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The Knowledge Hub

Business advice and articles for small business owners

Welcome to the Fleximize Knowledge Hub. As pioneers at the centre of the alternative finance industry, we know what’s what when it comes to small business. So take a look at our advice, tips and expert guidance to help you launch and grow your own venture. We’ve cherry-picked topics that affect all SMEs – from law, finance, tax and employment, to creative strategy and marketing. Bookmark your favourite Knowledge Hub articles, and do visit regularly – we’re always adding useful content.

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The Benefits of Fleet Van Insurance for SMEs

Mark McKenna

Mark McKenna of specialist insurance brokers Bluedrop Services talks us through the key benefits of fleet van insurance for growing businesses in the UK

What Is VoIP & How Can It Help Remote Workers?

Robert Seymour

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

A Guide to IR35 Minor Status Tests

Alice Hickling

Alice Hickling of Larsen Howie talks us through the minor status tests that assessors look at when evaluating a company's IR35 status

6 Steps to Building an Efficient Business Fleet

Simon Fitton

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

Covid-19: Advice for Hospitality Businesses

Barbara Jamieson

The hospitality sector is amongst the worst hit by the coronavirus pandemic. LawBite's Barbara Jamieson sets out five steps for hospitality business owners to take during this time

IR35 Changes & The Construction Industry

Barbara Jamieson

Barbara Jamieson of LawBite talks us through the impact of IR35 changes on the construction industry, including how businesses should be using the delay to prepare

Covid-19: Financial Aid for UK PSCs

Andy Vessey

Andy Vessey, Head of Tax at Larsen Howie, talks us through the government support currently available to Personal Service Companies in the UK

Covid-19: Contract Reviews for Retailers

Barbara Jamieson

LawBite's Barbara Jamieson takes a look at how contract reviews can help businesses in the retail sector protect themselves from the implications of coronavirus

5 Technologies to Help Run Your SME in 2020

The Fleximize Team

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

Covid-19: 5 SMEs Pivoting Their Business Models

Matt Evans

We look at five inspirational SMEs who have changed their business models to serve their customers during the coronavirus pandemic

What Is a Furloughed Worker?

The Fleximize Team

We take a look at the new Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and the process to follow if UK business owners find that they must furlough their employees

5 Tools to Move Your Business Events Online

Jessica Smith

We've curated a list of five virtual event tools and platforms to help you adapt your business events calendar during the coronavirus lockdown

Covid-19: 6 Key Business Areas to Assess

Joe Hinton

Joe Hinton, Managing Director of UK Business Mentoring Group, shares a series of prompts to help business owners prepare six key areas of their business amidst coronavirus disruption

What is a Frontline Employee or Key Worker?

Jyoti Patel

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

Covid-19: A Guide to Supporting Your Business

The Fleximize Team

In uncertain times, businesses need clarity and knowledge. Here's an extensive guide to accessing financial support to help keep your business trading

Protecting Remote Working Staff’s Mental Health

Brendan Street

Remote working for prolonged periods during the coronavirus pandemic can have a negative impact on your employees' mental health. Here's what you can do to help

Supporting Your Staff with Coronavirus Anxiety

Brendan Street

Employees across the UK are experiencing high levels of anxiety around the potential impact of coronavirus. Here's how you can reassure and support your staff

How to Support Local SMEs During Coronavirus

Jessica Smith

With the coronavirus pandemic taking over the country, it's time to support small businesses that rely on local custom to stay afloat. Here's how you can help

IR35 Delayed to 2021: What It Means for Business

Hannah Robinson

The IR35 reform has been delayed to 2021, giving the private sector extra time to prepare. The Larsen Howie Team, experts in IR35, explore what this means for your business

How to Support Your Remote Working Staff

Mark Wiggins

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

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