
3 November 2014
Starting a company: your vision vs. the reality
If your current day job is starting to grate on you, it’s only natural for your thoughts to turn to any alternative options. In all likelihood, you’ll be in the same situation if you turn up to work for another company: office politics, company values that don’t match your own and little to no freedom…

8 September 2014
Facing redundancy? How to proactively control your own destiny
Being made redundant can be a troubling time for anyone, and it is normal to feel the disillusion and stress that often come with it. You can however, take charge of your life through some simple steps that will help you get back onto the working ladder or even guide you in a completely new…

26 August 2014
Study Finds More SMEs in Financial Distress Despite Economic Recovery
The economic recovery is supposed to be making life easier for entrepreneurs and small businesses, but a new study from insolvency practitioners Begbies Traynor has suggested that the number of small businesses in ‘significant’ financial distress has increased over the last couple of years. The latest Begbies Traynor Red Flag Alert has revealed that the…

23 June 2014
Five Common Mistakes Made By New Business Owners (And How You Can Avoid Them)
Starting a business is a dream for many, and one that will become a reality for a lucky few. It’s no easy task and without a foolproof plan for your startup to follow, costly mistakes can be made before success is achieved. The first few months of a new business are vital – first impressions…

14 May 2014
Are You Cut Out to Run Your Own Business?
Setting up and running your own business can seem like an exciting challenge. You no longer have anyone to answer to, you are in control of your own destiny, you can work flexible hours and take a holiday whenever you want to (in theory). The are loads of benefits of being in the driving seat…