Starting up

Behind the business: Paper Ribbons

Starting up

23 July 2019

For Roz, hard work is easy when you're doing what you love. Find out why.

Behind the Business: Maison de Choup

Starting up

4 December 2019

For George, hard work is worth it when your business helps inspire others.

The ins and outs of government small business grants

Starting up

3 October 2019

Looking to apply for a small business grant? Read AXA’s guide to learn everything you need to know.

Behind the business: Mike King Windows

Starting up

5 February 2019

Having run a window cleaning company for the past 40 years, Mike knows what it takes to make your business successful. He shares his business tips here.

Behind the business: Dynamic Double Glazing

Starting up

5 February 2019

Providing the best service possible is what drives Ian Hepburn’s business forward. Here, Ian chats the highs and lows of being self-employed.

Behind the business: Wendy Harris

Starting up

5 February 2019

For Wendy Harris, clear communication is vital to business success. Here she reveals why she relishes being in the driver’s seat of her business.

Small Business Christmas Survival Guide

Starting up

7 December 2018

12 steps to help your small business flourish this festive season

How to survive running a business from home

Starting up

17 October 2018

Running a home business? Here’s how to make the most of it.

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Why you should be a sustainable SME

Starting up

4 June 2018

With sustainability high on the agenda, here's why your SME should go green.

The ups and downs of starting a business

Starting up

31 May 2018

Follow our guide to getting through the scariest part of business - starting up

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How to assess the health of your business

Starting up

5 April 2018

Using an effective SWOT analysis to assess your businesses health and assist in forward planning.

Women entrepreneurs: growing confidence

Starting up

8 March 2018

Five practical tips to help women in business stay on track as you move forward.

Suzi Wong: investing in you

Starting up

16 February 2018

From a childhood ambition to challenging industry norms.

Startup risks (and how to handle them)

Starting up

15 February 2018

Starting up takes courage - and knowing how to manage the most common risks

Timing is everything for startups

Starting up

15 February 2018

Start your next venture with courage and confidence.

Whose footsteps are you following in?

Starting up

15 February 2018

Every business comes from somewhere. So who started you on your path to success?

Legacy planning for startup businesses

Starting up

6 February 2018

When business planning, remember to plan your business' legacy too.

The top four garage startups

Starting up

2 February 2018

Big things can start in small places – will you be the next big garage startup?

The Complete Guide to Social Media for Business

Starting up

26 November 2017

With billions now active on social media, your small business can't afford to miss out. Here's AXA's guide to getting started on social media.

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Starting up

Behind the business: Paper Ribbons

Behind the Business: Maison de Choup

The ins and outs of government small business grants

Behind the business: Mike King Windows

Behind the business: Dynamic Double Glazing

Behind the business: Wendy Harris

Small Business Christmas Survival Guide

How to survive running a business from home

Why you should be a sustainable SME

The ups and downs of starting a business

How to assess the health of your business

Women entrepreneurs: growing confidence

Suzi Wong: investing in you

Startup risks (and how to handle them)

Timing is everything for startups

Whose footsteps are you following in?

Legacy planning for startup businesses

The top four garage startups

The Complete Guide to Social Media for Business