Most franchises are designed for people with little or no experience in a specific industry, so starting a franchise allows you to try something new. Franchising is considered a safer option than...

You know your job backwards, you’re experienced and capable, but that hasn’t stopped you being made redundant. The good news is there are probably plenty of people out there who would...

Economists these days believe you can boil almost anything down to incentives. This goes far wider than, say, a profit sharing bonus. Gary Becker, a Nobel Laureate who died recently, is...

We operate in a competitive trading environment and successful business owners have a clear understanding of their strengths and weaknesses, as well as what sets their companies apart from their competitors. What...

How small businesses manage their accounts has changed out of all recognition. As the cloud has taken hold to offer a myriad of services that can be accessed with any internet...

Social media has been focused within the business-to-consumer space since its inception. Businesses with consumer facing operations have been evolving their use of these networks, which are now a core component...

New laptops with fancy hinges and sliding mechanisms can perform acrobatics that will put your yoga instructor to shame but do you really need a notebook that can do tricks? Shop...

Many prospective franchisees know of the much quoted mantra to ‘Take independent legal advice’. Many do just that and embark on their franchise journey secure in the knowledge they have a...