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.

​Defences for Trademark Infringement

​Defences for Trademark Infringement

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​Defences for Trademark Infringement

Have you been accused of trademark infringement? Are you facing a threat of proceedings? Don’t panic - there may be a defence.

The Small Business Guide to Making Content Work

The Small Business Guide to Making Content Work

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The Small Business Guide to Making Content Work

A strong piece of content shouldn't be limited. Making the most out of your content means thinking about different channels.

Why Content is Such a Buzzword in Business

Why Content is Such a Buzzword in Business

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Why Content is Such a Buzzword in Business

In the age of ecommerce, the way in which companies and clients interact has changed in recent years, and posting adverts simply doesnt cut it anymore

How to Turn Blogging Into a Revenue Channel

How to Turn Blogging Into a Revenue Channel

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How to Turn Blogging Into a Revenue Channel

A blog gives your company a personal face. It can be a simple way to convey complicated messages to your customers and can help you build a loyal following.

What Your Images Say About Your Business

What Your Images Say About Your Business

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What Your Images Say About Your Business

A picture is worth a thousand words. Supporting imagery is essential to creating a great website, but it’s vital that you use those images legally.

Is Your Business Ready to Go Global?

Is Your Business Ready to Go Global?

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Is Your Business Ready to Go Global?

It can be one of the most difficult decisions an entrepreneur will ever make - Can your business stand the test of time in a different country?

How to Make The Most of Facebook on a Tiny Budget

How to Make The Most of Facebook on a Tiny Budget

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How to Make The Most of Facebook on a Tiny Budget

​It all used to be quite simple. You'd work out who you wanted to like your page, put together the right content and Bob's your uncle. And then...

How to Use LinkedIn to Market Your Business Effectively

How to Use LinkedIn to Market Your Business Effectively

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How to Use LinkedIn to Market Your Business Effectively

With over 313 million members in more than 200 new countries, if your business doesnt have a presence on LinkedIn, it should do. Here's our handy guide

Declaring Your Second Income

Declaring Your Second Income

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Declaring Your Second Income

If you're lucky enough to have a second income, not declaring it could land you in a whole heap of trouble with HMRC, so here's how to declare it.

Leaving Your Family Business

Leaving Your Family Business

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Leaving Your Family Business

Leaving your family business is always hard, after all you don't want to upset family members. Here's everything you need to know.

A Licence to Kill

A Licence to Kill

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A Licence to Kill

If 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.

Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?

Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?

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Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?

Tax in the UK is decided by the type of goods or services you’re providing, not the type of company that runs it, so can you use this to your advantage?

How You Can Learn to be Creative

How You Can Learn to be Creative

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How You Can Learn to be Creative

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.

The Small Business Owners' Guide to Protecting Your Ideas

The Small Business Owners' Guide to Protecting Your Ideas

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The Small Business Owners' Guide to Protecting Your Ideas

In a technologically advanced age, businesses need to protect their products and ideas from plagiarism via a copyright, a trademark, a patent or a design.

How to Grow Your Email Subscribers

How to Grow Your Email Subscribers

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How to Grow Your Email Subscribers

How do you go about growing your email subscribers without holding a gun to their head. Seriously, don't do that.

6 Zero-Cost Ways to Win Business From Your Competition

6 Zero-Cost Ways to Win Business From Your Competition

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6 Zero-Cost Ways to Win Business From Your Competition

There are many ways to win business from your competition. Some come at a cost. Some are completely free apart from in time and effort. Just like these.

How to Find Investors for Your Business (6 Steps)

How to Find Investors for Your Business (6 Steps)

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How to Find Investors for Your Business (6 Steps)

Learn how to find investors for your business with six practical steps. Discover where to meet angels, how to pitch, and how to secure funding.

Franchisees and The Law

Franchisees and The Law

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Franchisees and The Law

What separates business owners and franchisees when things start to turn sour and where do you stand?

Starting Your Own Consultancy Business

Starting Your Own Consultancy Business

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Starting Your Own Consultancy Business

​Starting a consulting business is like starting any other business, except most consultants have a head start because they already work in their field.

Three FAQ's on Payroll and Tax

Three FAQ's on Payroll and Tax

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Three FAQ's on Payroll and Tax

We take three of your pressing questions and get our team of small business experts at Fleximize to answer.