encourages employers to create a culture in which business security is every employee’s responsibility
Top 10 Podcasts for Business Owners in 2020
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We've put together a list of the top podcasts for entrepreneurs and small business owners to listen to in 2020, including the likes of Masters of Scale, The Side Hustle and Creative Rebels
Claims Management Software for SMEs
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Claims management software can speed up claims processing, reduce errors and enhance the customer experience. Here's a guide to how it can benefit your SME
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