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Help and advice on running your business, from customers to finance

Keeping on top of the finances

Most business that fail do so because they have financial problems – and much of this is due to poor cash flow. This means that it’s vital for a new business to stay on top of their financial health at all times.

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Marketing online

Effective online communications means more than just emailing out press releases. Find out how you can be part of the conversation.

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Managing people

Managing people is the hardest skill for anyone in business. It’s a talent that some people have naturally, but that everyone can learn to do better.

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Working flexibly

Flexible working can help increase productivity. Discover how technology can help you to make the most of your working day.

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Consider ways to help your employees work flexibly - it can benefit your business
Try to lead your employees, rather than just managing them
Technology can make it easier to run your business cost-effectively. Find out more about it
Keep the customer in mind at all times - and if you ever have the chance to find out more about them, take it

10 tips to improve agility

On paper your business looks sound. But what if a changing market means you have to adapt your business model – fast? Find out how to improve your business agility.

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10 tips for socially responsible business

Social responsibility is a key part of modern business. Here's ten top tips on how to get it right.

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Supercharge your web site

You have a web site – but is it doing the best possible job? We give you five simple ideas for boosting your online presence and bringing your customers back for more.

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Flexible working and the law

Flexible working is something which can benefit everyone. But what does the law say about it? Find out more...

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Hiring the right employees

Every time a customer comes into contact with a member of your team, your reputation is on the line. If you want to hold on to it, you need to invest in good people.

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Five big mistakes

Everyone in business makes mistakes – but you can learn from others before making them yourself. In this feature we look at five common errors which can trip up your business, and how you can side-step them.

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Richard Moross on competing with bigger companies - watch now

1 September 2008

Late payment problems worsen for SMEs

Half of UK businesses have reported that late payment has become worse over the last year, with rese...
1 September 2008

Credit crunch triggers rise in employee ...

Fraud experts are warning employers to be extra vigilant of employee fraud after fears the credit cr...
1 September 2008

British bulldog spirit alive and kicking...

Nine out of 10 small business owners are happy to get straight back in the saddle if their first bus...

Pinewood Asset Finance

18 June 2008

Find out how Pinewood Asset Finance is using BT Tradespace to promote its business.
Starting up

23 July 2008

The solution to controlling your cash flow problems