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Getting Started
Got a business idea? Want to know how to start a business in your chosen industry? This is the place to start.
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Finance
Finance
Covering everything from grants and loans to crowdfunding and accounting, we hope this section will give you the help to raise, manage and improve your finances.
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Technology
Technology
Product news, reviews and guides to help every business select the right mix of hardware and software. From online security to fleet maintenance, we can help you stay productive and save money.
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People & Premises
People & Premises
Recruiting and managing staff is a massive step in the life of any small business and so is taking on new premises. Get support on the legal and regulatory side of both here.
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Hiring & Managing
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News
From entrepreneur profiles and award winners to company growth news and analysis, we provide the insight every business needs to grow and thrive.
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Successful entrepreneurs' stories
Successful entrepreneurs' stories
From famous entrepreneurs to young entrepreneurs, successful entrepreneur stories and company growth stories can inspire and give valuable business insight to those who are just starting out. Startups has spoken to female entrepreneurs and male entrepreneurs UK-wide to bring you the inspiring 'how I started my business' stories you see here. We have everything from famous British entrepreneurs profiles and Q & As with successful startups to 'Just Started' entrepreneur stories (take a look at how you could fill out your own successful entrepreneur story!) - so dig in...
Alexandalexa: Alex and Alexa Theophanous
April 26, 2011 | 3 min read
Moonfruit: Wendy Tan White
April 4, 2011 | 4 min read
Ella’s Kitchen: Paul Lindley
July 9, 2010 | 7 min read
MyBuilder.com: Ryan Notz
May 17, 2010 | 3 min read
Grass Roots: David Evans
December 16, 2009 | 3 min read
Moonpig: Nick Jenkins
October 13, 2009 | 7 min read
Masala Masala: Priya Lakhani
October 2, 2009 | 3 min read
Lastminute.com: Brent Hoberman
August 15, 2007 | 7 min read
Innocent Drinks: Richard Reed
August 14, 2007 | 8 min read
Joules: Tom Joule
August 10, 2007 | 3 min read
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