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The Common Pitfalls to Avoid in SaaS Product LaunchesNews20th May 2025The Common Pitfalls to Avoid in SaaS Product Launches

According to Exploding Topics, 34% of startup failures are due to poor product-market fit, while Mailmodo reports that 20–40% of churn comes from expired credit cards or failed payments.

Level Up Your Life: Master SEO Fast and Get RichNews20th May 2025Level Up Your Life: Master SEO Fast and Get Rich

Do you ever feel like you’re yelling into the void on the internet? That’s how companies feel when they aren’t being viewed on search engines. That’s where Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is involved, and that’s where you come in

Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their BusinessBusiness News14th May 2025Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their Business

New research from iwoca reveals the overwhelming majority of UK SMEs are leveraging social media, as 97% say they use platforms to boost their business.

Cyber Threats Are Rising — Here’s How SMEs Can Prepare in 4 StepsBusiness Advice13th May 2025Cyber Threats Are Rising — Here’s How SMEs Can Prepare in 4 Steps

Cybercriminals pose a significant and growing threat to businesses of all sizes. As industries become more reliant on technology to manage or support key functions, risks posed by cyber criminals cannot be ignored. Businesses can no longer afford to consider i

How Small Businesses Can Buy a Company Through Seller FinancingNews13th May 2025How Small Businesses Can Buy a Company Through Seller Financing

How Small Businesses Can Buy a Company Through Seller Financing Seller financing isn’t just a tool for homebuyers. It can be a game-changer for small businesses in the UK looking to grow by acquisition. With traditional lending options becoming harder to

Future-Proofing Healthcare The Expanding Role and ROI of Nurse PractitionersNews12th May 2025Future-Proofing Healthcare The Expanding Role and ROI of Nurse Practitioners

Nurse practitioners provide a more comprehensive range of services than RNs. Patients often see them in lieu of general practitioners for regular wellness visits. This gives the nurse more responsibility—and usually, more money. It gives the patient more

How Can Smaller Businesses Use Tech to Level the Playing Field?Business Advice8th May 2025How Can Smaller Businesses Use Tech to Level the Playing Field?

As a small business, it’s easy to think you simply don’t have access to the kind of technology which is helping the bigger players get ahead.

Beyond Greenwashing: Haddon CEO Mike Manders on Authentic SustainabilityBusiness Advice8th May 2025Beyond Greenwashing: Haddon CEO Mike Manders on Authentic Sustainability

An interview with Mike Manders CEO of Haddon, the luxury English bathrooms brand, discussing the growing consumer demand for eco-products, and why brands need to do more.

Cyber Threats Are Rising — Here’s How SMEs Can Prepare in 4 StepsBusiness Advice13th May 2025Cyber Threats Are Rising — Here’s How SMEs Can Prepare in 4 Steps

Cybercriminals pose a significant and growing threat to businesses of all sizes. As industries become more reliant on technology to manage or support key functions, risks posed by cyber criminals cannot be ignored. Businesses can no longer afford to consider i

How Can Smaller Businesses Use Tech to Level the Playing Field?Business Advice8th May 2025How Can Smaller Businesses Use Tech to Level the Playing Field?

As a small business, it’s easy to think you simply don’t have access to the kind of technology which is helping the bigger players get ahead.

Beyond Greenwashing: Haddon CEO Mike Manders on Authentic SustainabilityBusiness Advice8th May 2025Beyond Greenwashing: Haddon CEO Mike Manders on Authentic Sustainability

An interview with Mike Manders CEO of Haddon, the luxury English bathrooms brand, discussing the growing consumer demand for eco-products, and why brands need to do more.

How Agile SMEs Use Modular Buildings StrategicallyBusiness Advice29th April 2025How Agile SMEs Use Modular Buildings Strategically

If you’re running a small or medium-sized business (SME), you’re keeping a close eye on budgets, timelines, and flexibility. When expansion calls, SMEs are turning to modular buildings as a powerful solution. Unlike traditional construction, these

Common Misconceptions About Custom Software DevelopmentBusiness Advice28th April 2025Common Misconceptions About Custom Software Development

Businesses often shy away from custom software solutions due to worries of high costs. However, it doesn’t have to be costly and can save a company money in the long run.

