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Topics - Here you will find help on the major areas of running a business, with help on everything from Tax to IT.
Case Studies - A selection of inspirational start up stories to help inspire you to get going with your business.
Frequently Asked Questions - Here you will find articles on the most frequently asked questions regarding different specific areas of running

 

Here you will find help on the major areas of running a business, with help on everything from Tax to IT. Click a link below to access an article...

You and your idea
Formation
Finance
Tax
Law
Business planning
Sales and Marketing
Premises
Employment
IT

 

A selection of inspirational start up stories to help inspire you to get going with your business. Click a link below to access an article...

The Survivor
The Problem Solver
The pro Sportsman
The Mumpreneur
The Ideas Man
The HR Innovator
The Fighter
The Ex Serviceman
The Ex offender
The Ex City-Man
The Ethical Businessman
The Author
Growing an online business
Growing an ecommerce business
How we set up a unique business
First 12 months in business
How business evolves in a year
Ecommerce
How and why I set up my home based business
Becoming an mumpreneur
Turning my invention into a business
Coming up with an idea for business
Restaurant business
Creative industries business
Café business
Beauty salon
Starting and developing
Starting a home-based business
My 9-to-5 business
Creative agency business
Finding my niche
Coming up with an idea for business
Becoming a mumpreneur

 

Here you will find articles on the most frequently asked questions regarding different specific areas of running a business, helping you find the answer you need quickly and effectively. Click a link below to access an article...

Tax

Bookkeeping
Health and Safety Rules
Complying with environmental legislation
Business Plan basics
Strategy
Sales forecasting
Marketing plans
Limiting Start Up costs
Calculating Start Up Costs
Pre-launch marketing
Media Interviews
How to design business stationary>
PR for Start-ups
Market research for Donuts
Choosing an accountant
Key preformance indicators
Promotional leaflets
Setting up a limited company
Mentoring
Oldepreneurs
Effective cashflow management
Dealing with a late payment
VAT Registration
Business insurance
Social Enterprises
Family investors
Setting up a home based business
Staff Dress codes
Debt recovery
Trade Marks
Finding Premises
Networking
Single member companies
Business partnerships
Directors' responsiblities
Displaying company names
Employment contracts
Staff grievancies
Dismissing employees
Customer Service
PAYE Scheme
Key It Threats
Producing invoices
Statements of employment
Tax and company vehicles
Setting up a home office
Supplier contracts
Non-discolsure agreements
Data protection rules
Personal Branding
Sales technique
Patents
Women in business
Supply contract disputes
Buying a business