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Private chauffeurs, spa days and more independence: How businesses can deal with Gen Z employees... by a Gen Z boss
There are tons of misconceptions about Gen Z, mainly that they are lazy, entitled and don't want to work. That's not true, they just need managing better, says Tim Armoo.
How to save on business energy bills - what you need to know
In our essential guide to business energy, we explain how commercial contracts differ from domestic bills, what you might pay, and how to compare energy deals.
Why craft breweries are under threat as closures leap 49%
Smaller breweries have been hit particularly hard by rising interest rates and higher costs, with many relying on debt to finance equipment, raw materials and in some cases, operating costs.
HomeServe founder Richard Harpin reveals his magic formula for budding entrepreneurs
Harpin has been there, done that - and now wants to share his formula with other aspiring moguls. He is letting the world into his eight secrets for creating a billion-pound business.
Collapsed Royale Life owed me £4,500 for painting work: Will I ever get paid?
Shortly after my work finished, the company went into administration with huge debts. But the sum of £4,500 is a fortune to me - what can I do to get my money?
How Chinese retailer Miniso is looking to take the UK market by storm
While other Chinese retailers like Shein have shaken up the fast fashion e-commerce model, Miniso has gone head first into retail stores in the UK.
We set up temporary stores for sole traders to sell their w...lp fix Britain's broken high streets, says Pop-Up Club founder
Pop-Up Club was founded in 2017 to provide new retail businesses, typically sole traders, with a physical space to sell their wares.
I was in series one of the Apprentice and been bankrupt twice - but entrepreneurs shouldn't worry about failure
Raj Dhonota, who was in the first season of Lord Sugar's BBC show, found success in business but has been declared bankrupt twice. Now he is looking to launch a new venture in the US.
Oliver Cookson launches supergreens business Verve Nutrition - can he replicate his multimillion pound MyProtein success?
Oliver Cookson launched MyProtein in 2004 with just £500, before selling it to THG for millions a few years later. Now he wants to take on a new industry, but can he replicate the same success?
Five TikTok money-making fads explained: Entrepreneur TIM ARMOO gives his verdict
The internet is full of business advice. Some good, some bad, and some on TikTok. To help you navigate the minefield, Tim Armoo mythbusts five business ideas.
Two thirds of accountants say poor HMRC service is hurting small businesses
There has been a 14% increase in negative opinion towards HMRC, compared to October last year, according to the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
Taxman to close self-assessment helplines until September and will only deal with 'priority' calls when they reopen
The taxman also said that helplines will reopen between October and March, but only to deal with 'priority queries', with all others to be directed to its online services.
I exposed Wirecard's fraud - now I'll help others do the same: Whistleblower Pav Gill on new start-up
Gill's disclosures helped bring about the company's collapse - but he faced repercussions as he wasn't kept anonymous. He says his start-up, Confide, will change that for future whistleblowers.
Forget Dragon's Den: Experts explain how you should REALLY pitch your business to investors
The TV series Dragon's Den might be entertaining, but it doesn't always reflect a real-life pitch. Two experts explain how to seal a deal with investors off-camera.
VAT threshold raised to £90,000 in the Budget - but small businesses call for more support
The threshold at which businesses have to register for VAT has been raised to £90,000, as part of a package of measures announced in the Budget. Does it go far enough?
Without support in the Budget Britain's brilliant small businesses will continue to struggle, says EMMA JONES
Inflation, unmanageable energy bills and rising staff costs mean it is impossible for small firms to invest in growth, says the founder of Enterprise Nation.
More than 140,000 small businesses have accounts closed by major lenders, figures show
Some 2.7 per cent of the 5.3 million business accounts held by small businesses were closed by banks, according to the Treasury Committee.
HMRC customer service plummets to 'all-time low' and taxpayers are fed up, say MPs
A report by the Public Accounts Committee published today reveals how HMRC's service levels have continued to deteriorate over the past year.
Britain's small businesses must not get left behind in the AI revolution, says Sage's Steve Hare
Steve Hare is the chief executive of Sage Group and says small businesses have much to gain from AI.
I want to open a shop but business rates worry me - what should I do? DAVE FISHWICK replies
During the pandemic, I started a business selling handmade treats online. Ideally, I'd open a shop with room out back to scale-up but business rates worry me.
