In recent years, more and more companies are realising that having a diverse workforce isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s good for business too. Not only does the greater range of perspectives lead to more creative and innovative decision making, but the consultancy firm McKinsey & Company found that companies with gender-diverse leadership…
A new research report, Education for a World of Opportunity, reveals that over a third of British SMEs decision makers believe that technology and innovation have created fewer opportunities for unskilled workers to “learn on the job” and progress to higher paid roles. The YouGov poll, conducted on behalf of ACS International Schools and IBSCA…
BT Group has said it will cut up to 55,000 jobs by the end of the decade as part of plans to significantly cut costs and overhaul its workforce. The news comes as the company reports a 12 per cent drop in pre-tax profits of £1.7bn for the year to April. In its results for…
In today’s digital landscape, a website’s success hinges on providing an exceptional user experience (UX). Users expect seamless navigation, visually appealing designs, and fast-loading pages. To help you enhance your website’s performance and maximize user engagement, we’ve compiled five practical strategies. Backed by UK industry statistics and curated with expert insights, these techniques will propel…
In the fast-paced and highly competitive landscape of the UK business market, conducting a comprehensive competitive analysis is crucial for small businesses aiming to gain a competitive edge. By examining the strategies, strengths, and weaknesses of your competitors, you can identify opportunities and formulate effective strategies that help your business thrive. In this article, we…
‘Planet positive’ bedding brand, Ethical Bedding, has successfully exceeded its £100k crowdfunding target just 12 days after its first Seedrs campaign officially went live and is well on its way of reaching £150K. Ethical Bedding Founder and young entrepreneur James Higgins made the decision to invite investors harnessing his same sustainable values to own part…
Rishi Sunak’s Downing Street food summit has been slammed as just full of “empty gestures and no more that an a PR stunt” by food and farming industry representatives, who rounded on the prime minister for failing to discuss soaring inflation or set out measures to safeguard British food production. The Farm to Fork summit,…
Corporate insolvencies dropped off in April as business confidence seemed to improve but experts warned that the drop may not signal better times ahead. According to new figures from the Insolvency Service, 1,685 companies went insolvent in April 2023, a 15 per cent fall on the same month the previous year. This was also down…
Social media has become an indispensable tool for small businesses in the UK to reach out to potential customers, build brand awareness, and engage with their existing customer base. With over 66% of the UK population using social media platforms regularly, it’s no surprise that businesses are turning to social media to drive sales, increase…
Content marketing is a powerful tool for businesses to reach their target audience, build brand awareness, and ultimately drive sales. With so much competition in the online space, having a solid content marketing strategy can make all the difference in standing out from the crowd. In this ultimate guide, we’ll explore the key elements of…
One of the first HMRC checks to have been successfully closed down after the introduction of the off-payroll working rules is proof that these much-feared changes are manageable, particularly when the tax office takes a pragmatic approach to IR35 compliance. The IR35 check, involving a global organisation engaging over 300 contractors, was successfully shut down…
Rishi Sunak is facing mounting Tory unrest as he imposes the biggest tax rise since the 1970s, dragging millions of middle earners into the 40p rate of income tax. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) says that many teachers, nurses and electricians are among the one in five taxpayers who will be paying a rate…
Unemployment is creeping up as the number of people not working due to long-term sickness rose to a new record and vacancies continued to decline in an early sign that the labour market is cooling, official figures show. The jobless rate rose by 0.2 percentage points to reach 3.9 per cent, from a low of…
Email marketing is an excellent way to reach out to potential customers, build your brand, and stay connected with your existing customers. But, when you’re a small business owner on a tight budget, it can be challenging to know how to get the most out of your email marketing campaigns. In this article, we’ll be…
Building a strong brand identity is one of the most critical aspects of running a business. Your brand identity is how you present yourself to the world, and it can make all the difference in the success or failure of your enterprise. In the UK, branding is particularly important because it is a highly competitive…
