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For a successful business, you need a viable business idea, the skills to make it work and the funding. Discover whether your idea has what it takes.

Forming your business correctly is essential to ensure you are protected and you comply with the rules. Learn how to set up your business.

Advice on protecting your wellbeing, self-confidence and mental health from the pressures of starting and running a business.

Learn why business planning is an essential exercise if your business is to start and grow successfully, attract funding or target new markets.

It is likely you will need funding to start your business unless you have your own money. Discover some of the main sources of start up funding.

Businesses and individuals must account for and pay various taxes. Understand your tax obligations and how to file, account and pay any taxes you owe.

Businesses are required to comply with a wide range of business laws. We introduce the main rules and regulations you must comply with.

Marketing matters. It drives sales and helps promote your brand and products. Discover how to market your business and reach your target customers.

Some businesses need a high street location whilst others can be run from home. Understand the key factors from cost to location, size to security.

Your employees can your biggest asset. They can also be your biggest challenge. We explain how to recruitment and manage staff successfully.

It is likely your business could not function without some form of IT. Learn how to specify, buy, maintain and secure your business IT.

Few businesses manage the leap from start up to high-growth business. Learn what it takes to scale up and take your business to the next level.

Creating and optimising a website

A business website can reach customers globally, 24-hours a day. Discover the benefits of a business website, ecommerce and how to create a website.

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Google Analytics has been updated. Here's what every small business needs to know about Google Analytics 4.
Good design is vital if you want a website that's attractive, organised and intuitive to use. Our guide to designing your business website.
So you've decided you need a website. Before you go bowling in, following these steps can help ensure you get your site right first time.
The internet undoubtedly brings a wealth of business benefits. But it also poses risks. This checklist explains how to get the most from the internet.
Building a website is an important way to promote your company and sell to a wider audience. Your domain name is how people locate your site.
Getting people to visit your website is only half the battle. Chris Barling provides tips on how to sell more to customers once they're on your site.