HMRC to extend Making Tax Digital to 1m landlords and sole traders… and expert warns it could cause big delays
HMRC is extending its Making Tax Digital programme to landlords and sole traders with income over £30,000 from 2027.
I'm an entrepreneur who set up a business five years ago - here are my five key lessons
Zoë Allen jumped into the deep end in February 2019 without a business plan or pitch document when she set up her own art consultancy business.
Small firms accuse energy suppliers of 'sudden' hikes in standing charges that inflate bills
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) claimed some suppliers were hiking standing charges 'as a way to inflate bills for small firms'.
Small business owners are cash rich but neglecting pensions: Here's what to do
Just 51% of self-employed people put money into their pension each month - even though doing so can not only fund their retirement, but also give them tax advantages.
Meet the founder of the 'Rightmove of furniture' who wants to make it easier for you to shop online
Deirdre McGettrick launched Ufurnish.com with her co-founder and husband Ray Wright in 2019 and the online furniture aggregator now boasts over 100 of the biggest retailers.
Bank of Dave's Dave Fishwick has seven tips for launching your own business
From mad marketing stunts to being nice to your suppliers, This Is Money's business doctor Dave Fishwick shares his advice for people starting their own business.
Record number of start-ups registered in UK last year, official figures show
Despite it being a tough time for the economy, would-be entrepreneurs have not been deterred from staring up a business.
Entrepreneur Tim Armoo picks his top business ideas and trends for 2024
Starting a business doesn't need to be difficult and staying on top of the latest trends, opportunities and movements that emerge, can put you a step ahead. These are the trends I'm excited about...
I'm struggling to find a job in tech - how can I stand out from the crowd? BANK OF DAVE replies
I'm a contractor and take tech jobs a few months at a time. The market is really competitive at the minute, so what can I do to boost my chances? Dave Fishwick replies.
I print a magazine as a hobby and sell it on Ebay: Do I need to pay tax?
If I declare myself as a small business but consistently show that I am running at either zero profit or even at a loss, will the tax man start to think I'm running some kind of con?
A FIFTH of small businesses turn to Bank of Mum and Dad for start-up help
New research by wealth manager Charles Stanley reveals a fifth of UK startups are initially funded by inheritance, and a further 19% by cash from parents.
I've got a casual job and won't earn enough to pay income tax: Do I need to tell HMRC?
I have been offered a casual job that works on an ad hoc basis, and I won't earn over the income tax threshold. Do I have to tell HMRC? And how will I pay National Insurance?
Would-be entrepreneurs turn to arts and crafts to make some extra cash
Brits looking to launch a business in 2024 are turning to arts and crafts to make some extra cash, according to new research.
Will HMRC really come after me for selling old clothes? Why it's unlikely you'll be taxed
The taxman is cracking down on online resellers who use digital platforms to make extra cash and failing to declare it as income. We explain who needs to pay tax.
Self-assessment: Who needs to file a tax return in January and will you face a hefty bill for selling online?
The countdown is on for millions of Brits who need to file their tax returns ahead of the 31 January deadline. We explain who needs to file a return and experts share their tips to get ahead.
Best UK bank accounts for small businesses
Choosing the right bank can boost your company's bottom line. This is Money lists the best small business current accounts in the market, and compares their fees and bonuses.
Nearly HALF of small business owners have to use a personal credit card to help keep it afloat
Nearly half of SMEs are currently using a personal credit card to fund their business, and one expert says the lack of access to funding is effectively debanking small businesses.
Royal Mail delays are costing my business sales - I might have to close
One business owner told us that any further issues with undelivered packages and increasingly unhappy customers means this could be his last year trading.
Now HMRC slashes access to its self assessment tax helpline for most callers
The announcement has provoked anger among MPs and tax experts, who warned it could lead to taxpayers inadvertently making mistakes on their tax returns and facing fines further down the line.
National Insurance cuts announced in Autumn Statement: Will self-employed working in limited companies benefit?
In a pitch to small businesses and the self-employed, Jeremy Hunt announced he would reform and simplify National Insurance Contributions to help boost growth.
