The Knowledge Hub

Barclays Bank Loans

The Fleximize Team

Is a Barclays business loan right for your small business? Find out how much you can borrow and what you need to do to prepare for the lending application.

Growth Hacking 101

Vanessa Barlow

Actionable tips on growing your small business or start up, and taking your business to the next level of growth. Hack your way to the top!

New Year, New Resolutions and New Resources!

Michael Bridgman

These books and blogs, old and new, have helped us to grow and build our business, and will hopefully help you, too

Lloyds Business Loans

The Fleximize Team

Lloyds Bank business loans and Lloyds Bank commercial finance are available for SMEs. Read this article to figure out if they're right for your business.

7 Business Tax Basics

Carl Stanford

7 frequently asked questions (FAQs) on business tax, covering the basics of setting yourself as a new business, and staying on the right side of the law.

The Effect of Promotion on your Leadership Style

Emma Meakin

When you're promoted, there is an inevitable change in your leadership style. But how can you ensure you don't alienate employees and keep them performing?

What's Debt to Equity Ratio?

Kate Josselyn

Debt to equity ratio is one important indicator of a company's financial stability. Learn how to calculate your score and what it means for your business

Creating a Buzz About Your Business

Emma Meakin

Word of mouth is a powerful marketing tool, so how can you encourage your customers to create a buzz about your brand? We look at building brand champions

Non-Compete Clauses for Freelancers (Part 2)

Emma Meakin

Freelancers: find out what your options are for exiting a non-compete clause that could be blocking you moving on in your career.

Non-Compete Clauses for Freelance (Part 1)

Emma Meakin

Freelancers: always pay attention to the small print in non-compete clauses in supplier contracts. Read Part 1 of our article on this vital issue.

Why Mobile Banking Really Matters

Daniel Kidd

Mobile payments have become increasingly popular for a number of reasons. We explore how mobile banking works and the financial implications for consumers

Your Small Business… On Mobile

Daniel Kidd

Apple’s NFC offering – Apple Pay – has opened a new, broad consciousness to a future of card-less, cash-less payment. The space isn’t empty, though.

Copyright Claims: Is There a Defence?

Emma Meakin

Are you facing a claim issued against you for infringing someone’s copyright? If so, all is not lost - there may be a defence available to you.

Poaching Employees

Marcia Smith

How to avoid getting into legal hot water when headhunting competitor's staff, and preventing their own staff from being poached.

Introduction to Entrepreneurial Copyright

Emma Meakin

Entrepreneurial ​rights offer protection to people who take the time to invest in creativity, but differ from literary, drama, music or art copyright.

​Minority Shareholder Rights

Kate Josselyn

Are you a minority shareholder who feels that the majority has forced a decision? The minority rule may help.

Drafting your Business Marketing Plan

Emma Meakin

How you can use your current or previous customers as a powerful marketing tool, and how to turn them into effective brand advocates.

​How to Add a New Shareholder

Emma Meakin

Find out how to add a shareholder to your company and how to invest in a firm by buying shares. Before you do anything, read our guide.

How the Employment Appeal Tribunal Works

Emma Meakin

If you think an employment tribunal has made a wrong decision, there may be steps you can take to appeal. We cover the appeal process from start to finish

Tips on Sustainable Growth

Marcia Smith

Being aware of the the key factors and challenges of sustainable growth can help your business succeed in the long term.