5 branding considerations you should think about when setting up a company
While your brand will undoubtedly evolve as your business grows, you should be thinking about building a strong brand from the get go. Here’s how……
Strategy
Sound business strategies are vital for success whether you’re starting out or looking to grow. Our guides here will help you determine the right business model, pricing strategy, supplier/vendor relationship strategy and much more. You can find more specific strategies in our sections on funding and marketing, among others.
Buying wholesale: Who can buy from wholesalers and how?
If you're wondering where to buy wholesale, or how to go about it, read on for all you need to know about the world of wholesale…
How do I find suppliers and wholesalers?
Three essential tips from Startups to help your small business find suppliers, find wholesalers and secure both for the best price.…
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...…
How to create your own company logo
How can your business' branding make an impact?…
4. How to create a logo that properly represents your business
Five fundamental points your logo should convey to your customers…
What are the pros and cons of franchising?
The franchising industry regularly likes to remind us that being a franchisee is a safe and potentially very profitable career. While this may be true, there are also…
Best franchise opportunity costs
Could a franchise be a good way of starting your business? The costs of franchises vary greatly - here we look at the prices of different types of franchise opportunities…
Guide to branding, packaging and labelling your product
Tips on making sure your product is presented properly and retail-ready…
How to create a business continuity plan
What needs to go in to make sure you’re covered for all eventualities?…
How to create a restaurant business plan
We’ll help you cook up a restaurant business plan in no time with this easy to follow recipe…
Retail business plan: how to write a business plan for a retail store
Creating a business plan is a daunting prospect, but don’t be afraid – we’ve written this helpful guide to get you started…
From friends to founders: Should you start a business with your bestie?
Want to launch a startup with your BFF? Read our essential guide on how to go from brunch catch-ups to business meetings…
What makes the best business cards? 4 entrepreneurs explain
A memorable business card is a great way to let clients and customers know you mean business. Here’s how you can design one people won’t forget…
How to write a clothing line business plan
The essentials of how to create a business plan for a clothing line - be it fashion or other apparel…
Importing as a small business: FAQs
Business owners discuss the logistics, challenges and benefits of importing from a range of different countries...…
What is a trade reference? And how does a new business get one?
When looking to open an account with a new supplier you may be asked to provide trade references. Expert advisers explain how the process works...…
How to calculate the size of your target market
To prove the viability of your business idea, you’ll need to find out how many customers your start-up can potentially sell to. This guide explains how…
Business plan template
Get guidance on what goes into a business plan…
How much working capital does your small business need?
The difference between your current assets and liabilities, working capital is essential for business expansion and to prevent your company from failing…