Ditch Black Friday for Small Business Saturday, says MICHELLE OVENS CBE
Michelle Ovens CBE, founder and director of Small Business Saturday says Black Friday is not the answer for businesses or for customers.
HMRC delays must be fixed or we will lose entrepreneurs - and get rid of the chatbots, says ANGHARAD CARRICK
If the Prime Minister was really serious about supporting small business, he would first sort out shuttered phone lines and long waits at HM Revenue & Customs.
The Chancellor must do more to help Britain's 6m small businesses with their digital skills, says EMMA JONES
Emma Jones CBE, founder of Enterprise Nation, calls on the Chancellor to support Britain's SMEs in the autumn statement next week.
HMRC delays made me consider moving my small business to Dubai
A small business owner has told This Is Money she is considering moving her business out of the UK after facing long HMRC delays.
Late payments hit three-year high for small businesses
Late payments to small businesses have hit a three-year high, with industry leaders calling on the Chancellor and big businesses to do more to help.
HMRC plans ANOTHER closure of its self-assessment helpline as officials are grilled by Treasury Select Committee
In June, the tax office announced it was closing its self-assessment helpline for three months to trial directing queries from the helpline to the department's digital services.
Is the taxman coming for YOUR side hustle? Airbnb, Ebay and Uber to hand over income data directly to HMRC
New tax rules, set to be introduced on January 1st, could see thousands of people who earn a bit of extra income being caught out by the taxman,
A 'culture of fear' and too much micromanagement is leading to HMRC delays, claim insiders
Cuts to the number of staff has likely done little to help matters, but insiders have told This Is Money that it is staff retention and lack of training that is the root cause of HMRC's issues.
HMRC adds 3,000 more compliance staff and is set to target inheritance tax errors
HMRC has been bolstering its compliance department in a bid to reverse a sharp decline in tax revenue, This Is Money can reveal.
'HMRC delays mean my baby was nine months old and I still hadn't had maternity leave refund'
As a solo business director, Becci Nibelle had to pay for her own maternity pay. But when she reclaimed the money back from HMRC she was left waiting for months.
Meet the three friends who launched Amazing Lofts last year with £5,000… and have since made £1MILLION in sales
After just one year of trading, Amazing Lofts has reached £1million in sales, have a team of 35 and now they even have family and friends working for them.
HMRC sent me a tax bill of £38k and would only deal with my case by post
David was sent a tax bill for over £38,000 from HMRC and had difficulty trying to get through to anyone in the tax office. The sorry saga left him with 'considerable stress and worry'.
Self-assessment telephone helpline reopens and waiting times are up to an HOUR
HMRC closed the helpline in June in a move it claimed would free-up staff to help callers with urgent queries because the helpline receives fewer calls over the summer.
MPs want a crackdown on late payments to small firms - but what would really help?
Late payments have 'spiralled out of control' according to the Federation of Small Businesses, and are stretching small firms to their limits.
Inside the chaos at the tax office: What's gone wrong at the 'disastrously understaffed' HMRC?
Business owners and accountants have become well-acquainted with the chaos at HMRC for years. one insider tells This Is Money about the reality of working there.
The 'new yuppies' prefer self employment over corporate life and flash cars
The children of the 1980s have thrown out the mantra that 'greed is good,' coined by Michael Douglas' banker Gordon Gekko in the hit film Wall Street, in favour of 'green is good'.
We visit Brewdog's Lost Forest in the Highlands with James Watt
Kinrara, a former sporting estate in the Scottish Highlands, is home to Brewdog's Lost Forest, a regeneration initiaitive spanning nearly 10,000 acres of land.
Hospitality on the brink: FIVE restaurants a day now closing
In the first quarter, 569 restaurant businesses filed for insolvency, an average of 5.6 per day, bringing the total to 2,028 over the last 12 months.
Virgin StartUp boosts start-up loan offering to £36m
Individuals from across the UK are eligible to apply for a start-up loan via Virgin StartUp of between £500 and £25,000, at a fixed interest rate of 6%, with no early repayment penalties.
HMRC to close self-assessment helpline in 'seasonal trial'
For three months from 12 June, HMRC will trial directing self-assessment queries from the helpline to the department's digital services.
How do employee share schemes help staff?
