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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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How to Manage a Small Business Budget

Lauren Wakeling

Manage your small business budget with ease using this essential guide to budget allocation

Five Factors to Consider When Setting Your Prices

Matthew Hayes

How can businesses create a good profit margin? Business growth expert Matthew Hayes, CEO of Champions UK, talks us through how to create a pricing strategy.

How to Beat the School Holiday Sales Slump

Chris Price

75% of B2B businesses report a drop in sales during July and August. But you don't have to lose out, says journalist Chris Price, writer at The Telegraph.

How Flexible Work Policies Ease School Holidays

The Fleximize Team

Employees with school-age children can find the summer holidays a challenge. Here's how employers can make the most of flexible working arrangements to ease that all-important work-life balance.

8 Tips to Get Your Business Summer Ready

The Fleximize Team

Level up your business by remaining agile to seasonal business trends. Our guide explains how to make the most of the school summer holidays.

A Guide to the Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS)

Kate Josselyn

Learn about the Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS), the government-backed initiative replacing the Recovery Loan Scheme.

How to Build LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Workplaces

Joseph Williams

A commitment to LGBTQI+ inclusion in the workplace can actually strengthen a business’s strategic position.

How to Handle Cultural Differences in Business

Robin N. Hamilton

Differences in communication styles don't have to be a problem in cross-cultural teams. Find out how to use cultural differences to benefit everyone in your SME

How to Create a HR Crisis Management Plan

Jessica Fuhl

This useful guide to crafting a strong HR crisis management strategy explains all you need to know to prevent a crisis turning into a disaster for your business.

A Guide to Pre-Recession Era Business Strategy

Kesar Rana

It's time to adapt business strategies to pre-recession times, writes Kesar Rana, writer for Startups.co.uk

How Indie Retailers Can Buck Trends and Thrive

Wizz Selvey

Independent shops can thrive on the high street. Find out how independent retailers can buck trends to beat the big name stores

Choosing the Best Payment Option for Your SME

Rebecca Taylor

The payment options you offer to customers can have a significant impact on sales. Here's a look at the pros and cons of cash, card, and mobile payments to help you decide

How a Commercial Finance Broker Can Help SMEs

Catherine Oliver

Understanding your business loan options can be confusing. But a commercial finance broker can help navigate your options.

How to Spot Employee Burnout and Offer Support

Carolyn Nevitte

Carolyn Nevitte of People Insight explores how to spot if your staff are burnt out and what you can do to help employees who are disillusioned with their work

The Ultimate TikTok Marketing Guide for SMEs

Catherine Oliver

Your complete Tiktok marketing guide, including a free 30 Day TikTok ideas PDF download.

How to Build a Successful Company Website

Kris Jeary

Your company website is important for both customer communication and building trust in your brand. Here's a quick look at how to build a successful website for your small business

An SME's Guide to Working With Micro-Influencers

Annabel Mulliner

Annabel Mulliner of Little Seed Group looks at how SMEs can work with micro-influencers to grow their brand and sales online

Marketing on a Budget: Cost-Effective Strategies for SMEs

Kesar Rana

Develop marketing tactics on a budget for your small business with our tips for creating cost-effective strategies

Maximizing Small Business Tax Deductions for 2024/25

The Fleximize Team

The new tax year started 6th April 2024. Learn what's changed and prepare your SME to take advantage of upcoming small business tax deductions

Key Tax Year Dates & Deadlines for UK Businesses

The Fleximize Team

A roundup of important tax year dates, payment deadlines, and legislation changes for 2023/24. Use our calendar to prepare for the new financial year with ease.

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