Home | StartupDonut

Business inspiration can come from anywhere. Adam Ewart of Send My Bag explains how an unpleasant journey sparked his business idea.

Buying a business can be less risky than starting one. If the business has customers, then it has income. But it will need upfront investment.

Although the rate of business failures is dropping, failures are still well above the rates seen before the start of the economic crisis.

How to get a business loan; sources of business finance and start-up funding, understanding loan repayment terms and how to apply for a loan.

National Insurance overview for employers to help minimise National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and understand National Insurance rates and allowances.

Launched in early 2010, following 18 months of R&D, SnoozeShade™ is a blackout blind for pushchairs designed to help babies sleep during the day.

From demonstrating that you understand your customers to handling complaints promptly and effectively, learn how to set up a customer care programme.

Criminals are continually looking for more ingenious ways to rob honest, hardworking business owners. So how can you limit the risk you face?

You need to have clear rules outlining what will happen if employees commit an offence in the workplace. Our checklist tells you what to include.

Turning your business into a franchise could offer an effective and less risky way to expand significantly. Find out what it involves.