The Knowledge Hub

Why SMEs are Prioritising Cybersecurity in 2022

Adam Louca

Research shows that UK businesses are prioritising investment in cybersecurity in 2022 to strengthen their defences. Adam Louca from Softcat explores

An SME's Guide to Exhibiting at a Business Show

Austin Rowlands

Exhibiting at an event or trade show for the first time can be an exciting opportunity to make an impact in your industry. Here are four tips to help you get the most out of your first show

Claims Management Software for SMEs

Yaakov Smith

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

Using Data to Compete Against Big Businesses

Cordy Bartlett

It's important to understand how analysing data could help you learn more about your customers and gain an edge over competitors. Tillpoint's Cordy Bartlett explores

Stopping Counterfeits in the Construction Sector

Stijn Kits

Counterfeit building materials and tools are a significant cause for concern among businesses in the construction sector. Here's a look at how IP registration can help

How to Deal with VAT Error Correction

Alan Rolfe

Alan Rolfe from HWB Chartered Accountants outlines the correct procedure for VAT error correction to follow if you've made a mistake on your quarterly tax return

Common Financial Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them

Chris Woodard

Chris Woodard, Co-Founder of Handle.com, explores some of the biggest financial mistakes that new business owners make and how to avoid them

How to Increase Profits Without Increasing Sales

Mark Tighe

Mark Tighe of specialist tax relief consultancy Catax explores how businesses can generate revenue from existing assets, both physical and intellectual, with a focus on tax breaks

2020 Marketing Trends for UK Businesses

Stacey MacNaught

Here are the marketing trends that may affect your business in 2020, including the impact of changes in web tracking platforms and how Amazon is turning into a product search engine

How to Find Clients for Your Construction Business

Ross Bramble

If you're struggling to find clients for your construction business, this guide explores three easy ways to promote your services and attract new customers

Tories, Podcasts & A Carbon-Neutral Christmas

The Fleximize Team

We take a look at how the Tory majority impacts both your personal and business finances, the podcasts worth listening to over the break, and how to have a 'green' Christmas

How to Host an Eco-Friendly Corporate Event

Matthew Payne

Matthew Payne, Founder and Managing Director of Made by Oomph​, shares his tips on how to plan and host an eco-friendly corporate event that won't cost the earth

A Guide to Hiring Your First Virtual Assistant

Sam Wilson

Virtual assistants are there to ensure your business runs smoothly, you have fewer tasks to manage and your life is made less hectic as a result. Here's how to find and hire your first virtual assistant

Taking the Stress out of Digital Marketing

Heather Baker

Heather Baker, CEO of TopLine Comms, shares five tips to take the stress out of digital marketing campaigns, including setting clear metrics and staying on top of Google updates

Mistakes to Avoid When Upscaling Your Business

Huw Moxon

It's important to consider how to scale up your business without compromising customer experience, product quality and value for money. Huw Moxon of Informi explores the common pitfalls to avoid when upscaling your SME

An Introduction to Video Marketing for Startups

Victor Blasco

If you're unsure of how to get started with video marketing, we cover the top five types of videos that can benefit startups, and how they could help to boost your brand image

A Review of Early Repayment Charges & Penalties

Jyoti Patel

We’ve compared the early repayment terms of the UK's top alternative finance providers, pairing their claims with what this would mean for business owners in practice

Developing a Performance-First Approach

Ben Hunt-Davis

Ben Hunt-Davis shares his thoughts on how focusing on performance rather than results, as used in sports psychology, can help SMEs achieve success

The Benefits of Digital Training and Webinars

Anthony Chadwick

Anthony Chadwick of The Webinar Vet shares his knowledge of how to leverage the digital training market and the ways it can grow your small business

Elections, Spreadsheets & Christmas Dinner

The Fleximize Team

We take a look at how the outcome of the general election could impact your businesses, the spreadsheet of the future, and how you can shop local for your 2019 Christmas dinner