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15 start up business ideas for your own business
Want to start a business but not sure what type of business to start. Gelato share 15 popular start-up business ideas to inspire you.
Date: 29 October 2024 By:
From start up to success story: the rise of SeekaHost
A start-up story charting the rise of SeekaHost, domain registrar and web hosting company, which was founded by Sri Lankan native, Fernando Raymond.
Date: 10 October 2024 By:
Is confidence in your business idea enough to start up?
Is confidence in your business idea enough to start a business? Atom Content Marketing founder, Rory MccGwire explains how he broke all the rules when he started the company.
Date: 12 September 2024 By:
How innovation and social media fuelled CRIMPiTs success
In this podcast episode, we talk to Mike Harper, co-founder of CRIMPiT, the innovative toasty maker. He explains how the product came about and how influencers and social media fuelled their success.
Date: 1 July 2024 By:
Ten great ideas for a start-up
Micro-businesses are booming. We share ten great business ideas for those thinking of starting out in business and working for themselves.
Date: 28 May 2024 By:
Annual Donut survey reveals positive picture
What are the key challenges that sole traders and small businesses are facing and how do business owners expect to fare in 2024? We share our 2024 survey results.
Date: 10 April 2024 By:
Eight ways we can help you start a business in 2024
Eight things to do if you’re planning to start a business in 2024. Get free guides, listen to business podcasts and subscribe to the Donut newsletter.
Date: 13 December 2023 By:
Ten steps to starting your own construction business
Starting a construction business can be more complicated than other start-ups due to the licences and permits required. This blog explains the ten steps to forming a construction business.
Date: 17 October 2023 By:
Starting a mini digger hire business at a young age
This handy blog delves into the mini digger hire industry and explains why so many young entrepreneurs are turning to the niche sector to start their business empires.
Date: 21 July 2023 By:
Tips for starting a business aged between 16-24
Just 1% of UK business founders are aged under 20 but there's no reason why more young entrepreneurs shouldn't follow suit. We share top tips for young founders and sources of support and grants.
Date: 14 June 2023 By:
Ten key business lessons I've learned from my 25 years at Atom
What key small business lessons can you learn when you have worked for the same company for a quarter of a century. MD, Lisa Williams shares her top ten lessons.
Date: 28 September 2022 By:
Not all entrepreneurs are rich. Here's what sets the successful apart
Entrepreneurs may be deified for their drive and ambition but to be really successful, they need certain qualities. We share five attributes of the successful.
Date: 15 September 2022 By:
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:
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: