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Developing your business

Advice and tips for improving your business.

This section contains a wealth of tips and advice for improving your business processes and increasing your top and bottom lines.

Branding

Tips on building a brand.

Business finance

From raising funds to keeping control of your finances.

Business processes

Tips for more effective business processes.

Exit planning

All businesses need a plan for selling or exiting.

General

A range of useful information on general business topics.

Management skills

Presentation, negotiation, working smarter and leadership.

Managing your staff

Practical tips for employers.

Planning and strategy

Tips and advice when planning ahead

Sales and marketing

Tips and advice for promoting your business.

13 Jan 2026

Over 4,800 self assessment scams reported

More than 4,800 self assessment scams have been reported since February 2025, according to data released by HMRC.

12 Jan 2026

Anxiety over business rates hits record high

A poll carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has revealed that business rates anxiety has hit a record high, with 34% of firms worried about their rates.

09 Jan 2026

Trading with EU getting harder, firms say

A survey carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has found that 54% of exporters in the UK think the UK-EU trade deal is adversely affecting their sales.