Foodie startups: our summer picnic picks
The top 10 quirky food and drink must-haves for an alfresco experience like no other. An index not to be missed, featuring exclusive interviews and brand new products…
Business blogs
Conservative leadership election: Boris Johnson vs Jeremy Hunt – who’s better for small businesses?
The Tory leadership challenge is heating up, and we’re barely a week away from our next prime minister. But which candidate offers more for small businesses?…
Has launching a business in the UK food and drink sector got harder?
Worth Capital’s Matthew Cushen explains why the food and beverage sector has become increasingly challenging – and how you can crack it……
How to run a carbon neutral business
Your small business can make a big carbon-cutting impact! The 6 steps to running a carbon neutral business and why it’s the must-make business move of 2019 – all explained here…
Brexit survival guide for start-ups and small businesses
What on earth is happening? When is it happening? What will be the Brexit impact on business? God knows. But it pays to be ready...…
Could your start-up thrive with a flat organisational structure?
A flat business structure isn’t for every business, but it can have hugely positive benefits for customer service – and company culture.…
How to pitch to investors – beyond the pitch deck…
Investors will always want to hear about market insight and financial projections, but don't forget to adapt the pitch to the audience, argues Worth Capital's Matthew Cushen…
Why we became the world’s first software company with a 50/50 shareholder gender balance
"Businesses with diversity at their core perform better", explains EnterpriseAlumni co-founder James Sinclair…
Funding growth
The focus of The Start-Up Series has been on the earliest stage businesses – ready for their first or very early equity funding. The type of funding supported…
The top 10 European cities for start-ups to launch in after Brexit
Measuring factors such as corporation tax, exporting costs, the number of coworking spaces and the price of a cup of coffee, we list the European cities likely to fuel your start-up growth…
How to get valuable small business advice
Having too many ‘advisors’ risks slowing decision making and receiving conflicting information. Find advisors who are well qualified - not just available…
It’s time for small businesses to get serious about Brexit
Worth Capital’s Matt Cushen urges you to start thinking seriously about how Brexit will impact your small business. The clock is ticking...…
It’s time to automate your invoice management process
58% of organisations have been charged late payment fees by suppliers – but it doesn’t have to be that way……
Reality Bites: Start-up businesses aren’t built on Instagram
After her departure on Wednesday 28th's episode, Apprentice contestant Jackie Fast talks social media - and why chasing likes and follows isn't the be-all-and-end-all in marketing…
London-based businesses! Here’s what London & Partners’ Business Growth Programme could do for you
Since 2017, the programme has helped create 90 jobs and bring disruptive new products to market. We spoke to four of those amazing businesses to inspire you……
Reality Bites: Being comfortable with being uncomfortable
After another gruelling week on The Apprentice, female entrepreneur Jackie Fast shares the importance of getting out of your comfort zone when running a start-up...…
Why live chat online is the best investment you can make in your business
Modern messaging software can help drive conversions, increase customer loyalty, and reduce costs. Don’t miss out!…
Reality Bites: Don’t expect setbacks, but expect to deal with them
Startups' very own Young Gun and The Apprentice star Jackie Fast gives an insight into the tough BBC reality show - and the key lessons she learned when it comes to coping with failure…
It’s high time we put more women in business in the spotlight
Only 27% of UK businesses are led by women and male entrepreneurs get 86% of venture capital funding. These five successful business women are shaking up the status quo...…
Entrepreneurs: Your business is doing well, but what about your own mental health and wellbeing?
Entrepreneurs are more likely to experience mental illness than the general population. Don’t sacrifice too much of your self for your business…