The Treasury will ask businesses for their views on two leading programmes that offer employees a stake in their employer.
Brewdog founder James Watt invests £1million in five start-ups
Watt has now invested in all five start-ups including edible bug business Yumbug, and Basket, a browser extension that lets you save products from any online retailer.
Can I cut my tax on my decorating business? BANK ON DAVE replies
I run my own business as a painter and decorator and am registered as a limited company. Will the corporation tax rise affect my business?
HMRC closes VAT registration helpline, leaving business owners facing 40 day waits
The helpline was dedicated to helping business owners and accountants with questions about their VAT registration application.
We visit Brewdog founder James Watt's home for The Next Unicorn pitches
Brewdog founder James Watt is on the hunt for the next £1bn start-up - and he's taken a format similar to hit TV show Dragons' Den, which he has been rejected from twice.
Should I fix my energy bills for my restaurant? BANK OF DAVE replies
I own a restaurant and need to sign a new electricity contract. Brokers suggest I sign a three-year fixed contract, what do I do?
Small businesses should be able to escape high fixed-rate energy tariffs, FSB says
The FSB is calling on energy suppliers to allow small businesses, who fixed tariffs when energy prices were at their peak last summer, to renegotiate.
How do I shut down a business that isn't making any money?
I set up an e-commerce business but have decided it's not worth continuing with. How do I close my business and keep my website? Our experts answer.
Why the Better Business Act could help UK start-ups
Creating and running a responsible, purpose-led business has many benefits and the government should change the Companies Act to change how businesses are governed.
Yardlink is the start-up trying to bring construction sites into the 21st century
Yardlink offers a way for construction companies to obtain equipment much faster than normal rental companies. Founder Neeral Shah thinks there is scope for further disruption.
How important is a website for my chilli sauce business? BANK ON DAVE replies
I mainly sell on Facebook but I don't have my own website. Is this something I should definitely look in to? I've done a fete and it went really well.
Meet Honest Mobile, the phone firm promising to CUT customer bills
Honest Mobile is creating some much-needed disruption in the mobile industry. Will its smart Sim, which allows customers to use all four networks, be the solution to signal issues?
Founders of canned cocktail brand Moth on their overnight success
When Rob Wallis and Sam Hunt secured their first Moth drinks order with Waitrose, they could hardly believe their luck. Now they're among the most popular ready-to-drink brands in the UK.
Pubs closures up 60% as energy and food inflation shock hits
More than 150 pubs have closed in the first three months of 2023 - a rise of almost 60 per cent on last year.
Where should small businesses look for advice?
I ran a successful business which I sold. I want to start up again but wonder what avenues I can explore for similar useful, free business advice.
Energy Bills Discount Scheme: How does the new Government support for businesses work?
The Energy Bills Discount Scheme is less generous than the Government's previous support package. We look at how it works.
A customer owes me £15,000, what should I do? BANK OF DAVE replies
One of my customers has owed me £15,000 for over a year and they now say they can't pay me back. Going down the legal route is expensive, should I leave them messages on social media?
Have small businesses been short-changed in the Budget?
Many small businesses say they have been left in the cold, with little no further support in the face of crippling energy costs and higher taxes.
Small business wishlist for the Spring Budget
The ongoing effects of higher energy bills, business rates and issues in the labour market mean small businesses have continued to struggle through the winter.
Are recruiters worth it? BANK ON DAVE replies
I want to grow my business by hiring more senior employees. Should I look at a recruiter or is it too expensive?
Business founders share tips on how to survive a recession
We speak to the heads of businesses founded during the 2008 recession to find out the lessons they can share with budding entrepreneurs this time around.
Small firms beat staff crisis - using an army of older workers
As many as 150,000 over-50s rejoined the workforce last year after quitting during the pandemic, according to official figures.
Is buying a pub too risky? BANK ON DAVE replies
I've inherited some money and I want to buy and run my own pub. Is it too risky and should I instead buy a rental property for a more passive income?
Seatfrog: Founders of train app offering £10 ticket changes want to bring rail into 21st century
Tall travellers Iain Griffin and Dirk Stewart launched Seatfrog in 2018, after they became frustrated with the cost of extra legroom on trains.
