Strategy is one of those over-used buzzwords that, in business, is often diluted and can be applied across the board. In this section we take it back to its roots, looking at wide-ranging strategies from pricing structure and salary levels, to marketing and mergers.
Why Cash Flow is the Most Important Factor in Running a Successful Business
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Cash flow is the lifeblood of your business. Learn why it matters, how to manage it, and how to avoid common pitfalls that cause 82% of business failures.
5 Reasons 50% of Businesses Fail in Their First 5 Years
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Half of all businesses fail within five years. That might sound scary, but understanding why businesses fail can help you avoid common mistakes.
Scaling Your Workforce for Seasonal Demand
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Learn how to scale your workforce for seasonal demand without overspending. Discover hiring strategies, budgeting tips, and management techniques.
Digital Tools to Boost Productivity for SMEs
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Running a small business? Learn about the digital tools that can help boost productivity, streamline communication, and manage finances effectively.
The Difference Between Financial Projection & Forecasting
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Know the key differences between financial projection vs forecast to enhance your strategic planning and drive better business decisions.
Last-Minute Summer Holiday Market Opportunities
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Summer is a great time for small businesses to make more sales. Matthew Trattles of Auctane investigates how SMBs can use their unique advantages over larger companies.
Is a Black Friday Sale Right for Your Business?
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Fine jewellery purveyor Jessica Flinn explores tackling Black Friday as an SME in the luxury goods market
Is an Employee Buyout Right for Your Business?
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This helpful guide covers the pros and cons of employee buyouts. Learn whether an employee buyout would be a good transition strategy for your business.
10 Tips to Manage Business Budgets Like a Pro
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How do you create a budget that works for your business? Ensure your financial management is future-proofed with our business budgeting tips.
Creating a Business Budget That Really Works
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Simon Bacher, CEO of ed-tech app Ling, talks about the budgeting methods he used to launch Ling into the app store - and keep it there
Five Factors to Consider When Setting Your Prices
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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
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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 to Create a HR Crisis Management Plan
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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
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It's time to adapt business strategies to pre-recession times, writes Kesar Rana, writer for Startups.co.uk
An SME's Guide to Working With Micro-Influencers
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Annabel Mulliner of Little Seed Group looks at how SMEs can work with micro-influencers to grow their brand and sales online
A Guide to Increasing Your Business's Prices
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Our guide takes you through the steps of increasing your business's prices without negatively affecting your customers.
5 Effective Ways to Cut Business Costs in 2023
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Learn how to combat economic downturn with a well planned cost reduction strategy. We share the best ways to cut business costs without risking future growth.
Three Reasons You Should Use Social Listening
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Social listening is an integral part of any business's marketing strategy. Vicky from REad Group shares her insights into the benefits of social listening and what the best tools are.
The Energy Bill Relief Scheme for Businesses
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In this guide, we outline the support small businesses can expect from the Energy Bill Relief Scheme and steps you can take to save money on your energy bills.
Understanding Social Media and the Law
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Knowing how to deal with any legal risks that come with posting on social media is essential to creating a safe online working environment.
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