Business

What are the best card machines for small business in 2019?

31st December 2018

There are many small businesses across the UK that require the ability to easily accept credit card payments and today there are many solutions to aid in getting paid on the spot. Especially ideal for those businesses on the go be it you own a mobile coffee van or you are selling art online, there…

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Cybersecurity Tips Every Company Needs

28th December 2018

These days, one of the most important parts of running a business is protecting the company’s computer network from cybercriminals. There are so many hackers and viruses right now, that a company is at risk of suffering a cybercrime almost every day. If you do ever end up a victim of cybercrime, you could end…

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Best Small Business Office Telephone Systems

27th December 2018

Small businesses will generally use two different styles of telephone systems – VOIP and PBX. VOIP: A VOIP (voice over Internet Protocol) telephone system that is hosted on the internet / cloud which enables a business on the move to function more easily. PBX (traditional phone systems): The PBX solution (private branch exchange) will generally be…

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5 Small Business Marketing Trends for 2019

27th December 2018

For any small business it is not always easy to juggle between earning money from your business and spending time to market it though to be successful you will have to try your very best to master both! 2019 is likely to be an interesting time for UK small businesses with the doom and gloom…

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Starting your own Business in 2019 – 5 Key Steps:

26th December 2018

Believe me there will most certainly be ups and downs, times you will feel on top of the world oozing in confidence and you’ll also be down in the dumps struggling to conjure up any enthusiasm – A roller coaster ride. Anybody that starts their own business deserves praise in my eyes and those who…

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Debunking common SEO myths

13th December 2018

SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is a practice that is being taken on by individuals or businesses that own a website. This is done in order for sites to show up on SERPs (Search Engine Result Pages) and consequently rank towards the first page or to show up as the top result. Google’s algorithm is extremely…

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Why Your POS System is Crucial to Your Business

11th December 2018

Technology is positively contributing to the way your business runs. Among the various business technological advancements that have been introduced in the world today include point-of-sale (POS) systems which give businesses and restaurants an opportunity to automate and sophisticate their operations. In most cases, point-of-sale systems are normally applicable at the customer service or till…

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Why the right business insurance can prove to be a successful promotional tool

6th December 2018

Possessing the perfect tradesman insurance can be an imperative promotional tool depending on what line of business you’re in. As tradesmen, we understand that, sometimes, our services can mean carrying out dangerous work operating heavy machinery and completing manual labour on building sites and in people’s homes. However, your insurance policy can allow you to…

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Above board — 4 legal compliance tips for your business

4th December 2018

Running a small business involves more time-consuming twists than a Salvador Dali clock. And keeping staff happy, recouping funds for completed work and satisfying loyal customers while looking for new ones sometimes keeps you so busy that you may lose focus on regulatory requirements — which can have a massive negative impact. Paying your employees…

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Why your online business may be failing and what you can do about it

29th November 2018

Starting an online business is an excellent and scary feeling at the same time. However, then, this is how it feels to start any business, right? Maybe not. Many people resort to open a digital store to escape the pressure of their day job. On the one hand, you know this is your dream come…

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6 Ecommerce Trends We’ll See Next Year

28th November 2018

Even with the popularity of online shopping on the rise, there is plenty of competition, especially among smaller businesses. As businesses become savvier and technology more streamlined, smart eCommerce store owners should pay attention to the trends and keep their sites updated and on the cutting edge. In 2018, experts predict global eCommerce retail sales…

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What you need to know about Crowdfunding

26th November 2018

Just what exactly is crowdfunding and how does it differ from kick starters? Do you invest money in return for profits, shares, products or is it simply a glorified way to lose your money? Speaking from experience having raised money in to my own businesses and sold off to private investors, both options of crowdfunding…

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