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How to get more control over your business budgeting  – Small Business UK
This is especially true for small businesses, where resources can be limited, and maximum value must be squeezed from every pound spent. And in these times of ongoing energy...
The 3 biggest benefits of smart  meters for small businesses – Small Business UK
The UK energy market has been hit by nearly a shock a year so far in the 2020s, with pandemics and conflict all contributing to price volatility. With ongoing...
Can your business help to achieve net zero? – Small Business UK
Net zero is the global goal of reducing carbon dioxide emissions to zero, either through complete elimination or by balancing emissions with removal. In order to prevent a climate...
Why your customers choose certain payment methods and what you can do about it – Small Business UK
If you’ve ever seen a customer abandon their basket at checkout, you’ve probably asked yourself what went wrong. Sometimes it’s the price. Sometimes it’s timing. But often, it’s the...
Checklist for going self-employed – a Small Business guide – Small Business UK
Dare you go self-employed? Is it time to turn your side hustle into a full-time job? If you do, you will join approximately 4.3 million self-employed workers in the...
Building a personal brand as a freelancer – Small Business UK
Small businesses today are expected to have a face of their brand, most often the founder themselves. That means that you as the founder need to embody the brand:...
The best free online survey platforms for small businesses
An online survey can be a useful way to connect with your customers while learning more about their likes and interests. They go way beyond SurveyMonkey, with plenty of...
The importance of financial reporting for small business owners – Small Business UK
All UK companies, from corner shops to corporations, must submit an annual financial report to Companies House. As a small company (annual turnover of less than £10.2m, a balance...
Running your small business – essential guide – Small Business UK
First thing’s first: running a small business is never easy. But there are ways to make things easier for yourself. It all starts with understanding your obligations as a...
Maximising the value of zero-party data to improve customer experiences – Small Business UK
The use of zero-party data is on the rise as customers increasingly seek better experiences. Recent research has revealed that almost half (48 per cent) of consumers would rather...
Basics of small business accounting: tips and tools for beginners
By Alice Feilden on Small Business UK - Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs Small business accounting can be daunting. But, this handy guide will help...
Where to find green small business grants – Small Business UK
UPDATED: Many entrepreneurs are looking to eco small business grants to help them fund environmental projects, adopt green technologies and become more sustainable. Funding comes under the following categories...