With research finding that over 65s are the fastest-growing group of new business owners, lifelong entrepreneur Robert Gould reflects on his own experiences to guide others through the journey of a so-called “olderpreneur”. more»
The Apprentice provides a great insight into business and some valuable lessons on how to succeed in the workplace. Here are four business lessons we can learn from watching the hit show. more»
Which business tasks could you automate to save time and money? Here’s a run-through of some suggestions of automating business tasks to delegate to your device of choice. And, unless it’s Siri, it shouldn’t answer back. more»
Business Advice spoke to three founders who reflected on their own experiences in overcoming adversity to give an insight into the challenges of running a small enterprise. more»
If employees are shopping electronically they are not working at that time, and employers can expect a reduction in productivity on Black Friday if their employees do this. more»
Ronnie Scott straddled both worlds of jazz musician and entrepreneur – opening his legendary London club in 1959 and being one of the most under-rated tenor saxophonists of his generation. more»
For many of the country’s small business owners, getting their product stocked on the shelves of the UK’s largest retailers is the ultimate achievement. A listing with the likes of Sainsbury’s, John Lewis or Selfridge’s can transform a company. more»
Offering an innovative approach to teaching in a what is a crowded cookery school space, Cactus Kitchens has become a market leader within just four years of business. more»
Most people don’t start out as entrepreneurs, preferring to launch their own business only after accumulating a few years of work experience, writes Quality Formations director, Greame Donnelly. more»
It is generally accepted that the mindset and skills necessary to start a business are very different from those required to grow it or run it when it’s more mature. more»
