small-businesses

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    General start up advice

    Hey all, I'd really appreciate some insight into a conundrum I'm facing right now. I'll try and keep it as brief as I can. For about five years now I've had this idea for a gaming venue for my local area that's severely lacking of anything of the sort, and a large part of our population here...
  2. 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 economic role over the holiday season. Filling the UK high streets with Christmas cheer, many...
  3. Seven ways to promote your small business for free

    Seven ways to promote your small business for free

    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 Financial Times found that more than 25% of businesses are worried about rising costs and 48% expect sales...
  4. Three tips to make your business seem trustworthy to customers

    Three tips to make your business seem trustworthy to customers

    Ensuring that customers trust your business is vital, particularly when you’re competing in a busy market. Having a business that seems trustworthy will help to attract new customers and keep existing ones loyal. Studies show that customers buy more from businesses that they can rely on. A...
  5. How To Get Your Business Noticed Online

    How To Get Your Business Noticed Online

    If you’re a small business trying to get your business noticed in today’s competitive market, chances are you can’t afford to spend your marketing budget on expensive ads and overpriced marketing tools. Being strategic about where and how you spend your business resources is key. Luckily, there...