The Knowledge Hub

Why You Should Worry About Indirect Competition

Marcia Smith

It's not just your direct competitors, you need to worry about. Be aware of the wider competition also vying for your customers' business.

How to Look After Your Credit Rating

Emma Meakin

Your credit rating can be a major factor when it comes to getting business funding. We answer your questions on how a credit rating is looked at by lenders

Is it Legal to Fill a New Role Without Advertising it?

Tina Chander

Do employers need to advertise a role before appointing someone to complete it?​ Tina Chander, Head of Employment Law at Wright Hassall​ LLP, explores

Santander Business Loans

The Fleximize Team

Here's our guide to Santander's business loans. Learn about the Santander finance products available to you, plus the pros and cons of bank business loans

The Best Cloud Accounting Software for SMEs

Marcia Smth

We've picked our favourite cloud accounting software that's currently available for small businesses.

​Copyright Infringement: Is There a Claim?

Emma Meakin

Is someone utilising your work as their own or manufacturing it without your permission? Read our article to see if there may be an infringement claim.

How to Forecast Your Annual Profits

Kate Josselyn

Knowing how to forecast your profits is essential to small business. We share the basics of putting together an annual forecast.

Attracting Customers With Your Good Looks?

Marcia Smith

It's one thing attracting people with the look of your business, but make sure you follow it up with a quality service.

Customer Reviews Can Attract New Business

Marcia Smith

Eight in ten people trust online reviews as much as word of mouth recommendations - this is why reviews are key to attracting new business.

Accountants: Outsourcing vs In-house

Marcia Smith

Looking for an accountant, but unsure whether to outsource or go in-house? We weigh up the pros and cons of both, and evaluate cloud solutions such as Xero

What is Statutory Redundancy Pay?

Marcia Smith

If you're facing redundancy, it's vital to know what you're entitled to. Review our brief introduction to statutory redundancy pay and how it's calculated

Introduction to Redundancy Consultation

Marcia Smith

If you're being affected by possible redundancies, you need to know what redundancy consultation is and how long it lasts for...

Advice on Quitting Your Job

Marcia Smith

Quitting your job can often be one of the most stressful points in your career. Here are our top tips for smoothing the process just a little bit.

Registering and Unregistering for VAT

Kate Josselyn

A clear guide to UK VAT registration, deregistration, and re‑registration. Understand thresholds, the VAT 7 form, and key steps to stay compliant.

How to Find and Apply for a Government Grant

Kate Josselyn

Learn how to apply for UK government grants with this clear guide. See how grants work, who can apply, and how to boost your chances of success.

Encouraging Whistleblowing in the Workplace

Carl Stanford

What is whistleblowing, and what are the pros and cons of encouraging it in your organisation? How do go about reaching the right balance for your company?

How Can a Financial Manager Boost your Business?

Marcia Smith

Find out how a financial manager can boost your business, and get advice on when to recruit someone.

How to Reward Staff

Marcia Smith

Rewarding your staff is a great way to recognise their achievements and motivate your entire workforce. Find out more about how to reward good performance

Steps to Business Insolvency

Kate Josselyn

When your business goes beyond the brink, it can lead to insolvency. But just what is insolvency? Hint: It's got nothing to do with Bankruptcy.

Seven Common Terms of an Employment Contract

Marcia Smith

There are some common terms that you need to include in employment contracts. We share 7 of these terms including basic wage, working hours and holiday pay