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Helena Young

Deputy Editor
Helena Young

Helena is Deputy Editor at Startups. With a background in PR and marketing, Helena also manages the Startups 100 Index and is passionate about giving early-stage startups a platform to boost their brands.

From interviewing Wetherspoon's boss Tim Martin to spotting data-led working from home trends, her insight has been featured by major trade publications including the ICAEW, and news outlets like the BBC, ITV News, Daily Express, and HuffPost UK.

Author Posts

More than one third of women say lack of funding is the biggest barrier to setting up a business

September 8, 2021 | 2 min read
Women coworking More than one third of women say lack of funding is the biggest barrier to setting up a business

Barclays launches tech start-up support programme for Black founders

September 8, 2021 | 2 min read
Black Founder Accelerator Barclays launches tech start-up support programme for Black founders

National Insurance increase: How will it affect small businesses?

September 7, 2021 | 7 min read
Downing Street National insurance lift National Insurance increase: How will it affect small businesses?

Instagram’s new mentorship programme: How can your small business apply?

September 6, 2021 | 3 min read
Instagram Instagram’s new mentorship programme: How can your small business apply?

Best 6 Asana alternatives for small business project management

March 31, 2023 | 11 min read
Project management Best 6 Asana alternatives for small business project management

How can construction SMEs build the next generation of talent?

August 25, 2021 | 8 min read
Construction Finance How can construction SMEs build the next generation of talent?

7 best online team collaboration tools for small businesses

September 5, 2023 | 18 min read
7 best online team collaboration tools for small businesses

What do startups need to know about the government’s Income Tax reform?

August 2, 2021 | 5 min read
how do taxi drivers pay tax What do startups need to know about the government’s Income Tax reform?

7 best free project management software for small businesses on a budget

February 12, 2024 | 21 min read
A laptop screen displaying software in an office 7 best free project management software for small businesses on a budget

The Pingdemic: what do small businesses need to know about the rise in self-isolation figures?

July 22, 2021 | 8 min read
The Pingdemic in the UK The Pingdemic: what do small businesses need to know about the rise in self-isolation figures?

ClickUp pricing: how much does the project management software cost?

June 6, 2023 | 9 min read
project management software ClickUp pricing: how much does the project management software cost?

How are small businesses preparing for Freedom Day?

June 28, 2021 | 11 min read
Freedom Day How are small businesses preparing for Freedom Day?

How to start a business: an 11 step guide to success

December 19, 2024 | 11 min read
How to start a business: an 11 step guide to success

monday.com Pricing: Features, Add-ons, and Hidden Costs

April 14, 2023 | 8 min read
monday.com pricing screenshot monday.com Pricing: Features, Add-ons, and Hidden Costs

5 best business energy brokers and switching services

December 12, 2024 | 13 min read
business gas prices 5 best business energy brokers and switching services

Four day work week: what are the advantages and disadvantages?

April 29, 2023 | 9 min read
Blue pins on four days in a week on a calendar. Friday, Saturday and Sunday crossed out. Four day work week concept. Four day work week: what are the advantages and disadvantages?

Best small business mobile phone contracts

April 19, 2024 | 12 min read
Close up of phone from behind Best small business mobile phone contracts

7 Best CRM Systems for small businesses to use

January 17, 2025 | 16 min read
CRM software is displayed on a laptop in front of a wall of sticky notes 7 Best CRM Systems for small businesses to use

Zettle vs Square: which is better for taking payments?

February 26, 2024 | 12 min read
Close up of a mobile phone tapping a card reader to make payment in a shop Zettle vs Square: which is better for taking payments?

Best project management software for small businesses

July 19, 2024 | 14 min read
A woman points to a presentation screen in a meeting Best project management software for small businesses
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