30 January, 2015 3 min read How to help create work-life balance for your team You may be working long hours to get your business off the ground or to take it to the next level, but should you expect...
28 January, 2015 4 min read How to find new export opportunities Jeremy Corner, owner of greeting card publisher, Blue Eyed Sun, and wedding stationery specialists, Ivy Ellen, looks at ...
8 November, 2014 3 min read How to develop a business plan for self-employment Sage Business Expert Antoinette Oglethorpe runs through what's important to consider if you're starting up self-employed.
22 October, 2014 3 min read Writing a killer business plan Unless you have a spectacular track record as an entrepreneur or an exceptionally great new business idea, you cannot ra...
17 September, 2014 2 min read How to find funding for your business Raising business finance to turn an amazing idea into reality or to invest in business growth plans can be challenging. ...
28 February, 2014 3 min read Understanding the digital footprint of your business Your digital footprint will spread whether or not you act. Managing it ensures that the business message is uncompromised,
21 January, 2014 3 min read Mission statement, vision and values: The integrity of every business If you were to ask one of your employees what your company values were, would they know what you meant? Get started here.
7 November, 2013 2 min read Identifying spoof or phishing emails Find out how to spot a spoof or phishing email that appears to come from Sage and what to do if you think you have been ...
4 November, 2013 5 min read Business promotion basics Promoting your business is something that no entrepreneur can ignore. Here are some simple tips for marketing your busin...
24 September, 2013 3 min read Customer service and going the extra mile Sage Business Expert Craig Sharp explains how much of his success comes down to good customer service and going the extr...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
11 January, 2013 1 min read How to launch your business part-time Sometimes, no matter how good your idea is, starting a business can feel like a tough decision to make. Find out ow to g...
21 December, 2012 3 min read How to stop social media eating up all your time The downside of social media for many small businesses is the time factor. Key to overcoming these challenges is plannin...
12 December, 2012 2 min read Maximising Christmas from a retail perspective Discover retail techniques to make the most of the Christmas period including inventory planning, organisation and pricing.
6 December, 2012 4 min read Top tips for awards success: How to enter and win awards for your business Jeremy Corner's business Ivy Ellen are finalists in the Wedding Ideas Awards. Jeremy shares his tips for awards success ...
25 July, 2012 3 min read Radio dread: Is music in the workplace delightful or distracting? Facing a division in your workplace over the playing music that everyone can hear? According to our poll you're not alone.