Protect Your Business Against Financial Fraud in 2026
Theft and fraudulent activity is prevalent both on and offline, so here’s how to sharpen up and safeguard your business.
Expert Tips to Grow Your UK Business Faster in 2026
Growth is not optional for most UK small businesses; it is the difference between a venture that survives and one that thrives. For women founders, the challenge is often sharper. Research by the British Business Bank and the Alison Rose Review of Female Entrepreneurship has consistently shown that women-led businesses make a significant contribution to […]
Shared Parental Leave: Why Self-Employed Parents Lose Out
Shared Parental Leave was introduced this week in the UK. Here’s what’s on offer, unless you are self-employed.
6 Challenges of Being an Independent Fashion Designer in the UK
Whether you are trained, experienced or a happy amateur with a flair for fashion, there are lots of inspiring stories of others who have succeeded in setting up a successful independent label.
Does Your Small Business Need MDR Services in 2026?
As cyber-attacks and criminal hacking become more sophisticated, cyber-security professionals agree that MDR services provide the best protection for businesses of all sizes.
PayFac for UK Small Businesses: A Guide for Women Founders
If you sell online, at markets or through invoices, you have probably seen checkout options from Stripe, Square, SumUp, PayPal or GoCardless. These providers often operate as Payment Facilitators, or PayFacs. Instead of opening your own merchant account with an acquiring bank, you join theirs as a sub-merchant. PayFac for UK small businesses offers a […]
Ecommerce Advice from Female Startups: A 2026 UK Guide
Women running successful ecommerce businesses share the secrets of their success.
Colour Psychology in Branding: The Do’s and Don’ts
Your choice of colours can say a lot about your brand. Check out this overview of colour psychology branding to make sure your brand has the emotional message you want it to have.