Many businesses require funding or investment at some stage, either to launch or scale-up. The common route is equity share. Whilst this is readily available, these are not without pitfalls or obstacles. […] more»
How do you handle time off for employees to attend jury service? Here, Croner associate director Paul Holcroft outlines your responsibility as an employer. more»
As new figures reveal that bad debt is contributing to an SME insolvency boom, we reveal eight survival tips to help business owners boost their cash flow. more»
In a world where consumers are increasingly making decisions based on feelings, it has never been more important for business owners to connect emotionally with their audience. more»
Office romances are twice as successful as online dating. What’s your company’s stance on this? Here’s how to build a company policy and keep things above board. more»
Small businesses across the UK are set to share an estimated £118m revenue boost from extra bank holiday consumer spending over both bank holiday weekends in May, according to new figures from Paymentsense. more»
40% of all crime in the UK is fraud related. Yet whenever we talk to people about fraud and scams, they immediately joke about calls from BT about their internet […] more»
An increasing number of men say they enjoy the experience of shopping on the high street much more now than they did five years ago, crediting improved retail experience and choices as the main reason. more»
David Walker helps a cafe owner understand their options as a staff member threatens to leave for a rival company nearby, possibly contravening their employment contract. more»
A retrospective tax on self-employed individuals who made use of alternative remuneration schemes will now be reviewed by the Treasury, following a key amendment to incoming legislation. more»
