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The UK is a hotbed of entrepreneurial talent, and over recent years an increasing number of people have decided to start out on their own. In 2017, there were 589,000 companies started in the UK and in the five years
The survival of a start-up is about one thing and one thing only: becoming and staying profitable. Making money is the only way to success, but it’s not an easy path. With uncertain economic times, the UK has already weathered
Before you can prove the viability of your start-up idea, you need to find out how many customers would be interested. You’ll probably have a minimal budget to start with, and while you can omit many things when starting out
An essential part of early planning for your start-up lies in market research. It’s the key to analysing your market, helps you to develop a workable business plan and a successful brand. Effective market research will not only shape your
Nowadays, every small business must have a consistent, professional and high quality online presence. Around 54% of small businesses have a website, according to figures from 2017, which shows how far behind the curve many still are. It can feel
The most important investment you will make for your small business is your team. Employees are vital assets for any new business and play an integral role in its success. It can be challenging for small businesses to grow at
Many people dream of starting their own business but are put off by the potential for failure. It is daunting and there are plenty of reasons why people talk themselves out of it. However, there are also many reasons why
If you’ve got the idea and the groundwork sorted, you’re halfway there to creating your start-up. However, you still need funding. Don’t let this stop you launching your business, instead learn about the ways you can get financial help. Here
Keeping on top of cashflow is one of the biggest challenges for small business owners. We know it’s a constant worry for start-ups and SMEs. In fact, recent research found that two-thirds of SME owners say it stops them sleeping
Small businesses will always benefit from local marketing. It offers the chance to push services and products to home-based customers and, if carried out effectively, can elevate the business. Working out how best to become known in your local area
At Turner Little, we specialise in helping small and medium sized businesses set up, maximise their chances for success by securing the best financial deals and advise on everything from trade mark and copyright protection to regulatory compliance. In this
Owners of a family business should create a succession planning strategy to secure its future. For owners who have run a family business for many years, forming an exit plan can be emotionally difficult. This is why many family business
New research reveals that more than 2.5 million small businesses in the UK don’t accept credit cards. And they’re missing out on a massive amount of sales. Paying by card is the number one choice for most people in the
At Turner Little, we have decades of collective experience in what makes a start-up work, from financial issues to long term plans. We want to help your business succeed too. You’ll never succeed just by following a list of tasks,
Despite endless discussions by government groups, economists and corporate representatives over the last two years, the actual effect Brexit will have on UK businesses remains mostly unknown. As we edge closer to leaving the EU in March 2019, the effect
At Turner Little, we have decades of experience in helping people set up small businesses, as well as advising on financing, trademarks and IP and offshore accounting, among others. We’ve found that there are certain common omissions in many small
Research put together by specialist lender Wyelands Bank, shows that the number of SMEs (small and medium sized companies) that conduct international trade is twice the official estimate. Around one in three companies are importers or exporters according to the
E-commerce is now the backbone of retail and this year, it’s expected that it will be responsible for a fifth of all sales in the UK. Whilst it’s extremely popular, it’s also extremely competitive. If you’re starting out in this
Changes to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are coming. In fact, they’re due to be enforced on 25 May. Are you ready? The Turner Little team has put together 12 steps you should take right now to make sure
Believe it or not, it’s almost two years since the UK voted to leave the European Union. While the date has been set for March 2019, it’s still far from clear exactly what impact Brexit is likely to have on