According to Lloyd's Bank, it costs an average of £12,601 to start a small business. Of course, this number begins to snowball rather quickly when it comes to some of the more significant start-ups out there. more»
Starting your own business, as rewarding as it may be in the end, can sometimes be overwhelming. Getting the right advice early on is crucial, which is why Sage has […] more»
It’s getting tougher to run a business without going international. Even if most customers are domestic, the cost savings of international suppliers/vendors gives a company an instant edge. And so, […] more»
Most of us have been working from home throughout the pandemic, which for some of us, has been great. We don’t need to sit through long commutes, we can spend […] more»
In the wake of the global pandemic, many aspects of our everyday lives have changed, including how we shop – with many of us now choosing to buy primarily online. […] more»
Finances are the backbone of any business. Without accurate projections, a thorough budget, and proper account management, even the most innovative startups are likely to fail. Despite that, many businesses don’t prioritize financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes enough and don’t take necessary steps to reduce risks. By avoiding a few common financial planning mistakes, you can increase your business’s chances of success dramatically (and keep the CFO happy at the same time). more»
This week has been a milestone for UK employers during the coronavirus saga as the deadline has passed for them to put new staff on furlough. Business owners had up until June 10 to put any new members of staff on the Government scheme. more»
The first Monday in February is the day when employees are most likely to call in sick. Otherwise known as National Sickie Day, it hampers productivity and piles on the workload for remaining staff members. more»
Britains unemployment levels are at the lowest they have been since 1975, and with this rise in jobs, employers are seeing a palette change from candidates. For people wishing to recruit a new member to their team, be aware the ball is no longer in your court. more»
As the saying goes; a tidy desk is a tidy mind. more»
