23 August, 2013 2 min read The benefits of being in the cloud for small businesses Find out how the cloud helps this small business's employees works from home and share important information with each o...
20 August, 2013 4 min read Getting a start-up loan from a bank When starting a new business, getting access to funds can be critically important. Find out how to apply for a bank loan...
19 August, 2013 4 min read Using the cloud in your business The 'cloud' and 'cloud computing' have been getting a lot of attention and many business owners are looking to the cloud...
15 August, 2013 5 min read Improve your cash flow part 2: Stock control Stock control is a vital issue that tends to be overlooked and feels like a juggling act. Too much can place a heavy tol...
15 August, 2013 2 min read What is a working capital cycle? Sage Business Expert, Mark Barrett explains the Working Capital Cycle and what is means for small businesses who want to...
13 August, 2013 3 min read Improve your cash flow part 1: Managing VAT VAT can provide a helpful contribution to cash flow, reducing the need for external sources of working capital such as c...
9 August, 2013 3 min read How to apply for an accelerator programme If you are daunted by the prospect of funding a start-up, one of the options is an accelerator. Find out how to apply wi...
6 August, 2013 3 min read A business owner’s guide to borrowing money – part 1 When running a business it's essential to have enough cash for working capital, such as for paying suppliers or tax. Get...
25 July, 2013 2 min read Are you a flexible employer? If you are an employer, has one of your employees asked about flexible working? Here's what you need to know and what yo...
11 July, 2013 3 min read Marketing for new businesses on a shoestring When starting a new business, marketing it well is one of the most important things you can do to grow your business. Fi...
9 July, 2013 3 min read Starting a business with no capital Thinking of starting a business during without having much capital to support you is very ambitious and risky. Find out ...
4 July, 2013 4 min read The pros and cons of employing a member of your family More than half of small trade business owners (51%) rely on a spouse to help run their business, but what are the pros a...
20 June, 2013 3 min read Hiring your first employee The last year for me has been all about investing in the business. I've moved out of the home environment to premises in...
17 June, 2013 4 min read Employing people: The legal implications Employing people can be a big step for business owners. Here are the also legal aspects that you need to know about befo...
31 May, 2013 4 min read 5 tips for dealing with suppliers when you’re starting up Running a business is challenging. Taking the time to carefully select your suppliers will help you run things just that...
22 May, 2013 2 min read Dealing with suppliers and cutting costs Mark Barrett gives some tips on where and how you might be able to save some money for your business and improve your ca...
13 May, 2013 2 min read Assessing your costs and drawing up budgets 11 questions you should ask when setting a budget for your new business. Great advice from Sage Business Expert and acco...
15 April, 2013 4 min read Pros and cons of the cloud for small businesses With the increase in "cloud-based" services, we discuss the pros and cons for small businesses and what to consider when...
28 February, 2013 3 min read Why would you want to sacrifice some of your salary? In the current economic climate, the mere mention of a reduction in salary would give cause for concern. Get the guidanc...
25 February, 2013 2 min read How to form partnerships with other small businesses Mark Barrett, offers his advice on how, in a tough economy, teaming up with another small business might be your best so...
22 February, 2013 2 min read Financial planning for self-employment Antoinette Oglethorpe, one of our Sage Business Experts,offers her advice on financial planning for those thinking of se...
14 February, 2013 3 min read Half-term tips for working parents Half term and other school holidays can be a difficult time for any working parent, and especially so for those throwing...
29 January, 2013 3 min read Business branding for beginners Branding isn't just about having a fabulous logo - you have to consider every aspect, including yourself.
17 January, 2013 2 min read 5 tips for new parents starting a business Running your own business can give you a lot of flexibility, which makes it perfect for new parents who find their curre...
2 September, 2024 30 min read From BANG! To boom: A late-blooming business journey Discover how BANG! Curry has made its way into kitchens worldwide, securing partnerships with HelloFresh and getting onto the shelves of Waitrose.
19 August, 2024 36 min read Create customer joy through acts of kindness Learn how small acts of kindness can make you and your customers happier from watercolour illustrator, Imogen Partridge.
5 August, 2024 33 min read How to balance a 9-5 and running your own business Nicola Robinson and Tolu Abisogun tell us how they balance the demands of their full time jobs, while running and growing their cheeky drinking games business, Berserk Games.
