Starting a small business venture is an exciting and rewarding endeavour, but it comes with its fair share of challenges and risks. Many new entrepreneurs often worry about the possibility of failure, and rightly so, as statistics show that a significant percentage of startups do not survive their first few years. However, there are steps…
Zoom has unveiled its latest innovation, the ‘Production Studio,’ designed specifically for Zoom Events and Zoom Sessions. This groundbreaking feature empowers professionals to craft captivating virtual event design elements for webinars and sessions, all without the need for external production assistance. Time and Budget Savings The renowned video conferencing platform proudly boasts that the Zoom…
Healthcare specialist, Primary Care Physio Limited (PCP), has announced a £8.25 million investment from one of the largest and most experienced growth capital investors in the UK and Ireland, BGF. Founded in 2020 by Ryan Allen, Mohammed Nazir and Professor Gary Shuckford, PCP is a rapidly growing primary healthcare service which provides physiotherapists and podiatrists to Primary Care Networks (PCNs),…
In recent times, UK businesses have exhibited the highest level of confidence since before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, according to a new survey. The most recent survey by Lloyds Bank reflects an unexpected surge in business confidence. The Business Barometer measure of confidence leaped by 10 points in August, hitting a score of 41%….
In recent years, HMRC has faced a barrage of criticism over its customer service, specifically the high volume of unanswered phone calls. The scale of the problem is considerable. Last year, an astounding ten million calls to HMRC went unanswered. To put this into perspective, that’s almost a quarter of all the calls made to…
UK publishers have urged the prime minister to protect authors’ and other content makers’ intellectual property rights as part of a summit on artificial intelligence. The intervention came as OpenAI, the company behind the ChatGPT chatbot, argued in a legal filing that authors suing the business over its use of their work to train powerful…
A new survey has revealed the UK’s sentiment regarding pensions and retirement. The survey, conducted by investment comparison site Investing Reviews, asked over 2,000 users their opinions and attitudes towards retirement, pensions and investments to better understand the nations sentiment around said topics. Interestingly, as tensions in France continue to rise over the raising of…
Microsoft will unbundle Teams, the chat and video messaging app, from its Office software package in an effort to stave off a potential antitrust fine in the European Union. The concession comes a month after the European Commission opened an inquiry into the inclusion of Teams in the core Microsoft offering, saying it could unfairly…
Tourist attraction, backdrop to millions of selfies and one of the world’s most easily identifiable landmarks. Cape Town’s Table Mountain is all of these things, but now it has found a new role: as a guide to what will happen to UK interest rates. For Huw Pill the opportunity was too good to pass up….
The key to sustainable growth for small businesses lies not just in acquiring new customers, but in retaining the existing ones. A study by Harvard Business School has revealed that increasing customer retention rates by just 5% can lead to a remarkable boost in profits ranging from 25% to 95%. This statistic highlights the paramount…
In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for the success of any small business. One of the first steps in establishing this presence is creating a professional and user-friendly website. However, with the plethora of website building platforms available, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is the best fit…
Do you have an office buzz? Do you thrive in hustle and bustle? Or, does it drive you to distraction? The office fizz may be a good indication of a flourishing culture, with business booming and teamwork in action, but it might also be causing some of your employees to feel stressed. Misophonia is a…
The UK’s 4.3m self-employed workers have been advised to prioritise their tax compliance after official HMRC data shows that the tax authority opened 299,000 tax enquiries last year – a 52,000 jump equivalent to 21% compared to two years before. The statistics, gathered from HMRC’s quarterly performance updates, show that the number of tax enquiries…
In the ever-evolving landscape of 2023, mastering productivity has become not just a skill but a necessity. With the constant influx of tasks, deadlines, and digital distractions, it’s imperative to equip ourselves with strategies that can truly amplify our efficiency and productivity. In this article, we’ll delve deep into ten meticulously crafted productivity hacks for…
The power of digital marketing cannot be overstated. For small businesses, it represents a game-changing opportunity to connect with a wider audience, build brand awareness, and drive growth. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of digital marketing, exploring its benefits, key components, strategies, and challenges, all while shedding light on what it can…
