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Autumn Budget – what could it mean for small businesses?
From Labour’s business tax roadmap to fuel duty increases, read our Autumn Budget predictions.
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Self-employed mortgage: how to get a mortgage when self-employed
Looking for a self-employed mortgage? Lenders will ask to see more proof of your income, but it’s still…
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Cost of Covid-19 to small business now exceeds £109 billion
As we mark two years since the first national lockdown, a new report from Simply Business reveals the…
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Opening a beauty salon in the UK: how to get started
What are the requirements to open a hair salon in the UK? Read our in-depth guide for tips…
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How to make a Bacs payment – a guide for businesses
Bacs is a safe and reliable way to transfer money electronically between banks. Here’s how to make a…
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How to do a PESTLE analysis for your business
What is the PESTLE analysis definition? Read on for PESTLE analysis examples, the advantages and disadvantages, and how…
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HR toolkit: what HR tools do growing businesses need?
What HR tools and HR resources do businesses need? Use our HR toolkit for tips on how to…
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Strong Customer Authentication: what your business needs to know
Does your business sell online? New regulations coming into force mean customers will need to take extra steps…
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A guide to rewarding employees, plus recognition ideas for your business
Are you offering the right employee rewards for your culture? Here’s a guide to rewarding and recognising employees…
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5 employee retention strategies – how to keep your people happy at work
Employee retention is a cold-sounding word for strategies to keep your staff at your business. Here are free…
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What is agile and how can you use it in your business?
Agile methodology started in software development. But many industries now use it to boost productivity and value to…
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