Small Business Ideas Archives

5 things you must research before you start your new business

By Jake Townsend October 25, 2024

Important decisions made in haste tend to have implications. And while you shouldn’t use that as an excuse not to get on and make your dream happen, there are five things you must research before you start your business.

How to successfully start a small business in the evenings

By Jake Townsend October 21, 2024

If you think a lack of time stops you from launching your own business, think again. We look at how you can start your own business in the evenings.

Top driver for becoming self employed is the desire to “be my own boss.”

By Jake Townsend September 24, 2024

The biggest motivator for people to go it alone is the desire to be their own boss. We look at why now - in 2024 - is a great time to start a new business.

How to set up in business as an IT contractor

By Jake Townsend January 1, 2024

Few who decide to become IT contractors live to regret it thanks to the greater financial and personal freedom they enjoy. Is it the life for you?

Lessons in setting up your own limited property company | Felix Cash

By Jake Townsend August 9, 2023

With rising rent rates across the UK, in 2023, it is proving that if you are on the property ladder, you are potentially onto a winner. However, there are some key lessons to learn when setting up your initial property portfolio and launching your first limited property company.

Brilliant or bankrupt? How to work out if your business idea is viable

By Jake Townsend September 15, 2022

With the enduring popularity of entrepreneurial TV shows, the media pays a lot of attention to finding a great business idea. It's hard to believe that Dragon's Den has been…

How to set up in business as an IT or engineering contractor – pros and cons

By Jake Townsend August 4, 2022

This guide covers the key things you need to know before becoming a professional contractor - pros and cons and choosing between limited vs umbrella.

50 bootstrap marketing ideas for small business owners

By Jake Townsend September 29, 2021

Bootstrap marketing is what the web is all about—a way of promoting a business on a tight budget, maximising return on investment and minimising risk. You might already be involved…

Start-up ideas – How to set up a coffee shop

By Jake Townsend September 2, 2021

What exactly does it take to start a coffee shop? Our step-by-step guide will help you get up and running.

How to start an eBay business: what you need to know

By Jake Townsend May 11, 2021

Are you thinking of joining in and trying your hand at becoming an eBay seller? Here's what you need to know about getting your new business off the ground.