Small Businesses Could Thrive in an Era of ‘Protectionist’ Tariffs Business Advice22nd April 2025Small Businesses Could Thrive in an Era of ‘Protectionist’ Tariffs 

As Trump’s sweeping tariffs continue to dominate global headlines, triggering both diplomatic tensions and volatility within key markets, it’s impossible to assuage fears of economic disruption.

Weighing in on the Controversial Work From Home DebateBusiness Advice8th April 2025Weighing in on the Controversial Work From Home Debate

Multinational British communications company, WPP, has recently joined the trending mandate, requiring its global workforce to return to the office four days a week.

Why SMEs Must Protect Their Brand Voice in the AI EraBusiness Advice8th April 2025Why SMEs Must Protect Their Brand Voice in the AI Era

With AI-generated content available in seconds and platforms like Canva and HubSpot embedding AI tools into their platforms, marketing has become turbo charged.

Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their BusinessBusiness News14th May 2025Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their Business

New research from iwoca reveals the overwhelming majority of UK SMEs are leveraging social media, as 97% say they use platforms to boost their business.

Local Heroes Partners With Make More Noise to Help Independent Brands Punch Above Their WeightBusiness News28th April 2025Local Heroes Partners With Make More Noise to Help Independent Brands Punch Above Their Weight

Local Heroes, a champion of independent businesses, has partnered with PR agency Make More Noise to help drive their shared mission of supporting disruptive challenger brands.

Tax Year 2025-26: Why Tariffs, Tax and Rising Costs Are Forcing Small Businesses to Rethink Financial PlanningBusiness News23rd April 2025Tax Year 2025-26: Why Tariffs, Tax and Rising Costs Are Forcing Small Businesses to Rethink Financial Planning

Small businesses across the UK are now under increasing financial strain, not only due to President Trump’s newly imposed 10% tariff on British exports to the US, but also as a result of rising domestic costs.

Sumer Law Champions SME Growth with Expanded Legal ServicesBusiness News15th April 2025Sumer Law Champions SME Growth with Expanded Legal Services

Sumer Law, part of the UK’s leading mid-market accountancy firm for SMEs, Sumer, has announced the launch of two new legal services: the Legal Partner Subscription and the Employment Law Bundle.

Study Reveals the Best UK Cities to Start a New BusinessBusiness Advice2nd April 2025Study Reveals the Best UK Cities to Start a New Business

A new study has revealed the best UK cities to start a new business, with Blackpool taking the top spot.

An Authentic Insight into Northern Irish FarmingBusiness News24th March 2025An Authentic Insight into Northern Irish Farming

Glenshane Country Farm’s tourism experience welcomes international visitors to the heart of Mid Ulster, where they can meet Jamese McCloy, take in farm life, and enjoy his signature Sheepdogs at Work experience.

Employment Shrinks by 0.4% in February as SMEs Prepare for New CostsBusiness News17th March 2025Employment Shrinks by 0.4% in February as SMEs Prepare for New Costs

Employment continued to retract in February following the Government’s decision to hike job taxes, a new report from Employment Hero shows.

Why Independents Are Winning With Gen Z Business News17th March 2025Why Independents Are Winning With Gen Z 

Gen Z (born 1997-2012) now makes up approximately 40% of the global consumer market – one it has reshaped to such an extent that experts predict independents could soon revive our otherwise abandoned highstreets.

Tax Year 2025-26: Why Tariffs, Tax and Rising Costs Are Forcing Small Businesses to Rethink Financial PlanningBusiness News23rd April 2025Tax Year 2025-26: Why Tariffs, Tax and Rising Costs Are Forcing Small Businesses to Rethink Financial Planning

Small businesses across the UK are now under increasing financial strain, not only due to President Trump’s newly imposed 10% tariff on British exports to the US, but also as a result of rising domestic costs.

Unlocking Growth: Why Alternative Finance is Key to the Future of UK SMEsFinance15th April 2025Unlocking Growth: Why Alternative Finance is Key to the Future of UK SMEs

The UK’s 5.5 million small businesses are the backbone of the British economy but many struggle to access the finance they need to grow.

