2022
News, guides and free downloads for small businesses and landlords
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13-minute read
How to become a hairdresser or barber: a guide to going self-employed
Wondering how to become a hairdresser? From renting a chair to offering mobile services, here’s how to become…
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5-minute read
Cost of Covid-19 to small business now exceeds £109 billion
As we mark two years since the first national lockdown, a new report from Simply Business reveals the…
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7-minute read
Opening a beauty salon in the UK: how to get started
What are the requirements to open a hair salon in the UK? Read our in-depth guide for tips…
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6-minute read
How to do a PESTLE analysis for your business
What is the PESTLE analysis definition? Read on for PESTLE analysis examples, the advantages and disadvantages, and how…
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5-minute read
Report into gender bias and inequality affecting women business owners
As we mark International Women’s Day on 8 March, new research reveals gender bias affecting small business owners…
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7-minute read
What is the 1954 Landlord and Tenant Act and what should small businesses know?
The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 applies if you’re renting business premises. Here’s our guide on what commercial…
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7-minute read
How small businesses can tackle fake online reviews
Fake online reviews: how big is the problem for small businesses? Find out how to spot a fake…
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6-minute read
What is outsourcing? A simple guide for small business owners
Outsourcing can help with business admin and processes so you have more time to focus on what’s important.…
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4-minute read
Your guide to the product life cycle – and why it’s important
Did you know understanding a product life cycle can help inform your marketing strategy? Here’s how.
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7-minute read
Tips for developing a product: a simple guide
From idea and design to manufacturing and testing, here’s how to bring a new product to market. Read…
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