Monthly Archives: August 2016

How can small businesses compete with big brands?

Owning a small business gives you the freedom to run things your own way, and many people quit their jobs and build a business so they can escape the corporate world. However, all businesses have to stay ahead of the competition, and in certain industries this means taking on global businesses. While you might not
The post How can small businesses compete with big brands? by Ben Lobel appeared first on Small Business.

Read more...

How one business owner was hit hard by a tax inspection

It can be a daunting experience to receive a letter from HMRC proposing a tax inspection; you may be in for an emotional rollercoaster ride. If you are a small company that keeps good records and declares everything, you should survive, but mistakes aren’t tolerated. You have to make sure you take care when completing your returns and ensure that they are
The post How one business owner was hit hard by a tax inspection by Ben Lobel appeared first on Small Business.

Read more...

The do’s and don’ts of being an ethical start-up

Running a start-up can be lucrative, but it is not all about the money. For many it is a rejection of the corporate culture that they see as harmful to the planet and assuming an ethical stance. Even if you do not share this conviction, making sure your start-up has a conscience has many benefits.
The post The do’s and don’ts of being an ethical start-up by Ben Lobel appeared first on Small Business.

Read more...

How networking can contribute to marketing success

When it comes to marketing your business through networking, trade fairs and exhibitions, it really is a question of ensuring the right fit for your business; there are a lot of shows out there and not all of them are worth the cost. When credit checking company Ormsby Street first started, managing director Martin Campbell
The post How networking can contribute to marketing success by Ben Lobel appeared first on Small Business.

Read more...