It’s not common for a business owner to feel like they are alone in their journey, especially if they work from home, or have a small retail outlet. However, there are thousands of other people in the same position as you, and it can be quite educational to meet up with them and discuss ideas…
If you own a small business, you might think that you have no need to hire a recruitment company in order to build your staff. Actually, there are legitimate reasons why a small business should consider hiring a recruitment agency. Most small businesses don’t have their own Human Resources department to handle their hiring campaigns,…
Are you searching for a better way to start off your ticketing business in the year 2015? If so, there is no better way than selling big names’ tour shows. Popular names are always sales magnets, so be sure to focus on them. If you have a small business selling tickets – either online or…
Although it has been revealed that house prices across the UK have risen a significant 12.1% in the last 12 months, many are predicting a small realignment in the market next year. This means that in 2015, prices may not rise as much, or might actually decrease slightly as buyers start to kick back against…
If you’ve already taken the steps to setting up your business from home: congratulations. Taking the plunge and going it alone from your home can be a daunting thing to do, but if you’ve taken the correct precautions, you’ll have a set-up that is more efficient than running out of an external office, and one…
Many people in the business world feel as though their best strategy is to close themselves off from the business community, and to operate alone. However, in a world that’s becoming increasingly more connected and collaborative, now more than ever, it’s essential that businesses open their doors and work together. When 4/5 small businesses fail…
As a small business owner, you already have enough tasks on your plate that managing your finances only causes a headache. You certainly don’t have to do it alone. With an accountant by your side, you can let him or her worry about money management while you spend time running your business. But how do…
When it comes to operating a successful business start-up, there are various economic and social factors that remain outside of your control. Rather than becoming preoccupied with these, however, it is far better to focus on the elements of business management and commercial operation that you can maintain direct control over. By focusing on reducing…
Business sentiment remains strong in the UK, but there is still a pressing need to manage costs and maximise profitability. This process starts with responsible spending, rather than resting on your laurels and investing too much capital in a relatively short space of time. The key is to identify any potential expenses and justify them…
So, you have finally decided to get your idea off the ground and set up a website for your small business. Well done! Maybe you have already found that the plethora of web hosting options available has left you wondering where to pitch your tent. Naturally, you will be tempted to save money and go…
