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Entrepreneurs bring ‘fractional growth’ to businesses

Six in 10 said lack of funding is holding them back from pursuing their entrepreneurial vision.

Confidence and age are among the reasons Brits don’t start a business

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A new generation of banks is rewarding customers for using accounts

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Many had to pull in cash from personal savings, family loans and credit cards to go it alone.

Average SME had less than £6,000 to get their business off the ground

76% of business owners reported that their mental health has directly suffered as a consequence of chasing unpaid invoices.

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A recent UK industry survey has exposed the impact of late payments on business owners across the United Kingdom.
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Majority of teens still see a university degree as key to success

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Poll reveals that more than a third of women have experienced gender discrimination while running their business

One in three women suffer gender discrimination running their business

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Ad Feature The Trademark Helpline unveils innovations to boost UK businesses

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Business Leader of the Year Asad Shamim shares his strategy to success

One of the UK’s most exciting and recognised entrepreneurs, Tom Glanfield of TEGCap, from Bournemouth, Hampshire

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In today’s fast-paced, information-heavy world, getting noticed is more difficult than ever. If you’re an entrepreneur and business person, how do you even begin to cut through the noise?
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A research study of 2,000 adults revealed Gen Z is the most entrepreneurial generation – with three quarters harbouring ambitions to be their own boss.

Gen Z are the most entrepreneurial generation, according to research

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Young adults are gearing up to become their own boss by 30

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