Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the true backbone of the UK economy. This community of accountants, tailors, corner shops and everything in between make up over 99% of all businesses.
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Business advice to help you grow your SME and small & medium sized company and help you grow your company
HMRC Gives Businesses Extra Week to Prepare for New R&D Information Form
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced that the rollout of the new additional information form that is required to support all claims for Research and Development (R&D) tax relief or expenditure credit has been pushed back by seven days.
Supporting employees with addiction: Lessons from the accountancy industry
Rates of addiction across the UK have risen sharply over the past year. According to a recent survey commissioned by addiction charity The Forward Trust, 1 in 3 adults had relapsed into addiction during 2022 or knew someone close to them who had.
Are you a fit director?
All directors have responsibilities under the Companies Act 2006, but many lose sight of what is required when they’re in the thick of running a business.
How to start a creative video production agency: Tips and tricks from one of London’s fastest growing video production companies…
Don’t expect a quick-fix guide or foolproof blueprint to kickstart a thriving creative agency. If your looking for that, you might want to scour Reddit or the daily mail – they seem to have an endless advice.
SMEs told to think ahead before tying up with social media platform Threads
Business owners are being urged to wait and see before signing up to the new social network Threads in case they get tangled up in pursuing a strategy that does nothing to serve their interests.
Strategies for Success: Richard Alvin’s Blueprint to Building Business Confidence in the Second Half of 2023
As the Founder and CEO of a leading media company, Richard Alvin looks at the ways that UK SMEs can really impact their business growth.
4 ways to grow your business in a downturn
It’s possible that the UK economy is about to go into freefall. Inflation remains persistently high, and growth remains sluggishly low.
The AI Advantage: Richard Alvin’s Game-Changing Strategies for UK SMEs’ Explosive Growth
Richard Alvin explores the various ways in which AI is transforming small businesses in the UK and provide practical strategies for leveraging AI to fuel explosive growth
The importance of getting a workplace investigation right
The daily barrage of comments in the news about TV presenter Phillip Schofield admitting to having an extramarital affair shows no sign of abating. MPs even summoned the bosses of ITV to appear before a committee to give answers.
Driving Company Growth: Why Innovation Should Be at the Forefront
In our ever-changing world, innovation in the business sphere has swiftly evolved from being a popular catchphrase to a foundational pillar for success and long-term growth.
Is there a future for Desktop Software in business?
Desktop applications are software programs installed and run on Windows desktop PCs, Apple Macs and, at a more niche level, Linux desktops.
How to Retain Your Top Talent: Key Strategies for Success
One of the biggest challenges for businesses is retaining their top talent. Losing key employees can have a significant impact on a company’s productivity, profitability, and overall success.
How your company can benefit from business car leasing
Leasing your business’s cars or vans can be one of the most cost-effective and beneficial methods when adding vehicles to your fleet.
How UK SMEs are Using AI to Drive Business Growth and Stay Competitive
As AI continues to advance, SMEs in the UK are increasingly seeking ways to harness its power to drive business growth and remain competitive in today’s fast-paced market.
