The positive impact of entering business awards should never be underestimated. With countless companies having successfully navigated and survived the Covid challenges of the pandemic, numerous...
UKBF Editor
Most business owners will have experienced customers asking for a discount. While it can be awkward, it doesn’t have to be with these techniques that will help you politely refuse. In the...
Dan Hobson
Many UKBF members run successful home businesses. However, there are some important implications that many home-based business owners might not be aware of. Running a business from home is as...
Dan Hobson
Getting your business into the media is an excellent way to land some free advertising and boost your credibility in the process. Learn how you can utilise PR – without spending a penny. In...
Dan Hobson
Rising costs are a real concern for small businesses at the moment, and many business owners are looking at ways to better manage cash flow in the short term. Every business experiences...
ChrisGoodfellow
At Beautinow.nl we've just celebrated our second year anniversary since starting our perfume business. In this guide, we want to share all the knowledge we've gained, to help you start your own...
UKBF Editor
Inflation hit a dizzying rate of 9.4% this week. Amid rising energy, fuel and living costs, being able to promote your business on a budget is more important than ever. Reporting by the...
Dan Hobson
Starting a property business can be a great way to invest long term and short term. But should you do it as an individual or a limited company? Many people are turning to bricks and mortar amid...
Dan Hobson
Business Data Group mid-year company formations review shows boom and bust in the property and lettings market Despite business returning to some semblance of the old pre-pandemic ways, the first...
JuliaClementsRoche
Press release For immediate release: Tuesday, 19 July 2022 Business Data Group Acquisition Of The Supplier Central Affirms Its Position As UK’s Leading Provider Of Small Business Support And...
JuliaClementsRoche
Boris Johnson’s announcement that he is stepping down as Conservative leader and Prime Minister has sparked a new leadership contest. But what does that mean for business? There are now two...
Dan Hobson
When you start a new business, you’re a one-person sales, marketing, finance and ops team. It’s a whirlwind. But as your business starts to grow, you need to be able to take a step back and look...
Kat Haylock
Flipping websites can be a highly profitable business model. However, getting the most out of a website sale requires considerable hard work and preparation. While valuations for content websites...
UKBF Editor
Press release UKBF Calls For Government To Equip The Next Generation To Become Tomorrow’s Business Leaders UK Business Forums (UKBF) has welcomed the recommendations to modernise and...
JuliaClementsRoche
Real estate is one of the top sectors for companies starting up a new business in 2022. We look at how you can get into the property game – even if you have no money. Launching a property...
Dan Hobson
With businesses being urged to cut prices for customers to help tackle the rising cost of living, UKBF members have called the proposal “a classic start of a race to the bottom”. A new...
Dan Hobson
Following the successful launch of UKBF London Networking last month, the UK’s largest and most active online community for small and micro-business owners has announced its next free small...
JuliaClementsRoche
Even if you know your business inside out, it can be tricky to articulate exactly what it does. You might think you have an explanation nailed, but then you open your mouth and realise the words...
Kat Haylock
Introduction to setting up your business For many people since the pandemic, the focus has been on creating a better work/life balance. For some this will be the thoughts, and perhaps dream of...
MOIC
We’re halfway through the year, which means many of us are checking-in on our 2022 business goals. Ask yourself these three questions to see if you’re on track. Goals are an essential part of...
Dan Hobson
