Firms offered cash from ‘Visit’ fund
Tourism businesses in a particular part of the UK are being urged to come forward and apply for money from a government fund. It could be you, but is it?
Doug Richard: “Get rid of Business Link”
Like Real Business, Doug Richard recognises that the wealth of this nation rests on the shoulders of entrepreneurs. Here’s how the School for Startups founder and original Dragon plans to shake up government and create an "explosion in entrepreneurial activity" .
Why are we so bothered about Cadbury?
The newly announced sale of iconic and much loved British confectionary brand Cadbury is just one symptom of UK industry’s complete transition to overseas ownership – or is it?
Social Enterprise Challenge unearths London?s hidden heroes
Apprentice winner Tim Campbell and Secret Millionaire Dominic List are among those backing a new campaign to help young people develop their business skills.
Job figs mask scary trends, say economists
Business group the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has urged caution after official figures revealed a significant drop in a key unemployment measure for the first time in nearly three years.
Mental blank for sales staff
As the snow recedes and everyone slowly returns after Christmas, sales are on the rise.
Hold fast, stay firm
Have been trying to offer good, strong leadership but it hasn’t been the easiest start to the year – home has been destroyed by builders and my business has had little customer activity, which means nervous, low moraled staff.