Boom in British start-up companies is bright spot for the economy
In 2022, 784,762 businesses were registered at Companies House, that's almost 30,000 more than in 2021 and 114,000 more recorded annually pre-pandemic.
How do I find manufacturers in China? BANK ON DAVE replies
I want to start a business that most likely requires the products, which will be plastic, to be manufactured in China or elsewhere in the Far East. How do I find and vet manufacturers?
AJ Bell co-founder Andy Bell invests £1m in fitness franchise Transform Hub
The co-founder of DIY investing platform AJ Bell has invested £1million into a fitness franchise as he continues with his strategy to bet on businesses focusing on wellness and health.
Firms can't reach HMRC as tax deadline looms
Some small businesses are waiting on hold for hours, a situation which is only adding to the stress of those struggling to pay after the pandemic hit their profits.
Barclays closes small business accounts leaving struggling companies without access to funds
A number of Barclays business customers have been told their their accounts have been frozen or closed entirely, leaving them without access to funds, This Is Money understands.
Small business confidence plummets to levels not seen since the pandemic, FSB says
The FSB Small Business Index headline confidence figure in the final quarter of 2022 fell to -46 points, marking the lowest reading since the final quarter of 2020, when it was -49 points.
Bank of Dave: Netflix star Dave Fishwick gives advice to entrepreneurs
A long time friend of This Is Money, self-made millionaire Dave Fishwick answers our readers' small business questions in his regular column. Here are some of the best nuggets of wisdom.
So who should file a tax return? Why you might need to act by January 31
HM Revenue & Customs says it expects a record number to complete self-assessment forms this year. But some may not be aware they need to.
Small firms brace for crippling rise in energy costs as relief scheme ends
Thousands of businesses signed up to fixed-rate deals last year when the cost of energy was soaring at record highs. Mick and Claire Sugg are struggling.
UK businesses' energy support slashed: Industry leaders warn small firms could go bust
On Monday, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a new discount scheme for businesses which will run until 31 March 2024, but industry figures warn thousands of businesses will go bust.
Saturday Kitchen cocktail expert Carmen O'Neal on how she started a successful gin brand
Carmen O'Neal launched gin brand 58 and Co in 2016, after a tragic accident led her to abandon her hopes of creating a footwear line.
Free advice for small business owners: Virgin StartUp launches helpline on Founder Friday
Despite the worsening economic outlook, there has been a surge in the number of companies registered over the past year and January seems the most popular time to do so.
How to start a small business in 2023: Our business doctor BANK ON DAVE shares his tips
Self-made millionaire and long-time friend of This Is Money, Dave Fishwick, started his first business with nothing. He gives his advice on how others can do the same.
Covid didn't stop our businesses - nor will strikes and squeeze!
Christmas is peak business time for many small retailers, but a mountain of challenges means it is becoming nigh-on impossible for them to take full advantage.
Tax return tips: Comedian John Robins debunks the jargon
Millions of sole traders and self employed people will have to make sure they file their tax return by 31 January or face being fined. John Robins offers his top tips ahead of the dreaded tax ret...
Small firms take lead in charity work
Research found that nine out of ten businesses said it was important to demonstrate to customers and suppliers that they support good causes.
Will small businesses benefit from Black Friday this year?
Small firms are facing big pressure to offer discounts as customers battle the cost of living crisis. They tell us how they plan to tackle the Black Friday shopping extravaganza.
Blow for business owners as dividends hit
Jenny Clark (pictured) is already seeing business sales slow down, she had hoped for more help with the cost-of-living crisis.
Will the Autumn Statement help small businesses through recession?
Jeremy Hunt today announced a huge support package for small businesses worth almost £14billion in a bid to protect businesses from inflation.
Wealth planning for entrepreneurs: Getting ahead can maximise value come business sale or retirement
Enlisting a good financial planner early on can help an entrepreneur prepare for future events like selling the business or retiring.
Chancellor's U-turns disastrous for small firms - but we are still battling on
Hunt's measures, designed to help put the nation's finances on more of an even keel, were bad news for small firms.
MAGGIE PAGANO: Tax cuts are given a bad name by Britain's small firms
Hunt's time as Health Secretary has clearly rubbed off on him. The new Chancellor delivered his emergency operation to steady the markets with the bedside manner of a surgeon.
