1. Start-up business plan essentials: Testing your business idea
Field research is a key part of analysing your market and will help you build a successful business plan and brand. Here's how to carry it out effectively...…
10 steps to starting a business
Starting a small business is easy using our step-by-step guides. The 10 steps below will teach you how to start a business, taking you through each of the key stages of the start-up process – from evaluating your business idea and choosing a company name through to designing your business cards, developing a website and, finally, getting ready to launch.
2. Choosing the right business structure
Sole trader or limited company? Partnership or LLP? We look at the pros and cons and comparisons for your start-up business…
How to choose a business name
Choosing a business name is a vital first step in bringing your business to life. Here’s how to choose one that brings success and growth…
4. How to create a logo that properly represents your business
Five fundamental points your logo should convey to your customers…
Applying for a Start Up Loan: What to expect
Looking to raise finance for your new business? Join the 30,000 plus Start Up Loan recipients today……
6. How to choose an accountant
Tips from Startups on how to pick the number cruncher that's right for your small business…
7. What to consider when choosing office space for your business
What exactly do you need to consider when looking for the perfect premises?…
8. How to save money on business software when starting out
Free and low-cost software options available to help you start a business…
9. Red tape checklist: What your small business needs to know
Dealing with business red tape? Startups has complied the five key legal issues and how best to deal with them……
3. How to choose the perfect name for your business
Choosing the right start-up name is extremely important. Here's a practical guide on how to pick out the best name to ultimately build a better business…
10. 3 key selling techniques that could help your start-up
What types of selling do you need to use? Startups covers a few of the most important selling techniques for your business…
Starting a business? 7 things you need to do first
You’ve got a business idea but what are the next steps? Startups has compiled a launchpad guide to help you put the foundations in place for business success…
How to start a business
Follow these 8 steps to start a business idea…