Ready for an investor?
Winning a big investment is the dream for many start-up founders. But is your business ready to take on the commitment? What does investment mean for…
U-turn over Budget plan to increase National Insurance
Plans to increase National Insurance levels for self-employed people – announced in the Budget last week – have been dropped. Chancellor Philip Hammond has said the…
Grab our guide and grow your online business
You’ve launched your e-commerce business but you’re just getting started. This guide explains how you can build a loyal customer base and raise awareness of your…
start a business despite not being business minded
Months after starting what they saw as a hobby, Kim Nguyen and Kofi Ansah realised they were running a business. The duo reflect on scaling K&K…
UK skincare brand opens first salon
The founder of a small UK skincare brand has opened a treatment room under the same name in Telford, Midlands. Skin Sincere Beauty is situated in…
Business rates – Check your rateable value for next year
From 30th September 2016, anyone in England and Wales who pays business rates, can go online to check their new draft rateable value. From this they…
Business plan, why it is essential for small businesses
Six reasons you need a business plan and how you can use it to achieve your goals, according to Virgin StartUp’s Sophie Mackintosh. A strong business…
BBC Radio Shropshire interview
SYST’s Business Centre Manager interviewed by BBC Radio Shropshire Richard Nuttall, Business Centre Manager for Shropshire Youth Support Trust, was interviewed on Wednesday 29th June 2016…
Federation of Small Businesses pitches for younger members
The Federation of Small Businesses has launched a search for more young members. The organisation that represents the small business owner has introduced FSB Connect to…
Why you need a Business Mentor
While access to finance is vital when starting up, what is often forgotten is how useful a good business mentor can be to the success of…
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