Creating a Zero Waste grocery store
Groceries will have a significant impact on the environment which is why many people are opening zero waste grocery stores. Here’s why that’s a good idea. Could 2022 be the year of sustainability? While we’ve been saying this every year for as long as we can remember, there is something about the current situation which […]
What you need to know before buying a business
If you have the financial resources, buying a business can be an exciting adventure, but it can be risky – here are a few questions you should ask first. If your business is expanding and you’re doing well, you may think about expanding by buying up another. This might be to bring in more income, […]
The basics of running your own single-person company
Even if there’s just one of you, that might be enough to get started as a single person company. Here’s how to do it. Thinking about starting your own business? You’re not alone. Times of economic uncertainty tend to lead to an increase in the number of people starting out on a new solo adventure. […]
Making corporate responsibility work for SMEs
Being a socially responsible business is not just about doing the right thing, it can be very good for your profits. Here’s how to make it work. Corporate social responsibility is nothing new. It’s been with us for decades. Only now, though, does it seem to be taking its rightful place at the centre of […]
How to set Strong Passwords
They guard a huge amount of personal data, but many people are not doing everything they can to keep their passwords safe. Here are some tips to making yours as secure as possible. Every person and business have their own personal kingdom protected by their passwords. These little words can hold the keys to bank […]
Naming Your Business
Your name is your identity and the same goes for your business. Choosing the right one can be difficult but it could be more important than you imagine. What’s in a name? It might be more important than you think. For example, think about what kind of career Marion Morrison might have had if he […]
Getting Freelancers Paid More Quickly
Handling freelance payments can be complicated but getting them paid more quickly will help your business attract the best people. The web is full of articles aimed at freelancers offering ways in which they can ensure they get paid on time. However, there are relatively few aimed at businesses explaining why they should work hard […]
Freelancing from Home: What You Need to Know
Working from home can be great, but as many find to their costs, it’s not for everyone – here’s how to make your experience rewarding and profitable. It’s the dream of many an office bound employee – to cut loose from the nine to five, ditch the commute and do you work in your pyjamas […]
Going Freelance Unexpectedly
Many freelancers get started unexpectedly on the back of a redundancy notice. If you’re in that position it can be daunting, but this could be the start of an exciting journey. Some people choose freelancing, others have freelancing thrust upon them. Over the past couple of years, thanks to our old friend COVID-19, it’s been […]
A Guide to Making Tax Digital
Small businesses and freelancers will have to embrace technology to satisfy the government’s Making Tax Digital goals. Over the past few years, the government has been digitising the tax process with the goal of becoming entirely paperless. It started in 2015 with the introduction of personal tax accounts which are designed to make it easier […]
