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14 small business employee benefits to boost satisfaction

Date: 1 May 2024

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Annual Donut survey reveals positive picture

Date: 10 April 2024

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Eight lessons from the Start Your Own Business podcast

In case you missed them, here's a list of the top tips we learned from our group of small business experts on the second series of the Start Your Own Business podcast.

Date: 13 April 2022 By:

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Business noise complaints from neighbours

As summer arrives, the risk of noise complaints increases as customers congregate outside. How can you manage a noise complaint against your business?

Date: 31 March 2022 By:

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The pros and cons of an employee ownership scheme

Could employee ownership be the answer to your recruitment woes? We look at the pros and cons of employee ownership for start up businesses.

Date: 9 December 2021 By:

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Three different ways to finance a commercial property purchase

Three different options for funding the purchase of a commercial property. Decide what option is best for your business.

Date: 20 July 2021 By:

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Ten grant opportunities and sources of support for female entrepreneurs

Ten sources of grant funding, support, advice and networking opportunities for female-led business and entrepreneurs.

Date: 11 March 2021 By:

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Top 20 ideas for starting a trade business

Do you have a skilled trade? You could start your own trade business with these top trade business ideas.

Date: 28 July 2020 By:

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Ten new business ideas for car enthusiasts and petrolheads

Self-confessed car enthusiast or 'petrolhead'? These start up business ideas could help you start the business of your dreams.

Date: 15 July 2020 By:

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UK business bank accounts - your options as a non-resident

If you’re doing business in the UK but not a resident, it might still make sense to get a UK bank account to simplify your financial life. Here’s how.

Date: 21 January 2020 By:

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