Starting up a new business may be a daunting prospect, but it's also very exciting. Our content offers advice on areas including business plans, start up jargon, tax and intellectual property, as well as inspiration from other startup stories in the UK and abroad.
The Small Business Guide to Tax
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Understanding tax law can be tricky, whether you're a sole trader or a limited company. In this guide for small businesses, we cover all you need to know
Buying a UK Franchise: 6 Things You Need to Know
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Franchising is a great alternative to a brand new business concept offering stability, fixed startup costs and an established business plan
Choosing the Right Accountant for Your SME
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With budgets tight, many entrepreneurs choose to handle their accounts on their own. However, the benefits of an accountant can far outweigh the cost.
Business Structures: a Simple Guide for Startups
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Choosing the wrong business structure can cause serious problems for a startup. Avoid making the same mistake with this short guide to business structures
What Is a Sole Trader?
— Read More — What Is a Sole Trader?Thinking of setting up as a sole trader? Find out what it means, how to register, and the advantages and disadvantages of this type of business structure
How to Start a Business
— Read More — How to Start a BusinessHave you ever considered starting a business? Our step-by-step guide should be all you need to turn your startup dream into reality
The Five Myths of Entrepreneurship
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There are a number of myths swirling around the startup space – and many entrepreneurs fall for them hook, line and sinker. We debunk five of the biggest
6 of the Best British Co-Working Spaces
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Want a co-working space with a difference? Check out some of the best – and coolest – co-working spaces for entrepreneurs from around Britain
Starting a Side Business
— Read More — Starting a Side BusinessIt’s become the latest career trend – more people are launching their own side business. It sounds exciting, but is it the right career move for you?
Digital Nomad Makes the Impossible, Possible
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Know a friend who's impossible to buy for? This nomadic entrepreneur's got it in the bag. Find out about how she set up and runs her store from Thailand.
Guide to 20 Popular Startup Terms
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Read Fleximize's guide to 20 popular startup terms – ideal for entrepreneurs who are new to the buzzing startup and business funding scene.
Setting Up or Altering a UK Partnership Business
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Setting up or altering a UK partnership business requires some practical and legal knowledge; these FAQs should help you get your company up and running.
Freelancing vs Full-Time Employment
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What would work best for you? The freedom of freelancing or the stability of employment work. Check out this article about the pros and cons of each.
So You Think You Can Entrepreneur...
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Being an entrepreneur can seem very exciting, but what's entrepreneurship really about? Fleximize breaks down exactly what it takes to be an entrepreneur
Launching Your Own Personal Training Business
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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.
How You Can Learn to be Creative
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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.
Starting Your Own Consultancy Business
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Starting a consulting business is like starting any other business, except most consultants have a head start because they already work in their field.
Is Your Competitor Analysis as Good as it Can Be?
— Read More — Is Your Competitor Analysis as Good as it Can Be?Is Your Competitor Analysis as Good as it Can Be?
Competitor analysis means working out who your competitors are, and assessing their strengths and weaknesses. Remember, knowledge is power.
Writing a Business Plan
— Read More — Writing a Business PlanIf you want to start out in business, and you've got a great idea, you need to plan how your business will launch, grow and sustain itself. Here's how
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