Business Growth

Advice, ideas and inspiration on how to grow your business

There are many ways to grow a business and in this section we look at key strategies, and how you can grow your venture on a tight budget. We also look at how to plan your expansion and decide what areas to focus on, as well as events and shows with great networking opportunities, and software or systems that can support business growth

Ask Fleximize: Potential Clients

Ask Fleximize: Potential Clients

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Ask Fleximize: Potential Clients

In this edition of Ask Fleximize we answer all your burning questions on reaching out to potential customers, converting and retaining them.

3 Tips for Starting Up

3 Tips for Starting Up

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3 Tips for Starting Up

When starting up your business, there are many things to consider. But which 3 are most important? Knowledge Hub reveals the first three things to address..

Growth Hacking 101

Growth Hacking 101

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Growth Hacking 101

Actionable tips on growing your small business or start up, and taking your business to the next level of growth. Hack your way to the top!

7 Business Tax Basics

7 Business Tax Basics

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7 Business Tax Basics

7 frequently asked questions (FAQs) on business tax, covering the basics of setting yourself as a new business, and staying on the right side of the law.

Introduction to Entrepreneurial Copyright

Introduction to Entrepreneurial Copyright

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Introduction to Entrepreneurial Copyright

Entrepreneurial ​rights offer protection to people who take the time to invest in creativity, but differ from literary, drama, music or art copyright.

Tips on Sustainable Growth

Tips on Sustainable Growth

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Tips on Sustainable Growth

Being aware of the the key factors and challenges of sustainable growth can help your business succeed in the long term.

How to Build a Client Base

How to Build a Client Base

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How to Build a Client Base

Landing your first client can be tough, particularly if don't already have a network in place. Explore our advice on developing a client base from scratch

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Expansion

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Expansion

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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Expansion

Discover the common pitfalls of business growth and how to avoid them. If you're targeting new markets or diversifying your services, here are our top tips

How to Diversify Your Business

How to Diversify Your Business

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How to Diversify Your Business

Thinking of targeting new markets and innovating your products or services? We're offering some useful advice to help you advance your business.

What to Consider Before Merging With Another Company

What to Consider Before Merging With Another Company

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What to Consider Before Merging With Another Company

Merging with another business can be daunting prospect for everyone from employees to owners. Here's how to plan your merger to ensure success.

Why Do Half of M&A Deals Fail?

Why Do Half of M&A Deals Fail?

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Why Do Half of M&A Deals Fail?

It's a fact of reality that many M&A deals end up in failure. Here are the key reasons why, and what you can learn from experience.

Best Time for M&A and Expert Advice

Best Time for M&A and Expert Advice

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Best Time for M&A and Expert Advice

Knowledge Hub looks at the optimum time to approach an M&A deal and the support you can get to see a successful deal completed.

Introduction to Not-For-Profits

Introduction to Not-For-Profits

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Introduction to Not-For-Profits

Top tips for starting and operating a not-for profit organisation, and turning a profit-making business into a not-for-profit

Where to Start as a Sole Trader?

Where to Start as a Sole Trader?

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Where to Start as a Sole Trader?

So you want to start your own business. Be your own boss. Here's all the key legislation you need to protect yourself as a sole traders.

Regulatory & Tax Considerations for M&As

Regulatory & Tax Considerations for M&As

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Regulatory & Tax Considerations for M&As

We explain the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers and tax issues involved in mergers and acquisitions.

Operating a Franchise FAQs

Operating a Franchise FAQs

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Operating a Franchise FAQs

Franchises are great opportunities, but preparation is essential. In this article, we answer your pressing questions on how to run a successful franchise.

Restarting Your Business

Restarting Your Business

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Restarting Your Business

Thinking of relaunching your business after a period of dormancy or dip in income? We have a few tips that could help you be successful this time round.

Five Ways to Grow Your Small Business

Five Ways to Grow Your Small Business

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Five Ways to Grow Your Small Business

​By their very definition SMEs have the scope to grow. So want to go large? Here are some top ways to grow your SME.​

4 Essential Resources for M&A Transactions

4 Essential Resources for M&A Transactions

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4 Essential Resources for M&A Transactions

Any M&A deal can be stressful for all business stakeholders, so here are the top 4 resources needed to negotiate a successful M&A deal.

Mergers and Acquisitions FAQs - Part 2

Mergers and Acquisitions FAQs - Part 2

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Mergers and Acquisitions FAQs - Part 2

A merger or acquisition can be a confusing time for any business owner. Here we answer more of your questions on M&A deals and what it means for you.