Are you asking the right questions? A guide to recruiting the right person, first time
Hiring a new person eats up a huge chunk of a business’ budget, and it will cost even more if the wrong person is hired and it’s back to square one. Here’s a guide to recruiting.
Online marketplaces send SME exports soaring
Britain is moving closer towards its stated export target according to a report from international payments provider WorldFirst, in large part due to online marketplaces.
Benefits of a self-service R&D tax credit portal for small businesses
Myriad Associates technical consultant Lauren Olson looks at the topic of R&D tax credits and what eligibility, application and the benefits look like.
Dyson is emerging as a major disruptor in the car industry
Vacuum cleaner manufacturer Dyson has swiftly moved away from creating a sole product and branched off into other consumer electrical areas. Perhaps its most “radical” move yet, however, is the promise of an electric car.
Use your personality to boost both your brand and bottom line
Real Business recently focused on those who unexpectedly made the jump to company founder. It’s perhaps unsurprising that some noted there was more to running a company than they initially thought – like the creation of a personal brand.
How to protect your business should something suddenly happen to you
Most bosses are so busy running their company that they forget to think about what would happen if they were struck down by a sudden illness or accident. Here we unveil how you can protect your business during such a time.
The most expensive tech districts in the world
Real estate firm Knight Frank has revealed the most expensive tech districts in the world – a list that found Shoreditch is pricier than the likes of San Francisco and New York.
Twitter’s 280-character limit trial hijacked by companies joking around
While Twitter’s 280-character limit trial was intended to help people “express themselves” – the result of findings from its own research – companies have already started experimenting with it.
Healthier and fitter staff will drive profit – it’s that simple
In taking stock of the business climate today, serial entrepreneur Jan Cavelle believes to really drive profit growth companies must better look after employees and their wellbeing.
Powering strategic business changes with location technology
As location is the most accurate indicator of human intent, businesses are recognising that with location technology insights, they can get a picture of their customers’ real world behaviour both now and in future, not just their online behaviour.
In pursuit of productivity
In terms of productivity, since every business is different, arguably there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.