How to start a business

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Trim-It is a mobile barbershop - get your hair cut in a van

Trim-It on winning the challenge of dealing with investors

Dealing with investors can be tricky when you're trying to find funding for your business. Darren Tenkorang of Trim-It s...

20 March, 2019

Brexit poll - time to start getting ready for the UK to leave the EU

Sole trader guide: How to set up a business and deal with tax

Setting up as a sole trader is the easiest way to work for yourself in the UK. Here's how to do it, plus a guide to the ...

4 December, 2018

Setting up a creative side business can be great fun but don't forget about managing finances

How to manage finances for your creative side business

Earning extra money from your creative side business can be great but it's important to manage your finances too. Read t...

10 November, 2018

SoAmpli: Why you need to understand your cash flow

SoAmpli founder Maz Nadjm explains how automated tools for tasks such as payroll management helps him to focus on his co...

20 September, 2018

Sam Charles shares the story of her business, Float Digital

Float Digital: Why managing finances and outsourcing can help you win big

Sam Charles, the owner of Float Digital and winner of the Sage Ambition competition, shares her story and top tips for b...

17 September, 2018

Samuel Dennigan is the founder of Strong Roots

Strong Roots: How to manage inventory and the supply chain

Strong Roots founder Samuel Dennigan shares his business story and offers advice on managing inventory and the supply ch...

13 September, 2018

Oliver Mitchell and Matt Handley, the co-founders of fintech company Moneycado

Moneycado: How to come up with a winning business idea

Business support and a strong community focus helped Oliver Mitchell's business idea develop into fintech and travel sta...

6 September, 2018

Finding the right location is a key consideration when planning to run a retail business

How to set up and manage an independent retail business

There's a lot to consider when setting up and managing an independent retail business. Read this for advice on business ...

5 September, 2018

This is how to manage your accounts as a sole trader

Want to know how to manage your accounts while you focus on your business as a sole trader? This in-depth guide offers s...

4 September, 2018

Startup Stories: A free guide with advice on running a business

Startup Stories is a free guide featuring advice from Moneycado, Rockit, MPB.com, Hanx and Strong Roots on running and g...

31 August, 2018

Self-employed? Follow these steps to manage your finances and accounts

How to set up and manage finances for the self-employed

If you're self-employed, it's important to understand how to manage your finances and accounts. Read this for some top t...

29 August, 2018

Hanx: How to choose the right manufacturer for your business

Hanx co-founders Sarah Welsh and Farah Kabir share their experiences of finding the right manufacturer for their brand o...

23 August, 2018

Follow these tips to set up your own hair or beauty salon

How to set up a hair or beauty salon

Want to set up your own hair or beauty salon? Read this guide for tips on creating a business plan, finding the right lo...

20 August, 2018

Rockit: How grants and crowdfunding brought a baby rocker to life

The co-founder of hardware-based startup Rockit reveals how the business has used grants, awards and crowdfunding to hel...

17 August, 2018

Follow these tips if you're thinking about opening a bar or club

5 things you need to know about opening a bar or club

Thinking about opening a bar or club? This guide will help you in your bid to make this a reality with advice on locatio...

16 August, 2018

A comprehensive guide to setting up a dental practice

Setting up a dental practice can be a fulfilling experience. Read this guide to find out what you need to do to set up y...

15 August, 2018

Landlord and letting agent checklist to start your business

Get your landlord and letting agent checklist for tips on what to consider before setting up, financial responsibilities...

14 August, 2018

Knowing how to run your accounts is important for mechanic businesses

How to set up and run your accounts as a mechanic

Understanding how to run your accounts as part of your car mechanic business is important for keeping your company on tr...

13 August, 2018

Follow this guide to set up your own property business

Learn how to set up a property business

This guide to setting a property business will help you when it comes to managing money, employing people and registerin...

10 August, 2018

Want to start an accountancy practice?

Have you reached that stage when you want to start an accountancy practice, to do your own thing and be your own boss? H...

18 June, 2018

Sean Anderson started Hoxo Media with two friends

Hoxo Media CEO Sean Anderson on funding and building a great team

Hoxo Media CEO Sean Anderson talks about how he started his business, the challenges he faced getting the balance right ...

14 June, 2018