Need to know - advice for SMEs

A range of business advice for the world of franchising and SMEs.

If you are already your own boss, ensure you keep up to date with the latest rules, news and legislation that may affect your franchise.

British more ambitious

The once-reserved British are becoming increasingly ambitious with over seven million believing they will become millionaires. A survey by Orange Business Services also found that two-thirds of that number expect to make their first million within 10 years... Read more.

 

 

How not to employ staff

Research from T-Mobile suggests that it is the bosses who need to brush up on their interview skills, not candidates... Read more

 

More bosses making millions

A record 1455 directors of private and public companies were paid a minimum of £1 million in 2007... Read more

 

Beer flat after smoking ban

Beer consumption in British pubs has fallen by 9.7 per cent since the smoking ban was introduced last July... Read more

 

Hobbies a good source of inspiration

Hobbies are providing an ever-increasing source of ideas for would-be entrepreneurs as people turn their passion into business... Read more

 

Public safety fear at building sites

The dangers of not segregating the public from construction work have been highlighted by the Health and Safety Executive... Read more

 

Older siblings make better entrepreneurs

Barclays Local Business survey has discovered that older siblings are the most likely to become successful entrepreneurs... Read more

 

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