Start A Business
Practical information for people considering setting up their own business. Articles cover legal structures, planning, market research and initial operational decisions.
Finding a Location for Your Business
Decide whether your business needs foot traffic or can operate remotely, then choose a location that balances rent costs with your sales needs.
Laws to Know About Before Starting a Business
Get familiar with key employment laws and legal requirements before launching your small business.
Market Research: Analysing Your Competitors
Understanding who your competitors are and what they're doing helps you make better business decisions and stay ahead in your market.
Self Employed or Entrepreneur: What's the Difference?
Being self-employed and being an entrepreneur might sound similar, but they approach business very differently.
Sole Trader, Partnership or Limited Company?
Compare sole trader, partnership and limited company structures to find the right legal setup for your small business.
Starting a Business in Your Spare Time
How to start a side business without quitting your job and test your idea with financial security.
Ten Business Ideas That Failed, and Why
See what went wrong with New Coke, Boo.com, Polaroid and seven other failed businesses to avoid repeating their mistakes.
Tips for the Aspiring Entrepreneur
Start a business you actually enjoy doing and build on proven ideas rather than betting everything on something completely new.
What Are Business Incubators?
Business incubators are shared facilities that give startups office space, mentorship, networking connections, and resources to help them grow and succeed.
What Is Your Unique Selling Point?
Your small business needs something that makes customers pick you over competitors, and figuring out what that is takes real thought.
What Motivates Business Entrepreneurs?
What drives successful entrepreneurs to start businesses and what keeps them pushing forward in their careers.
Writing a Business Plan
A business plan lays out what you want your company to achieve and how you'll get there, backed by research and numbers.
Writing a Marketing Plan
Set clear goals and define your target audience to build a marketing plan that actually works for your business.