In today’s age of technological advancements and a burgeoning entrepreneurship market, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (‘SMEs’) are achieving growing success with their business endeavours. Last year, over 23 million SMEs throughout Europe generated €3.9 trillion in total revenue and employed around 90 million people…
A hugely important development for the Apprenticeship market has hit the mainstream news today after flying under the radar for a week. Cambridge University have been approved to deliver apprenticeships and, for now, intend to pitch this at the post graduate level for levy paying firms in and around their location. Great news for businesses and their staff that can utilise this resource, mixed news for competitor providers…
Valentine’s Day – the day of romance, big gestures – and busy restaurants! The most important factor in any relationship is that the couple is the right ‘fit’ for each other. Whether driven workaholics, passionate snowboarders, keen to start a family or simply dedicated to exploring the best that London’s night life has to offer, compatibility is key. A rewarding partnership relies on understanding, shared long-term goals, and mutual respect.
Cash is king in any industry, but in the restaurant business it is particularly vital to carefully balance cash in and cash out. This blog examines the most common challenges faced by business owners and offers practical advice and solutions to help restaurants with their cash flow…
If you are in the world of business, then it is likely that you have heard the words “commercial finance” uttered once or twice. But despite it being common jargon within the industry, it can still conjure up uncertainty for some business owners, unaware of the options available to them.
Retail is often a lot harder than it looks. Selling goods to the public can be a booming business one minute, then an absolute nightmare the next. The fluctuating market can mean that business owners have financial headaches at times when they least expect it, which is why preparation is certainly always key.
Spring is almost upon us, which means it is time to refocus now that the hectic post-New Year months are behind us. Forget those failed New Year’s resolutions and instead concentrate on forming new habits for your business – then stick to them!
Cadbury’s classic marketing campaign has endured for over 20 years, asking consumers – “How do you eat yours?” – to promote their Creme Eggs at Easter. Whether in small measured bites, scooping out the centre with a spoon, blending it into a milkshake or baking it into a cake, this light-hearted snapshot of everyday idiosyncrasies has continued to capture imaginations.
In the UK alone, it is estimated that more than 500,000 new SME’s are created every single year. But with every new business on the horizon, there is a requirement for financial support if the need arises.