Is running a business really for you? - overview
Running a successful business is not for everyone. Time, commitment, funding and skills are essential. Find out if you have what it takes.
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Running a successful business is not for everyone. Time, commitment, funding and skills are essential. Find out if you have what it takes.
Running a successful business is not for everyone. Time, commitment, funding and skills are essential. Find out if you have what it takes.
Starting a business can be exhilarating, but it has its downsides and risks. How to appraise whether you have what it takes to run a business.
Oliver Bell, who co-founded Oliver's Travels with best mate Ravi, shares the perils and pitfalls of starting and running a business with a friend.
Wondering if you can start a business? Sarah Giblin, founder of RiutBags, answers common start up questions from would-be entrepreneurs.
Fiona Graham of Family Business UK explains why it can pay to keep it in the family when starting and running a business.
Business partnerships account for around 7% of all small businesses. If you would like a business partner to share the responsibility of running your business with, a business partnership could be for you.
Many leaders still hide their emotions at work. Ally Yates looks at the role of emotion in creating a positive, productive workplace environment.
Part-time businesses are booming. According to research, 20% of UK adults use their spare time to grow a new business or earn extra income.
Remaining organised and prioritising tasks can help you to cope with a demanding workload while maximising your productivity. These tips are intended to help you get through.
Starting and managing a business can be even more challenging when you also have to juggle family responsibilities. Our guide to work-life balance.
How to have a relaxing holiday when you run your own business
Business adviser and start-up author Kevin Duncan offers his tips for self-preservation when running your own business. Here's his advice.
One advantage of running your own business is that you can do things your way - but juggling demands is a key skill. Three entrepreneurs reveal their own approach to achieving a successful work-life balance.
Are you coming to the end of your degree and wondering what's next? Starting a business is a popular option for graduates, but is it right for you?
Most owners learn from practical experience, so what's the value of a degree if you want to set up your own business? Three business owners discuss.
Hilary Devey started out in a haulage firm. Founder of a multi-million pound business she became high-profile television small-business adviser.
Many successful people acknowledge that luck is a factor in business, including Sir Richard Branson as he states in his autobiography.
How to manage business change; understanding catalysts for change, driving change with your team and creating a culture of innovation.
How to improve your time management. Our guide to setting priorities, using to-do lists and task management apps and improving productivity.
Managing workplace stress can reduce absenteeism and improve productivity; a guide to mental health at work for employers and employees.