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Business Articles
Explore practical business advice and expert insights on business finance, funding, loans, and growth. Our business articles cover everything from startup finance and cashflow management to business planning, debt management, and securing funding for your SME. Whether you're starting out or growing an established business, find useful guidance to help you make informed financial decisions and take your business forward.
How emotion can affect your business decisions
Emotions and psychological biases can affect your business decisions. Learn how taking steps, such as receiving advice and working proactively, can help protect your business.
Daniel Carrico
6 days ago
Start Up Loans: The key to starting a business and growing it
In our second Knowledge Hub interview, we sat down with Nabeel Akhter to discuss Start Up Loans. Find out what he had to say.
Eòsaph Macbeth
Sep 30
Christmas planning: How seasonal businesses can prepare for their busiest time of year
Seasonal business planning requires a long-term outlook. Learn why it's important to be proactive and discover a few Christmas-related business tips.
Daniel Carrico
Sep 24
How to maximise the benefits of your Business Advisor relationship
Learn how working with a Business Advisor can provide valuable business support, expert guidance, and practical advice to help your business grow.
James Minott
Sep 22
Minority business owners and debt: What gets in the way of pursuing funding?
Ethnic minority business owners can often face greater challenges in life and at work. Discover the roadblocks many face around debt and accessing business finance.
Seth Addo
Sep 17
5 game-changing business lessons from classic video games
Retro video games often had one thing in common: simple rules that were difficult to master. Discover what they could teach you about running your business.
Eòsaph Macbeth
Sep 3
Debt restructuring: How it could benefit your business
Debt can eat into a business' cash flow and stagnate growth if mishandled. Learn how debt restructuring could provide your business with much-needed relief.
Daniel Carrico
Aug 18
5 proactive ways to prepare your business for worst-case scenarios
The world is a little bit like a rollercoaster at the moment, you never know what's next. Here are a few proactive ways to prepare your business for worst-case scenarios.
Zainab Bukhari
Aug 13
What Winnie the Pooh can teach you about business
The third most profitable media franchise of all-time? Marvel? Star Wars? No. It's Winnie the Pooh. Here are some business lessons you can learn from the loveable bear.
Eòsaph Macbeth
Aug 11
Super El Niño: Why UK businesses should be planning ahead
Climate change and this year's Super El Niño are having a real impact on UK business. Discover why and learn how you can better plan ahead for the future.
Daniel Carrico
Aug 10
Good debt vs bad debt: Understanding the difference for your business
Can debt be both good and bad? Deputy Director, Danielle Davis, discusses the topic in our first Knowledge Hub interview.
Eòsaph Macbeth
Jul 23
Why fast finance isn’t always smart finance
Fast finances isn't alwaysd the best option. Discover why a smart approach to lending often produces better outcomes.
Seth Addo
Jul 15
5 ways managing a business is like being a Pokémon trainer
Starting a journey, building a team, taking on exciting challenges. Learn how managing a business can be a lot like being a Pokémon trainer.
Eòsaph Macbeth
Jul 9
3 signs your SME has outgrown its startup budget
Growth can come with its own problems as new needs and costs arise. Discover three signs you've outgrown your startup budget.
Lottie Naylor
Jul 7
What interest rates actually mean for your business
Interest rates can impact your business in a variety of ways. Learn what you need to know to stay on top of your finances.
Inderpal Singh
Jul 2
Startup to scale-up: the awkward teenage years of business
The in-between years between startup and scale-up can be awkward and challenging. Learn what you can do to help your business.
Zainab Bukhari
Jun 18
What can the World Cup teach you about managing a successful business?
The World Cup is here. Discover valuable lessons about managing a successful business you can gain from teams competing for glory.
Eòsaph Macbeth
Jun 11
Why women entrepreneurs often wait longer to take business risks — and what that can cost
Fear of risk can lead to stagnation, and with-it apathy. Discover what it could cost your business.
Danielle Davis
Jun 8
3 types of insurance that could help solve your SME headaches
Insurance, such as Personal Guarantee Insurance can provide SMEs with a vital safety net. Discover how.
Daniel Carrico
Jun 4
Funding isn’t failure: Why smart businesses borrow to grow
Financial roadblocks can cause businesses to stagnate or run into trouble. Discover why borrowing could be the key to unlocking growth.
Daniel Carrico
May 26
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