The Knowledge Hub

What is a Fixed-Term Employment Contract?

Marcia Smith

Fixed-term contracts are a great idea for temporary or seasonal workers. Fleximize provides an overview of FTCs, including how to renew and conclude them

Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement

Emma Meakin

Non-disclosure agreements (NDA) are common across industries. But do you know what you are signing and what happens if you breach the contract?

Tracking Staff Time on Social Media and Calls

Marcia Smith

Find out what the best ways are to monitor personal time on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, personal phones, etc.

So Your Job is Ending - What Pay do You Get?

Marcia Smith

Your employer's obligations for payments when employment ends - pay for severance, gardening leave and notice period.

What is a Linear Model of Communication?

The Fleximize Team

Linear models of communication have been largely superseded by transactional and mutual models, but they still have a number of advantages for businesses

HMRC Penalties for Self-Employed Workers

Kate Josselyn

Tax rules on using self-employed workers have been tightened. Make sure you understand who's responsible for tax and NI if you have self-employed workers

Can I Reduce Employee Benefits?

Marcia Smith

If you're looking to cut costs, you may need to reduce employee benefits. Unpack Fleximize's advice on why it's best to approach with caution and negotiate

4 Steps to Debt Restructuring

Marcia Smith

Most business owners have struggled at some point with finance, and debt restructuring can be an effective way to get your company in the black. Here's why.

Why Using a Loan to Hire Employees is Risky

Kate Josselyn

Taking out a loan to recruit new staff is okay if you're sure you can afford it. It's risky so consider these issues first.

Advice on Reducing Staff Hours and Laying Off

Marcia Smith

If you need to cut costs, sometimes reducing staff hours is the only option. Find out what the legal obligations are before changing your employee's hours

How Important is a First Draft for Business Reports?

Emma Meakin

When you're putting together any form of business report, it's vital that you do a first draft beforehand. Here are the reasons why...

When Will Your Start-up Start Making a Profit?

Marcia Smith

It can take years to be profitable, but it doesn't mean you're a failure. Looking for positive signs and planning certainly helps.

How Should I Present to a Board of Directors?

Emma Meakin

Presenting to a Board of Directors can be daunting, even for the most confident of business owners. Here are our top tips for making it go hitch-free.

What are Line Management Systems?

Emma Meakin

How you can use line management efficiently to manage each employee and their productivity on a day to day basis.

Basics of Competition

Marcia Smith

You probably think you already know about your competitors. But do you understand the basics of competition and how you can beat them?

Startup Funding UK: How to Get Funding for Your New Business

Kate Josselyn

We take a look at how UK startups can access the business funding they need to grow and thrive

How to Keep Your Staff When Money is Tight

Marcia Smith

Are you an SME and struggling to find finance to pay an employee? We have a few options so you can keep them on the payroll.

Sole Trader Finance & Loans: What Sources Are Available?

Kate Josselyn

Looking for sole trader finance? Explore loans, overdrafts, and funding sources to support cash flow and business growth.

How Behaviour Impacts the Workplace

Marcia Smith

Knowing how positive and negative behaviour can change your office's atmosphere is a key part to creating a productive working culture. Here's why...

How Much Profit are Directors Entitled to?

Marcia Smith

Fleximize explains the way that directors are awarded company profits, and importantly how much they are entitled to. Read our brief guide to learn more