With on-demand platforms Deliveroo and Uber both at the centre of high profile legal rulings in recent weeks, David Walker helps Business Advice readers understand the roots of controversy in the gig economy. more»
Small business owners could be damaging their recruitment strategy by not offering perks to potential employees, as new research reveals how important workplace benefits are to UK professionals. more»
Employees have sent a message to bosses demanding a greater flexible working culture, as new research reveals that over half of all workers in Britain are considering moving jobs unless things change. more»
Pip Wilkins, CEO of the British Franchise Association, discusses the opportunities for women in the franchising space – including flexibility and support. more»
Almost one-quarter of British employees would choose to work from home one day a week over receiving a pay rise, according to new research carried out by comparethemarket.com and the University of Sheffield. more»
The most efficient supply chains occur when small business owners can predict future demand with a high degree of accuracy – but should this be something to aim for? more»
In the first of a four-part series, Business Advice is delving into the world of payments in partnership with Paym – the way to get paid using just a mobile number. Increasingly popular amongst small business owners, they can provide both convenient and secure transactions. more»
So if you’re already struggling to keep your resolutions, how can you ensure that you stay on track with them? Matt Perkins, head of SME engagement at FreeAgent, gives his top tips for successfully keeping your business resolutions. more»
Peter Done, co-founder of BetFred and managing director of Peninsula Business Services, uses his experience of growing companies, and advising others accordingly, to provide ten simple steps new and early-stage entrepreneurs should adopt to safeguard your business. more»
All businesses know things can go awry unexpectedly, but unprecedented, unpredictable events can be particularly hard to swallow – and challenging to prepare for. NatWest explains what you can do as a sole trader to protect your firm as much as possible. more»