The Growing Role of AI in Financial PlanningBusiness Advice24th March 2025The Growing Role of AI in Financial Planning

Discover how AI is transforming financial planning for businesses. Our guide explains its benefits, challenges, and applications.

A Beginner’s Roadmap to Building a Lead List That Drives SalesBusiness Advice28th January 2025A Beginner’s Roadmap to Building a Lead List That Drives Sales

Discover how to create a high-converting lead list from scratch.

4 Things To Do Before Opening a Business Bank Account In 2025Finance21st January 20254 Things To Do Before Opening a Business Bank Account In 2025

Opening a business bank account is a big decision that can have a significant impact on the everyday running of your business.

Efficient Invoice Processing in Accounts Payable: Transforming Business OperationsFinance12th November 2024Efficient Invoice Processing in Accounts Payable: Transforming Business Operations

In modern industries such as telecoms, IT, healthcare, government, finance, and logistics, efficient invoice processing in accounts payable (AP) is key to maintaining smooth operations and financial health. Managing thousands of invoices in a timely, accurate,

What SMEs Need From Their Payment ProvidersFinance29th October 2024What SMEs Need From Their Payment Providers

The importance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) cannot be understated. They create jobs and are a driving force of innovation and economic stability.

7 Small Business Tax Hacks to Maximise SavingsBusiness Advice21st October 20247 Small Business Tax Hacks to Maximise Savings

Starting a construction company can be daunting. There are many licenses and fees to consider, and the whole process can quickly get expensive.

Small Businesses Could Thrive in an Era of ‘Protectionist’ Tariffs Business Advice22nd April 2025Small Businesses Could Thrive in an Era of ‘Protectionist’ Tariffs 

As Trump’s sweeping tariffs continue to dominate global headlines, triggering both diplomatic tensions and volatility within key markets, it’s impossible to assuage fears of economic disruption.

Sumer Law Champions SME Growth with Expanded Legal ServicesBusiness News15th April 2025Sumer Law Champions SME Growth with Expanded Legal Services

Sumer Law, part of the UK’s leading mid-market accountancy firm for SMEs, Sumer, has announced the launch of two new legal services: the Legal Partner Subscription and the Employment Law Bundle.

How to Implement a Generative AI Cybersecurity PolicyLegal & Compliance8th January 2025How to Implement a Generative AI Cybersecurity Policy

Learn how to implement a watertight generative AI cybersecurity policy to protect sensitive data, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks.

Exploring the Importance of Supply Chain Automation in SMEsBusiness Advice12th August 2024Exploring the Importance of Supply Chain Automation in SMEs

Supply chain automation isn't just for big businesses. This article explores why automation can revolutionise the supply chain of even the smallest business.

Beyond the Courtroom: Top Advantages of Arbitration Over Traditional LitigationLegal & Compliance6th August 2024Beyond the Courtroom: Top Advantages of Arbitration Over Traditional Litigation

For business owners, lawyers, or any person in a legal dispute, it is almost an undisputed fact that arbitration is perhaps the topmost option for dispute resolution, as it has several advantages over traditional litigation. One needs to be well-versed with th

Visibility Equals Safety: How High-Visibility Clothing Keeps Workers ProtectedLegal & Compliance5th August 2024Visibility Equals Safety: How High-Visibility Clothing Keeps Workers Protected

Unlike those who work in an office setting where the risks to safety are minimal, working in construction sites and environments with moving vehicles and debris often contain many hazards with the potential to cause injury. Therefore in these workplaces, appro

Why a Labour Government Will Need to Work Harder for SMEsBusiness News2nd July 2024Why a Labour Government Will Need to Work Harder for SMEs

With wealth creation and growth at the heart of its manifesto, James Robson, CEO at FundOnion, explores whether Labour has what it takes to support SMEs.

Navigating Corporate Immigration. Strategies for SMEs to Attract Global TalentLegal & Compliance21st June 2024Navigating Corporate Immigration. Strategies for SMEs to Attract Global Talent

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) seeking to hire workers from different parts of the world must obtain a sponsor licence.

Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their BusinessBusiness News14th May 2025Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their Business

New research from iwoca reveals the overwhelming majority of UK SMEs are leveraging social media, as 97% say they use platforms to boost their business.

