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Events
18th June 202112:00 pm - 1:00 pmFREE
18 June - York Festival of Ideas: Maximise Your Potential: Speak out!
Learn how to communicate with others, create emotional connections, deliver your message, and present the best version of yourself with this motivational event.
30th June 202110:00 am - 11:00 amFREE
30 June - TSCN: An Overview of COMAH in the UK
Do your Health and Safety practises meet legal standards? Learn about the basics of COMAH and how these regulations apply to your business.
16th July 202110:00 am - 3:00 pmFREE
5-16 July - Start your business today with our free online course
Do you want to start your own business, but not sure where to begin? Join our free business course starting 5 July.
Resources
6 benefits to business - download all guides
Download all of our free guides on how to be more sustainable in your business and start benefiting from the circular economy.
Webinar: Cash is King - How to Forecast Cash Flow
This free webinar with business coach Gareth Allen will provide attendees with a better understanding of the importance of cash within a business.
How to build business resilience
The global COVID-19 pandemic and other threats such as the EU exit, are forcing us to think about business resilience.
How to create products with purpose
Consumer demand for quality products that last is at an all time high and purpose is becoming an important part of many businesses.
How to be a standout brand
Consumers are increasingly looking for brands which have sustainability at their core.
How to increase efficiency and productivity
Limiting the natural resources we use and making the most of existing ones is a cornerstone of the circular economy.
How to reduce waste costs
The cost of disposing of waste is increasing and regulations around disposal are tightening. Read our guide on how to reduce these.
How to reduce energy costs and cut emissions
One of the quickest and easiest ways to take a step towards a circular economy model is to reduce the energy you use.
Free Download: Guide to Social Media Advertising
Social media platforms are providing business owners with ever more targeted advertising options. Explore the benefits of social media advertising with this free essential guide.
Free Download: Guide to Social Media Strategy
If you’re looking to get serious about your social media and want to use it as a tool for bringing in new customers to your business, you’ll need to develop a great social media strategy.
Free Download: Guide to eCommerce
With the right eCommerce platform and a couple of hours, you could create a shop capable of selling goods around the world. It's never been easier to start selling online.
Free Download: Starting a Business
Starting a business can be a huge and rewarding change in your life. If you’ve seen a gap in the market and think you know how to fill it, then this could be the perfect time to strike out on your own.
Articles
New masterclasses for start-up businesses
Ready to start your own business? Whether you’re working on your first business idea or have recently begun trading, this masterclass is for you.
How to create free publicity as a small business
Advertising for small business can be a complex and is often one of the biggest costs you have to cover.
Claiming expenses when running a small business from home
Claiming expenses when running a small business from home can be complex. As such, we are going to help you get to grips with what you can claim for...
How can I predict the revenue forecast for my business?
Predicting your revenue forecast and expenses when starting a business is one of the most important, yet neglected, areas of business planning.
Creating a continuity plan for your business
A continuity plan can help you to anticipate events so you can prepare for or prevent them happening, and have a strategy for recovery.
How to keep your business pitch simple
Like most other communication, keep your business pitch simple, informative and fun.
Types of crowdfunding
Crowdfunding had enjoyed a meteoric rise in growth and popularity. But what is it...
What alternative funds are available for investment or expansion?
There is plenty of support and alternative funds available for start-ups and growing SMEs seeking financial support...
Market testing for your business
If you're starting your business, you will be full of energy and enthusiasm for your idea.
