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Most modern businesses are driven by tech. That statement shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone. However, it also shouldn’t be a given that new tech is always the answer, especially when it can cause your costs to grow out of control. Here, we’re going to look at how you can make sure that tech remains a valuable tool without becoming an unbearable weight on your budget.

When it comes to debt, whether it’s financial or personal, it’s easy to see things in black and white. Debt is bad; it’s as simple as that. But there’s a difference between uncontrolled debt, which is a constant drain on your finances and can cripple your credit, and controlled debts. Loans are a financial tool, and rather than only being used to bail you out or buy things you don’t need, they can be used to further your business interests.

When you’re a business owner, you naturally focus on sales and growth as a way of boosting your bottom line. This is, of course, the best way to make money over the years and ensure you are building a successful company. Still, you know what? There are often other sources of revenue that you may be missing out on.

Growth. This is one of those words that is both exciting and terrifying at the same time. Any business owner needs it, but that’s not always so close, like you’ve got the horizon, but the way to it always feels like a curve.

The first thing that every UK businessperson needs to know about is that having an online presence is crucial. An online presence means a custom-built website, along with great SEO and a robust social media presence, too. 

If you are in the process of starting your very own business then you may be on the lookout for some top tips that will ensure you don’t fail before you’ve even begun. You may already be aware that a high number of businesses fail each year. This can be due to many reasons including running out of money or not having the knowledge needed to thrive.

When you’re running any business, it’s important to understand that the contract with your employees goes well beyond simply exchanging a pay-check for work. Humans aren’t simple machines that have an input and an output; they have a complex web of needs that you need to ensure that you’re fulfilling. Here, we’ll look at some of the most important of those needs, and what you can do to take care of them effectively. 

Buying a commercial vehicle can feel like a lot of pressure. After all, your business operation depends on you making the right choice and selecting a vehicle that you can depend on. So, when it comes to parting with your company’s hard-earned cash, you need to think carefully about what vehicle you should buy, and most importantly, where you will buy it from.

Alright, just be honest with yourself here, aren’t you just a little bit sick of being online all the time? Everywhere you turn, there’s another ad screaming at you, another influencer pushing a “life-changing” course, and another friend’s holiday photo making you feel like you should be doing more with your own life. Needless to say, all of this is pretty exhausting. 

When it comes to running a successful business, productivity is king. The more productive your company and your employees are, the more you can get done in the day. This means that you can service more customers, make more investments and improvements, and continue to grow your business.

Running a business isn’t cheap, and sometimes it feels like money just disappears the second it comes in. The good news is there are plenty of ways to shave down costs without cutting corners or lowering standards. It’s more about being smart with what you’re already spending and finding little swaps that make a big difference over time.

Effective marketing is about a lot more than making your business more visible. It’s about more than just putting your products and services in front of those people who are looking for them. It’s about building a brand that fosters loyalty and drives need.

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LinkedIn is still where B2B conversations, leads and decision-making happen. If you’re a consultancy, service provider, recruiter or tech business — your LinkedIn presence matters.

The European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) is a landmark regulation that sets comprehensive rules for AI systems within the EU. Even though the UK has left the EU, this Act has significant implications for UK businesses, especially those operating in or with the EU market.

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