What is the business energy price cap, and is it enough to keep struggling firms afloat?
The Government's energy package will come as a relief for businesses who were bracing themselves for a catastrophic winter. But does the support go far enough?
How to get a bank loan for your small business - and other ways to raise cash
We explain who is eligible for a business loan, how to apply and how long you have to pay it back.
Give small firms help now or thousands will go bust
Many are being driven to the brink of extinction as a result of soaring energy costs, rising inflation and the cost of living crisis. Vicky Simmons is being hit by late payers.
Smallest businesses in England could see water bills rise by up to 18%
Ofwat has launched a consultation on plans to move from regional price caps to a single England-wide cap that would see bills for water and waste water rise by 0.1% on average for smaller firms.
Could care app Birdie be the solution to our social care crisis?
Max Parmentier launched Birdie in 2017 with the intention of bridging the gap between care providers and patients. Can the company solve the UK's social care crisis?
Healthy doughnut company Urban Legend inks deal with Tesco
Urban Legend's sweet treats will soon be launched to the masses following a recent deal with Tesco to stock the treats in their stores across the capital.
Reality star Montana Brown to mentor budding entrepreneurs
After being booted out of the Love Island villa in 2017, narrowly missing out on a place in the final four couples, Montana Brown was determined to set up her own business.
Couple sell Asian food firm The Spice Tailor for £44m to Premier Foods
Food writer and TV chef Anjum Anand and husband Adarsh Sethia founded the business in 2010. They each own between 25% and 50%.
Post offices come to rescue as banks give up on UK's high streets
Since 2015, more than 5,000 bank branches have closed - or are soon to shut - meaning small businesses are now turning to local post offices.
New startup Atlantic Money launches in the UK with just a £3 fixed fee
Former Robinhood employees Neeraj Baid and Patrick Kavanagh (pictured) have launched Atlantic Money, a money transfer app that offers a £3 flat fee.
Plight of business owners hit by supply chain chaos
The war in Ukraine, post-Brexit shipping complications, energy costs and pandemic-related manufacturing delays are hitting firms.
Tycoons eye windfall from £120m sale of parking app Parking Space
Charles Cridland and Harrison Woods are selling the online parking platform to Flowbird for £120m, netting them each a huge payday.
Could switching lightbulbs help keep your firm afloat?
The cost-of-living crisis is not confined to households - small business owners are also facing acute challenges. Amber Leach runs Established By Her.
Small business owners suffering from 'sleepless nights' over costs
A survey by accountancy firm Moore UK found that 93 per cent of small businesses are under 'acute pressure' because of the cost increases.
Tide Bank leaves customers without use of their cards due to 'maintenance'
The bank, which has over 400,000 customers, has told cardholders to 'use alternative payment methods' while the maintenance is taking place.
I'm a sole trader, when should I get an employee? Dave Fishwick replies
As a sole trader/single person business working in the mortgage industry, I'm incredibly busy. At what point do you decide to take the plunge and employ someone?
How do I leave my job and start a business? Dave Fishwick replies
I've been with the same company for nearly 20 years and feel ready for a new challenge. My passion is food and I'd like to start a food truck in my local area.
SocialAmp and Fanbytes score success by stopping you scrolling on by
SocialAmp and Fanbytes are making rapid strides in the online digital marketing world, and their success indicates there is still space for small businesses to grow and prosper in this field.
Chancellor fails to extend 12.5% rate of VAT for hospitality
The Chancellor today laid out plans to deflect the worst of the cost of living crisis but small businesses feel his plans do not go far enough as they get back on their feet after the pandemic.
Mum sells Childs Farm skincare brand she founded for £18.4m
Joanna Jensen (pictured with daughters Mimi and Bella) set up Childs Farm in 2010 to sell bath products, moisturisers and sun creams for children.
Five ways the Chancellor can help entrepreneurs in 2022
With the Bank of England forecasting inflation rising to over 7% and a 50% increase in energy costs, Sunak must act to protect small businesses, says Emma Jones.
The kidpreneurs starting their own businesses at a young age
As children earned a record £148million last year, This is Money speaks to entrepreneurs as young as nine who are making money from their own businesses.
