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Revealed: the best business savings accounts
Which bank has the best business savings account? From best business savings rates to minimum deposits, find out…
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Practical steps for the self-employed to help manage stress
Clinical psychologist Dr Hazel Harrison shares three simple steps self-employed people can try to help manage their stress.
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10 simple tips to improve your mental wellbeing
Practical advice from our Head of Wellbeing on how small businesses and the self-employed can improve mental health.…
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Tips for setting boundaries when you run your own business
Protect your time, feelings, and personal space by setting clear boundaries for clients and people you work with.…
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How to start a gardening business: a step-by-step guide
Got green fingers? Read our step-by-step guide to starting your own gardening company.
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A guide to PAT testing (portable appliance testing) for small businesses
Discover whether PAT is compulsory for your small business and how you get a certificate in our handy…
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When is it OK to use garden leave? A small business guide
Garden leave is something you can include in employment contracts to stop someone working during their notice period.…
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Running a business: how to handle difficult conversations
Struggling with difficult conversations at work? Read our guide for tips on how to approach conversations with suppliers,…
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How to become a driving instructor: a step-by-step guide
Thinking of becoming a driving instructor? For skills, legal considerations, and costs, this guide will help steer you…
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AI marketing – is this the future of your small business?
Discover the benefits of AI marketing and how you can use it to develop your small business.
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