We know running your own business is hard work. That’s why we want to make things a bit easier through our useful blogs, in-depth guides and practical advice to help your small business.
From skills to ideas, apprentices can bring big benefits to small businesses.
Personal Trainer Allowable Expenses
Finance and legal
20 June 2022
We’ve made it easy to understand allowable expenses and maximise your earnings.
How to Open a Coffee Shop
Starting up
17 June 2022
Dream of opening a coffee shop? Find out how to get started.
How to Start a Hairdressing Business
Starting up
15 June 2022
Find out how you can join one of the happiest professions in the UK by starting your own hairdressing business.
Automation for Small Businesses
Digital and innovation
15 June 2022
Automation is not only realistic but also can be beneficial to small businesses.
Chatting with the Startup Angels: BOSH!
Starting up
9 June 2022
Henry Firth of BOSH! talks about AXA Startup Angel 2022
Chat with Startup Angel Raphael Sofoluke
Starting up
9 June 2022
Raphael Sofoluke talks about returning as a judge for AXA Startup Angel 2022
Meet the Startup Angels: Sharmadean Reid
Starting up
9 June 2022
Sharmadean Reid talks about AXA Startup Angel 2022
Retail and Shop Owner Allowable Expenses
Finance and legal
1 June 2022
Our easy guide explains allowable expenses to help you save more on tax.
The Importance of Business Credit Scores
Finance and legal
23 May 2022
Learn more about how a good business credit score can help your startup grow.
What type of hairdressing salon is right for you?
Growth and strategy
28 April 2022
Learn more about the pros and cons of each salon type and find the best for you.
Achieving Net Zero as a Small Business
Digital and innovation
26 April 2022
Small businesses can play a key part in helping reduce the UK's carbon emissions
Small business stories: Abigail Butler, Strictly Xtended
Starting up
21 April 2022
Abigail talks about customer loyalty and taking your time to build a business.
An Employer's Guide to P60s
Finance and legal
12 April 2022
We’ve created a helpful guide covering the main facts about how P60s work.
Allowable Expenses for Hairdressers
Finance and legal
22 March 2022
Don’t pay more tax than you have to. Learn more about allowable expenses.
The pros and cons of becoming a landlord for your second property
Finance and legal
15 March 2022
Whether to rent or sell a second property can be a big decision. Read AXA's guide to the pros and cons of having a second home to understand your options.