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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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Ed Sheeran, Geordie Startups & P2P Shopping

The Fleximize Team

Why there's more to Suffolk than Ed Sheeran. The app that's connecting shoppers with travellers. What makes Newcastle a startup hub to be reckoned with?

Business Awards: 7 Steps to Getting Shortlisted

Adam Pescod

With plenty of free awards available to UK businesses, its a great chance to generate some positive PR. Get yourself shortlisted with these top tips

Google Home, Gangsters & Gun Control

The Fleximize Team

The essential guide to the internet of things. Examining the scale of America’s growing gun problem. What makes the BBC crime thriller McMafia a must-see?

Simplifying HR: How to Make Work Less Complicated

Stuart Hearn

A complex HR function can impair company performance and weaken employee morale. Here’s how to simplify it for the good of your business

How to Download a Bank Statement

Elizabeth Page

A simple guide to downloading a bank statement from all of the major UK banks, including Lloyds, Barclays, NatWest, HSBC, Nationwide, Santander and RBS

Blockchain, Albanian Beaches & Tech Bro Slang

The Fleximize Team

Blockchain technology explained in cartoons. Why Albania is an underrated holiday destination. What is Uber founder Travis Kalanick talking about?

Sponsorship: Finding Your Brand's Perfect Match

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Sponsorship: Finding Your Brand's Perfect Match

Lauren Muxworthy

Sponsoring a sports team or TV show can be a cost-effective way for SMEs to reach their target audience. Here's how to use sponsorship to your advantage

Carillion Collapse: What Can Businesses Learn?

Mike Smith

The insolvency of Carillion will have far-reaching implications for its employees and contractors. But what lessons has it taught other businesses?

Card Surcharge Ban: How SMEs Can Offset the Cost

Nicky Hirst

It's now illegal for businesses to charge customers for debit and credit card payments. How can companies manage the impact of the card surcharge ban?

Social Good, Seaweed & Seamless Shopping

The Fleximize Team

The teenager developing an app for Alzheimer's sufferers. What the launch of Amazon Go means for retail. Could seaweed be the ideal replacement for plastic?

Brand Storytelling: Big Successes and Epic Fails

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Brand Storytelling: Big Successes and Epic Fails

Claire Wilson

Storytelling is a brilliant way of attracting and retaining customers. What can small businesses learn from the best and worst campaigns of recent years?

Discovering an Employee Has a Criminal Conviction

Michelle Last

What rights and responsibilities do employers have in respect of employees with undisclosed criminal records? Tackle this tricky issue with our handy guide

Slack, Sheds & Summer Holidays in Sicily

The Fleximize Team

The messaging app that will transform your business. Find out how somebody tricked TripAdvisor. Why there's far more to Sicily than the Mafia.

The ISDN Switch-Off: How to Prepare Your Business

Damian Hanson

BT is switching off its ISDN and PSTN networks in 2025 and replacing them with voice-over-IP services. Here's how to prepare your business for the change

Why Employers Should Embrace Social Media

Sukh Ryatt

Many employers regard social media as an unwelcome distraction and drain on company productivity. Used correctly, however, it could transform your workforce

How to Improve Staff Morale Cost-Effectively

Richard Walton

Evidence shows that happy employees are more productive and generate higher profits. But how can you improve staff morale on a small business budget?

Late Trains, Reddit & True Crime Podcasts

The Fleximize Team

Why businesses shouldn't be afraid of Reddit. The podcast that's going in pursuit of justice. Are Britain's trains the least punctual in the world?

What Could Replace Annual Appraisals?

Stuart Hearn

Companies are beginning to move away from annual appraisals towards continuous performance management. But what does this mean for employee pay and bonuses?

Business Structures: a Simple Guide for Startups

Victoria Cimaz

Choosing the wrong business structure can cause serious problems for a startup. Avoid making the same mistake with this short guide to business structures

The Importance of Employer Brand

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The Importance of Employer Brand

Laura Haynes

A strong employer brand is essential for any business in this day and age. But what does it mean, and how do you build one for your company?

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