How to create business cards that make a big impression
Most business cards are about as much use as a scrap of paper with a name and number scribbled on it. That’s fine if you are looking for a date,…
Guide to writing job adverts – for small business owners
Advertising for a new member of staff is something many business owners will need to do. Whether it's because an existing employee is leaving, or a new role is being…
How to deal with share sale disputes
Ben Hopps solicitor in Sykes Anderson LLP’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department discusses problems that can arise when buying the shares in a company from a buyers' perspective. The scenario…
21 costly VAT mistakes businesses make on their VAT Returns
With the complexity of the VAT laws it's understandable that businesses make mistakes on their VAT returns. However, these mistakes can be very costly both in terms of paying the…
Why 95% of your website visitors don’t buy, and how you can fix it
If you’ve been involved in running a website, you’ll know that it’s relatively “easy” to get eyeballs on your site. Throw money at it and they will come. But, it's…
What are the compulsory fire safety regulations for UK businesses?
It is vitally important for business owners and managers to understand their duty to comply with UK fire safety regulations, as the consequences are potentially very serious. All legislation regarding…
Benefits in Kind: What you need to know about the new salary sacrifice rules
Changes are coming to the way benefits in kind are taxed – employers and employees should prepare themselves for the new rules, which come into play from April 2017.
Why it’s important you plan your exit strategy before you start your business
Many people are so caught up in building their business that they don't really consider where they want it to go in the long-term. And very few people are forward…
Staying on top of your company accounts – book-keeping do’s and don’ts
There are three reasons you need to be on top of the money coming in and going out. HMRC will need information from you at some point (whether you are…
Levi Roots’ top ten business success tips
Here are ten business success tips from the Dragons' Den star, and the man behind Reggae Reggae sauce! 1. Feel the power of the p-word – passion Your passion is…