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15-minute read
Small business ideas – best businesses to start yourself
Here are the best small business ideas in the UK – plus how you can get started.
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7-minute read
Becoming an event organiser: a step-by-step guide
Do you have a passion for people and a creative eye? A career in events may be for…
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6-minute read
Step-by-step guide on how to become a carpenter in the UK
Thinking of becoming a self-employed carpenter? Want to know how much you could earn? Read our step-by-step guide…
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6-minute read
Step-by-step guide to becoming a plasterer in the UK
Thinking of becoming a self-employed plasterer? Want to work for yourself, and try different things every day? Read…
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5-minute read
Step-by-step guide to starting a handyman business in the UK
Thinking of starting a handyman business? Want to know how much self-employed handymen earn in the UK? Read…
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5-minute read
Step-by-step guide on how to become an electrician in the UK
Wondering how to become an electrician? Read our step-by-step guide to becoming a self-employed electrician in the UK.
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8-minute read
Our culture: building the UK’s best place to work
Company culture is a key priority for businesses of every size. Read more about Simply Business’s award-winning culture,…
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7-minute read
Small business HR software – the UK’s best
What’s the best HR software for small businesses in the UK? Here we round up the best free…
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4-minute read
Best payroll software for small businesses in the UK
What’s the best payroll software to use in your small business? Check out our list for the best…
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7-minute read
Becoming an IT contractor in the UK – a quick-start guide
Becoming an IT contractor can be a great way to use your skills and boost your earnings. Read…
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8-minute read
How to start a plumbing business: a guide to going self-employed
Thinking of starting a plumbing business? From skills and setup costs to average earnings and insurance, here’s everything…
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