The Knowledge Hub

How Can I Discover if My Customers Are Satisfied?

Emma Meakin

When running a business, your customers should always be your main priority. But how do you know if they are satisfied? Here are our top tips...

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?

Where Can I Find Start-up Funding?

The Fleximize Team

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

Recruitment Advice on Candidate Screening

Marcia Smith

When holding job interviews, its important to screen out unsuitable candidates. That's obvious. But how do you go about making sure you're not missing out?

Buying a Business and Keeping Staff

Marcia Smith

Buying a new business? Are you in the process of buying a business? Here's why maintaining the existing workforce is important to get the most value out of your new investment

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.

How Much Training Should I Give My Customer Service Team?

Emma Meakin

Training of your customer services team seems like an obvious step to build a solid customer base, but are you doing enough?

What is a Workers’ Compensation Scheme?

Marcia Smith

A workplace injury can be devastating for employees and has repercussions for the company, so it's vital to have the right insurance or compensation scheme

​Tips on Finance for Sole Traders

Marcia Smith

Understanding small business finance is essential for sole traders who are just starting up. Read our tips before you order those trendy business cards!

Want to Stop Employees Leaving or Want Someone to Quit?

Marcia Smith

Whether you're curious about staff interviewing for other jobs, or you want someone to quit, always follow legal lines.

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...

Understanding Your Customers

Marcia Smith

Customers are one of the most important factors in the success of a business. Here's why understanding yours is essential.

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

New Recruits' Health Not up to the Job?

Marcia Smith

How to manage a new recruit who's too sick to work, and an employee who's given misleading health information.

Staff Making Negative Comments Social Media?

Marcia Smith

Social media can be a blessing and a curse for your business' reputation. Follow these steps on how to deal with employees making negative comments online

How to Negotiate Salaries with Staff

Marcia Smith

Negotiating salaries correctly can make all the difference when securing talent for your workforce. Here's a short guide to tackling salary with your staff

Relating Products and Services to a Customer's Spend

Emma Meakin

A successful pricing strategy must consider your profit margin, but also your customer's budget. Get our advice on how to price your products or services

2 Types of UK Working Visas

Marcia Smith

Confused about working in the UK? Whether you're an employee looking for a job or employer looking for talent, these tips will help you smooth the process.

Where Can I Get Funding to Buy a Business?

Marcia Smith

If you're looking to buy a business, there's a good chance you need access to funds. We share some of the options for sourcing business acquisition funding

Planning a New Client Project

Emma Meakin

Landing a new project for a client is exciting, but it also requires careful planning. We summarise the stages of project planning from brief to completion