Small businesses are essential to the UK economy: they account for over 99 per cent of all private sector companies across all industries, 47 per cent of the country’s overall private sector turnover, and 60 per cent of all private sector employment. Directly and indirectly, they make significant contributions to the nation’s workforce, its tax revenues, and its GDP.
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Small businesses and asset finance in the post-Brexit world
by Ben Lobel • • 0 Comments
Earlier this week I had the pleasure of speaking at the Institute of Directors’ Annual Convention at the Royal Albert Hall in London – a unique event bringing together people from across business, politics and academia to discuss the most pressing issues facing Britain today. Unsurprisingly, Brexit and its implications featured high on the agenda.
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Bootstrapping Is Not Just for Startups
by The Staff of Entrepreneur Media, Inc. • • 0 Comments
Even after your business is off the ground and growing, there are several bootstrapping options you should consider to keep your company lean.
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Dragons’ Den Series 14: Takeaway tips for entrepreneurs
by Ben Lobel • • 0 Comments
I’ve been an avid fan of Dragons’ Den for many years, and have often wondered if there’s a recipe for success when it comes to the perfect pitch. Intrigued, I did some research into all of the investments that have been made over the last 13 series, to see if there were any common traits
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Small business, big plans: How to raise growth finance
by Conrad Ford • • 0 Comments
Raising growth finance for growing a small business can be a real challenge, but since the emergence of alternative finance there is more diversity in the market than ever. Here are a few of the commonly used options available. Equity vs debt The first decision you’ll have to make when looking at options for growth
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Why Women Entrepreneurs Have a Harder Time Finding Funding
by Jared Hecht • • 0 Comments
Intentional or not, most investors are more likely to give money to males. That needs to change.
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10 Signs Your Startup Won't Get Funded
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Freelancers and micro-business owners go for self-funding
by Ben Lobel • • 0 Comments
It has never been a better time to start a business in the UK, although money worries do persist for those going it alone, according to a study by FreeAgent. The majority of UK freelancers and micro-business owners are self-funding rather than relying on external financial support, according to the survey of more than 500 micro-businesses. Almost
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Three women who used bootstrapping and kept costs low
by Ben Lobel • • 0 Comments
The majority of UK freelancers and micro-business owners are self-funding rather than relying on external financial support, according to a survey of more than 500 micro-businesses by FreeAgent. All across the country, business owners are mindful of the importance of conserving funds and are seeking to keep costs low. Frederika Roberts is self-employed as a professional speaker,
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2 Reasons You Don't Need Funding for Your New Business
by Doug and Polly White • • 0 Comments
You have a great business idea. But a lack of funding isn’t your issue; it’s a symptom.