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Confidence among the self-employed community has fallen significantly over the last 18 months, accor...
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This project intends to help start-ups and SMEs to overcome technological and non-technological barr...
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The UK’s thriving start-up scene has spurred Federation of Small Business (FSB) to establish a new m...
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Starting out in your own company – It’s tougher than you could possibly imagine…. Some tips on how...
Tips for Start ups from someone that is 2 years in with a startup, that helps Businesses to develop ...
Paul Holmes Published: 29/06/18
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SWOT it Out
A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool designed to help you to understand your business accord...
Denise O’Leary Published: 27/10/17
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Interview with Steven Smith, Founder of Poundland
Alison Edgar recently interviewed Steven Smith, founder of Poundland to find out what exactly made h...
account_circle Alison Edgar (The Entrepreneur’s Godmother) Published: 2/10/17
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Research scientist changes career
Lisa Berry was working as a research scientist in 2009 when she decided to start her own business Ch...
Kristina Angelova Published: 2/10/17

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