Whether your business is a startup, or well established, there are always ways of developing the business to make it more profitable and sustainable. In this article, we briefly explore five ways in which you can develop your business to achieve your goals.

Recycling has become an important part of everyday lives, with most people understanding why we do it and the benefits for the environment. But when did it all start in the UK? Recycling actually dates back much further than we would imagine. Humans have always engaged in recycling of some kind. Reusing, handing down and…

When you’ve worked hard to build up a successful business, the last thing you want is to see it threatened by criminals. And, with cyber crime on the rise, this has become the primary concern for many organisations. Knowing the dangers is the first step in countering them, so read on to discover three of…

When you run a business, you will find that there are lots of things to worry about. Something that you don’t want to have hanging over you is the worry of your business being burgled. Businesses are often a target for burglars as they will often contain lots of high value items.

Being a company director brings many obligations and some risk of personal liability. Sometimes a company may be sued by an employee or customer with whom it had a contract. But what does this mean for a company director, with whom there was no direct contract but who leads that company. Can they be sued…

Brand positioning is a strategic tool to help an organisation differentiate itself from competitors. By rebranding a product or service with a new tagline, companies can position themselves above their competition. For example, Coca-Cola’s advertising campaigns use retro images and the dynamic ribbon to emphasise their authenticity. Likewise, other companies may choose to capitalise on…

Whether you’re signing or drafting an employment contract, it’s vital to understand the concept of restrictive covenants and how they relate to the law. The context to restrictive covenants Businesses always have information – whether data, systems, networks or customer insights – that are vital to their success and considered critical to success in their…

A clean and orderly office says a lot about your company. Keeping a place free of clutter, spills, and other messes says that your company takes its work seriously and values its employees’ well-being. And employees who feel proud of their work will give better performance. Keeping an office clean and orderly is a great…

Hiring a business accountant is a crucial step for a business, but there are signs that you should seek professional help. You may be a one-man band in the early stages, but as you grow and your company grows, you will need a professional. Here are some signs that you need help with business accounting.…