The right attitude to work and a strong set of basic skills remain at the top of employers’ wish lists when it comes to hiring new recruits, a new study has shown. The Forum of Private Business’s latest member survey … Continued
The Forum of Private Business has urged the Chancellor to scrap a planned rise in business rates as part of its annual Budget submission. The Forum makes the call after its own research recently identified rates as the least favourite … Continued
From April 2013, the Government is proposing to introduce simplified accounting and expenses options for small, non-incorporated businesses. If you fall into this category, read on to find out what the changes mean to you and how you can have … Continued
The Forum is working closely with Get Mentoring to support the recruitment and training of thousands of business mentors within the micro, small and medium-sized business sectors. Those that sign up and are eligible complete a free course available online, … Continued
Having to dismiss someone is never easy – but there are specific rules that you have to follow in order to stay within the law and which can make the process go smoothly. New research has found that as many … Continued
There are a number of ways you can raise awareness of your business to drive sales, but should you pay for advertising or go down the free route of trying to get press coverage. In this article, we look at … Continued
In the second part of our article on how to make the most of tendering opportunities, we tell you what you should and shouldn’t do if you want to win new business. Read part one for tips on selling to … Continued
As a small business owner, you probably set up your small business because it’s something you’re passionate about and an expert in. Within your business there could be a whole world of untapped information that could add extra value to … Continued