New money transfer app Atlantic Money offers £3 fixed fee
Former Robinhood employees Neeraj Baid and Patrick Kavanagh (pictured) have launched Atlantic Money, a money transfer app that offers a £3 fixed fee.
Record number of business owners voluntarily closed last year
A record number of businesses voluntarily appointed liquidators last year with more likely to follow suit as the cost of living crisis and April tax rises start to bite.
Steven Bartlett's new tool measures social media impact on share prices
Dragons' Den star Steven Bartlett has launched new AI tool to help companies understand the impact of social media on their stock.
Chophouse Blacklock wants to beef up eco credentials as a B Corp
Gordon Ker (pictured) quit his job in the City to launch chophouse Blacklock in 2014. It tries to keep prices and food waste as low as possible and now wants to become a B Corp.
HSBC has frozen my small business bank account since July
The bank hasn't given me a clear reason for the closure - and I might have to close my kitchen and bathroom business this month if I can't get my hands on my money.
Business energy costs: Should you be worried about surging prices?
Small business owners are concerned about rising energy bills, including Eddie Whittingham (pictured) who says it could be a 'big problem.'
Earning extra money from 'side hustles' surges in the pandemic
A survey said 58% of those who are moonlighting in some form began doing so sometime from March 2020.
Allplants founder on shunning the 'v word' and becoming a B Corp
Jonathan Petrides (pictured) launched allplants in 2016 to help consumers switch to a meat-free diet but he shuns the 'preachy' vegan movement.
How to start a business in 2022: Ex- Dragon's Den star Piers Linney shares six top tips
Moblox chief executive and former Dragon Linney says that the pandemic should not put aspiring entrepreneurs off launching their business.
Small business success stories of 2021: It's been a tough year, but these start-ups are thriving
This is Money revisits successful startups to find out how they have coped with another year of the pandemic, and how they plan to grow their businesses in 2022.
Dragons' Den's Steven Bartlett on the power of the personal brand
Steven Bartlett, the youngest investor on Dragons' Den, talks about the importance of personal brand and why the labels used to describe him are reductive.
Restaurant chain-owner tells how Omicron has hit hospitality firms
Here Michael Raphel (pictured) who co-owns a chain of six restaurants tells how Omicron has wreaked havoc on his business.
Starling offers £5k SME grant - but founders need to impress Carol Vorderman first
Starling Bank's new Take Flight initiative will enable 10 small business founders to win a £5,000 grant that they can use to take their business to 'the next level'
ScribePay wants to beat subscription traps losing us £160 a year
Delphine Emenyonu launched app ScribePay to help people cancel their monthly payments for streaming, food delivery and coffee services that they don't use.
Social care is in a staffing crisis and we think Outt can help
Steve O' Brien is the co-founder and CEO of newly launched app, Outt. It campaigns for social care worker rights and helps them find work more easily by cutting out the agencies
Fearful small firms pray Christmas will come to the rescue
Dee Stringer founded her business Slumbering Hound six years ago. But while last Christmas was a boom time, orders have since dropped off steeply.
The UK firms chosen by Alibaba for Go Global Singles Day showcase
The Go Global 11.11 Pitch Fest helps brands to expand their business globally by fast tracking them into the Chinese market.
BakedIn: Meet the man who started a baking club from his kitchen
Joseph Munns quit his full-time job at IBM when BakedIn started to take-off. Its subscription model has proven popular, especially with families.
Could you sell tea to China? Alibaba's Tmall Global seeks British small business
Alibaba Group's Tmall Global is giving small businesses in the UK and Ireland the chance to take part in the world's biggest shopping event - the Go Global 11.11 Pitch Fest.
Five of the best accounting software tools for small businesses
It was once commonly accepted that if you were a small business, there was a simple choice between splashing out on Sage or QuickBooks. Now there is a lot more choice.
Best energy deals for your business: Find cheap business energy deals and see how to switch
Finding the best energy provider for yourself can be a hassle, let alone finding one for your business. Learn how to find the best deal and how to switch hassle-free.
Would you dip into your pension pot to fund your business?
Pension-led funding is aimed at business owners and allows them to 'borrow from themselves' via a self-invested personal pension or small self-administered scheme to back their own business.