A new study from IronmongeryDirect finds that Brighton is the best city to start a construction, carpentry or gardening trade – but plumbers and electricians might be better off elsewhere. If your dream is to build your own UK construction trade company, or if you’re a carpenter who’d like to up sticks and move elsewhere, now
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5 reasons for start-ups to consider a property strategy
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The crux of any business plan is to strategise for success and growth. Forecasting income and expenditure, levels of investment and turnover are just a few of the calculations expected in the pages of the plan. But there is scant attention paid to the how, why and when of moving from one business premises to
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How can small teams challenge creativity
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Where to start? Always have faith in small things, because thats where the strength lies. What small businesses lack in quantity, they make up for in ambition and focus. When a company is an SME, it’s easy for employees to feel a sense of tediousness; being surrounded by the same people day in day out could
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New year, new business resolution: Top tips for start-ups
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With ICAEW Chartered Accountants advising 2 million businesses across the UK, ICAEW has linked up with Enterprise Nation, which supports new business starting, running and growing a business. Offerings will include advice at events such as Start-up Saturday and the Festival of Female Entrepreneurs as well as webinars and master classes for different sectors across
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Ireland trumps the rest of Europe as the best place to start a business
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For ambitious businesses looking to grow in Europe, the Emerald Isle of Ireland needs to be firmly on their radar. Ireland has come top in the inaugural ‘Best Places For Business in Europe’ Index, compiled by World First, the international money transfer experts. A combination of a business friendly tax system, easy access to finance
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A guide to starting your own electrician business
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A recent study found that a growing number of electricians were now over the age of 56. Coupled with the fact that many construction and technical companies feel that the government and schools need to do more to promote trades, there is a genuine worry that the demand for traditional roles like electricians may outweigh
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Leader of the Year: Bee Natural interview
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Bee Natural is the winner of the the Leader of the Year category at the British Small Business Awards. Bee Natural offers 100% Natural Beeswax products that effectively restores, protects and nourishes all around the home. Beekeeper Paul Vagg is a standout winner in the Leader of the Year category; an inspiring sole trader with a unique
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Ten important steps to take when setting up a new business
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You may wonder whether you ‘have what it takes’ to set up a new business, but the truth is that everybody has it. What makes the difference in turning the seeds of an idea into a successful business is having the drive and determination to persist with it, but also putting the planning in and
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Meet the dad who is taking on Lego
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Nottingham-born environmental consultant Assim Ishaque is the founder of Simbrix, a toy company manufacturing colourful building bricks which connect together to create an endless range of two-dimensional images. Here, we talk to him about coming up with the idea and starting his business. 1. How did you come up with the idea and what were you doing before? Simbrix
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Innovation of the Year: Azoomee interview
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Azoomee is the winner of the the Innovation of the Year category at the British Small Business Awards. The product was made to inspire and empower kids through hundreds of tutorials, shows, and games, all in one secure app. Azoomee’s strong team was commended for its innovative app that helps young children stay safe online. NSPCC endorsement, strong
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