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The importance of business planning

When you are setting out and everything is moving so quickly, it’s easy to deviate from where you intend to be. If you don’t have a business plan, you might compromise growth or miss out on opportunities by sweating the...

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Key drivers to boost profitability and cash flow

It’s important to identify and monitor the key drivers of your small business to boost profitability and cash flow. Boost profitability by recognizing your key drivers Identifying the key drivers of your business is critical to boosting profitability. A key...

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Use the Fixed costs summary calculator to work out monthly business overheads. Download the Fixed costs summary calculator

Ways to identify new markets and customers

If you want to grow your business, you’ll need a strategic plan – which should include how you’ll find new customers and get your products or services into new markets. Here’s what you need to know to identify new customers...

How to scale your business for growth

Growing a business is one of the most fundamental goals for all small business owners. Successful businesses are those that are always looking for opportunities to grow and making the most of them. What is scalable growth? Scalable growth involves...

Gain customer loyalty and keep your regulars for life

Long-standing customers form the backbone of a strong, well-established business. Make it your mission to ensure that the vast majority of your current customers stay with your business for many years to come. Why it’s vital to keep existing customers...

Calculating start-up costs – how much money do you need?

Before you start a business, you need to know exactly how much money you’ll need, and where it’s coming from. You’re out of business fast if you fall short before you’ve started. Why you need to plan ahead If you...

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