Most franchisors hold an annual franchisee conference. This is a valuable opportunity for franchisees to meet up with colleagues and share ideas and best practice within the specific area they work...

Information is the lifeblood of all businesses, but too much of this precious resource can have a counterproductive impact if not efficiently managed. Information overload is a real and present danger...

According to research into franchising, 70 per cent of respondents felt there were barriers that made it more difficult for women to own or operate a franchise, compared with men. However, women...

It’s not a question of guesswork. You need a clear idea of your finances before you decide. So first, work out what your costs are: add up all the outgoings for...

Traditionally, doing deals over expensive meals was one of the perks of being a boss and studies made even five years ago showed that a successful business lunch was one of...

However, don’t let the comfort of your own home lull you into a false sense of security – there are a number of precautions you should look into to protect your...

Who needs an office? Many of the biggest corporations started life in a back bedroom or shed and grew very successfully there. Equally, many small business owners decided to start on...

These insurance packages might comprise some or all of the following types of cover: ### Public liability insurance As a tradesman, you’ll probably be working in other people’s homes or places of...