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30 Jul 2010
Opportunities for small businesses constantly arising
There are always new opportunities for small businesses, it has been reported.
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30 Jul 2010
Understanding of primary focus is crucial in business
Business owners should have a very clear idea of their primary focus and market positioning, it has been claimed.
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30 Jul 2010
IT security: Social media risks cannot be ignored
Businesses should approach social media with the same caution they do email in terms of IT security, it has been claimed.
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30 Jul 2010
UK desperate for wider high-speed broadband access
The UK can only develop a digital economy if the government commits to the provision of high-speed broadband, it has been claimed.
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27 Jul 2010
Small businesses key to local enterprise partnerships
The FSB and small businesses are to play a key role in the new local enterprise partnerships being set up by the coalition government, it has been announced.
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29 Jul 2010
Inflated egos can be damaging to small businesses
Small business owners who crave power and refuse to share authority may limit the growth potential of their enterprise.
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29 Jul 2010
Olympic sponsorship not appealing to small businesses
The Federation of Small Businesses says small companies do not see the benefit in becoming a minor Olympic Games sponsor.
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29 Jul 2010
SMEs failing to use SEO for their websites
As many as half of all SME websites are poorly search engine optimised, or ignore the marketing technique altogether, it has been reported.
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29 Jul 2010
Interest in self-employment reaches record high
The Federation of Small Businesses says record numbers of people are set to start up companies this year.
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29 Jul 2010
Preparation crucial as businesses bid to access finance
Business owners must provide their bank with information on accounts, cashflow and general finances if they wish their credit application to be successful, it has been claimed.
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28 Jul 2010
Demand for enhanced communication to drive VoIP market
The VoIP market will continue to expand over the coming years, as technology develops and business demand increases, it has been reported.
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28 Jul 2010
Small businesses still require faster payment
Faster payment can help UK small businesses manage finances more effectively and look to expand, it has been claimed.
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28 Jul 2010
Economic prosperity reliant upon small business success
UK small businesses have a vital role to play in restoring the UK to economic health, one expert has claimed.
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27 Jul 2010
Flexible working a boost to UK small businesses
Small businesses can derive various benefits from embracing flexible working, it has been claimed.
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27 Jul 2010
FPB says small business lending has not improved
A lack of access to credit from the banks is still creating difficulties for small businesses, it has been reported.
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26 Jul 2010
SMEs urged to foster communication among employees
Instilling a culture of communication is vital for SME bosses, it has been claimed.
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26 Jul 2010
No right or wrong time for starting a business
Starting a business can be a good idea at any time, it has been claimed.
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26 Jul 2010
Students aiming for life in self-employment
Many young people are looking to start a business, either now or at some point in the future, it has been reported.
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26 Jul 2010
Feature: Technology now a driving force for SMEs
The importance of IT business solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises can simply not be underestimated.
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23 Jul 2010
Employers continuing to work when away from the office
Too many employers are failing to 'switch off' when they are away from the workplace, it has been suggested.