Gaps in the market are what unicorns are made of. Not the white sparkling horse spouting rainbows but billion-dollar startups. Finding that magical gap in the market is the opportunity […] more»

It’s common knowledge that the road of a brand-new business is a rocky one. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), whilst small business survival rates in some industries […] more»

Before looking to reassure employees, it is vital for leaders and managers to concentrate on their own wellbeing. Employers need to be in a stable condition both mentally and physically in order to help members of staff and bring everyone together. more»

Writing for Business Advice, CEO of analytics database EXASOL, Aaron Auld provides a four-step guide to set business owners on the right path to data enlightenment. With 47 per cent […] more»

The New Year has always signified change and a renewed outlook and, in 2017, the international marketplace offers numerous exciting opportunities for small British companies to take their business global. more»

Crowdcube CCO Matt Cooper identifies the key personality traits that makes a successful entrepreneur, including understanding value and sharing problems. more»

According to the results of a new survey by market research firm Attest, perfume brands, female clothing lines and firms in the gaming industry were found to be the guiltiest of wrongly estimating customer spending habits and needs. more»

Head of international development at currency transfer specialists World First, Marca Wosoba, takes a look at the export environment for those UK small business owners looking out towards new markets in 2016. Though owners may feel the need for more support, there are things they can do themselves. more»

Around 80 per cent of the businesses to fund on equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube have less than ten employees at the time of seeking investment so if you're a micro business looking to raise finance, crowdfunding is certainly an option worth exploring. more»