Sumer Law Champions SME Growth with Expanded Legal ServicesBusiness News15th April 2025Sumer Law Champions SME Growth with Expanded Legal Services

Sumer Law, part of the UK’s leading mid-market accountancy firm for SMEs, Sumer, has announced the launch of two new legal services: the Legal Partner Subscription and the Employment Law Bundle.

Weighing in on the Controversial Work From Home DebateBusiness Advice8th April 2025Weighing in on the Controversial Work From Home Debate

Multinational British communications company, WPP, has recently joined the trending mandate, requiring its global workforce to return to the office four days a week.

The Power of Community in Sustaining Small Business GrowthBusiness Advice24th March 2025The Power of Community in Sustaining Small Business Growth

For small businesses, success is a combination of many things. It could be the product's quality or an idea's ingenuity, but one element cannot be overlooked: the support of the local community.

Employment Shrinks by 0.4% in February as SMEs Prepare for New CostsBusiness News17th March 2025Employment Shrinks by 0.4% in February as SMEs Prepare for New Costs

Employment continued to retract in February following the Government’s decision to hike job taxes, a new report from Employment Hero shows.

Why Independents Are Winning With Gen Z Business News17th March 2025Why Independents Are Winning With Gen Z 

Gen Z (born 1997-2012) now makes up approximately 40% of the global consumer market – one it has reshaped to such an extent that experts predict independents could soon revive our otherwise abandoned highstreets.

The Psychology Of An Intrapreneur & How To Spot ThemBusiness News25th February 2025The Psychology Of An Intrapreneur & How To Spot Them

Entrepreneurs often get well-deserved recognition and attention. But what of those with many of the same skills as entrepreneurs but who work within an organisation, the somewhat overlooked intrapreneur?

Collaborative Marketing: 5 Effective Ways to Work with Industry Experts to Build BrandBusiness Advice18th February 2025Collaborative Marketing: 5 Effective Ways to Work with Industry Experts to Build Brand

5 steps to take to link up with partners in order to make your marketing efforts sing.

The Common Pitfalls to Avoid in SaaS Product LaunchesNews20th May 2025The Common Pitfalls to Avoid in SaaS Product Launches

According to Exploding Topics, 34% of startup failures are due to poor product-market fit, while Mailmodo reports that 20–40% of churn comes from expired credit cards or failed payments.

Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their BusinessBusiness News14th May 2025Meta Channels Lead the Pack as 97% of Smes Now Use Social Media for Their Business

New research from iwoca reveals the overwhelming majority of UK SMEs are leveraging social media, as 97% say they use platforms to boost their business.

Cyber Threats Are Rising — Here’s How SMEs Can Prepare in 4 StepsBusiness Advice13th May 2025Cyber Threats Are Rising — Here’s How SMEs Can Prepare in 4 Steps

Cybercriminals pose a significant and growing threat to businesses of all sizes. As industries become more reliant on technology to manage or support key functions, risks posed by cyber criminals cannot be ignored. Businesses can no longer afford to consider i

How Can Smaller Businesses Use Tech to Level the Playing Field?Business Advice8th May 2025How Can Smaller Businesses Use Tech to Level the Playing Field?

As a small business, it’s easy to think you simply don’t have access to the kind of technology which is helping the bigger players get ahead.

Common Misconceptions About Custom Software DevelopmentBusiness Advice28th April 2025Common Misconceptions About Custom Software Development

Businesses often shy away from custom software solutions due to worries of high costs. However, it doesn’t have to be costly and can save a company money in the long run.

Why SMEs Must Protect Their Brand Voice in the AI EraBusiness Advice8th April 2025Why SMEs Must Protect Their Brand Voice in the AI Era

With AI-generated content available in seconds and platforms like Canva and HubSpot embedding AI tools into their platforms, marketing has become turbo charged.

The Growing Role of AI in Financial PlanningBusiness Advice24th March 2025The Growing Role of AI in Financial Planning

Discover how AI is transforming financial planning for businesses. Our guide explains its benefits, challenges, and applications.

Your Website: The Starting Block for SME SuccessBusiness Advice24th March 2025Your Website: The Starting Block for SME Success

For SMEs, a website is no longer a luxury; it is the cornerstone of their digital presence, reputation, and image.

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