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The Most Dangerous Moment in Business Is When Everything Is Going Well

The Most Dangerous Moment in Business Is When Everything Is Going Well

They Saw It Coming. They Did Nothing. The Lessons Every Business Owner Needs to Hear. There is a particular kind of business tragedy that isn't about bad luck, poor timing, or a lack of talent...

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It’s Time to Look After You: Why Self-Care Can No Longer Wait

It’s Time to Look After You: Why Self-Care Can No Longer Wait

As the days shorten and the nights draw in, now is the perfect moment to remind oneself, and your fellow business owners, that you matter too. Running a small business means you’re accustomed to...

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Being an Enterprise Adviser is Good for Young People and Good for Business

Being an Enterprise Adviser is Good for Young People and Good for Business

When we talk about employability, we often focus on exam results or qualifications, but I have seen over the years that young people face a whole set of challenges that go well beyond grades...

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How to Deal with Troublesome and Abusive Customers

How to Deal with Troublesome and Abusive Customers

While catching up on some of the questions on UK Business Forums over the weekend, I came across this post from member Leeds66, asking for advice on handling a particularly abusive customer. They...

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A guide to bank fraud protection for small business owners

A guide to bank fraud protection for small business owners

I was sad to see a piece from a small business owner who had been a victim of fraud published in The Guardian today, resulting in their Revolut business account being emptied and losing all the...

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Achieve more by doing less: balancing growth and wellbeing as a small business owner

Achieve more by doing less: balancing growth and wellbeing as a small business owner

When you’re at the helm of your small business, finding the time to prioritise your mental health is far and few between. Navigating research, planning, sales, marketing, and admin amongst a sea...

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Four common management challenges for small business owners – and how to overcome them

Four common management challenges for small business owners – and how to overcome them

You’re finally on the path to making your small business dreams a reality – but those familiar feelings of apprehension are creeping in. The world of business can be daunting. Naturally, there...

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Why innovation is key to small business success – and how to make it happen

Why innovation is key to small business success – and how to make it happen

Innovation is essential for driving organisations of all sizes forwards, but the demands of entrepreneurship mean it often gets overlooked. Here’s why innovation should be a priority for...

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Rediscovering your business mojo: navigating the lows and reigniting your passion

Rediscovering your business mojo: navigating the lows and reigniting your passion

Running a small business can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster, complete with exhilarating highs and, unfortunately, disheartening lows. If you're at a point where the spark that once fuelled...

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Eight ways small businesses can save money during the festive period

Eight ways small businesses can save money during the festive period

Whether you’re a dab hand at the Christmas game or you’re facing your first December as a new entrepreneur – the festive season is well and truly upon us. According to Statista, the average...

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What to do if your business partner isn’t pulling their weight: a four step guide

What to do if your business partner isn’t pulling their weight: a four step guide

Whether you’re just starting up or you’ve been in the business game for a while, carrying the weight of your enterprise without the support of your business partner is never easy. For many...

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Eight ways to cope with loneliness as an entrepreneur

Eight ways to cope with loneliness as an entrepreneur

Starting a business always seems like a great idea at the time. You may even be enjoying its success as we speak – but you can’t seem to shake off that familiar feeling of loneliness. It’s...

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Moving abroad with work in five steps

Moving abroad with work in five steps

Things are starting to feel stagnant at work. Your office is a little stuffy and you’re tired of seeing the same faces every day. Last year, over 4.5 million UK residents considered packing up...

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Five tips for working from home

Five tips for working from home

Prior to the pandemic, one in eight people worked from home. But in recent years, up to 40% of us work from home each week. Whilst road rage on the daily commute may be a thing of the past for...

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How small business owners can support employee wellbeing

How small business owners can support employee wellbeing

Many of us have been in the position where you put everything into your job but failed to prioritise your wellbeing. Perhaps you experienced burnout and extreme stress, and came to realise that to...

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Encouraging Input From Your Team

Encouraging Input From Your Team

As humans, we are wired to want to be right. We want to make the best decisions, be seen as the expert, and have the answers to all the questions. However, when it comes to running a successful...

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Eight ways business owners can de-stress on their lunch break

Eight ways business owners can de-stress on their lunch break

Looking for ways to manage your wellbeing as a small business owner? Being your own boss and running your own business can be great, giving you the freedom and autonomy to do things the way you...

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How founders can set achievable business goals

How founders can set achievable business goals

January is typically the time when business owners take a step back and consider their goals for the coming year. If you’re in this mindset right now, it’s important to make sure they’re...

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6 productivity and wellbeing tips for small business owners

6 productivity and wellbeing tips for small business owners

There’s always lots to do when you’re a small business owner. That’s why it’s vital to stay productive, otherwise your workload will continue to build up. However, if you want to be more...

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How small businesses can prepare for the holiday season

How small businesses can prepare for the holiday season

Whether it’s your first Christmas as a founder or you're an experienced entrepreneur – the festive season is a busy period for most of us. Small and medium-sized businesses play a huge social and...

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