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- Funding
- Tips
10 June 2026
What lenders and investors actually look for from SMEs
One of the biggest misconceptions among small businesses is that lenders and investors only care about turnover.
- Funding
- Tips
03 June 2026
Cash flow forecasting explained simply
Businesses that regularly monitor cash flow are often able to make decisions earlier, avoid unnecessary stress and identify opportunities for sustainable growth.
- Funding
- Tips
21 May 2026
The 7 drivers of growth that every business should understand
Improving profitability is not always about finding huge numbers of new customers.
- Funding
- Tips
20 May 2026
How to fund business growth through your customers
For many businesses, the most sustainable source of growth funding is already sitting in front of them: their customers.
- Employer resources
- Tips
16 April 2026
Employment law changes are coming in 2026: what employers need to know
A number of new workplace rules and protections will start to take effect shortly. Here are the key changes you should be aware of.
- Sustainability
- Tips
16 April 2026
Sustainability is now expected (not a bonus)
Sustainability has moved from a “nice to have” to a core expectation for businesses of all sizes. For SMEs this presents both a challenge and a clear opportunity for growth.
- Marketing
- Tips
25 March 2026
How to stand out and fix your marketing
Simple tips to stand out and fix your marketing by concentrating on three key elements: Market, Message and Media.
- Marketing
- Tips
03 March 2026
Why public relations are vital for business reputation in the age of ‘fake news’
The speed with which news travels in the age of social media and live online updates means businesses need to recognise the importance of public relations to maintain their reputations.
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