Exhibition Opportunities: 10 Tips for UK Small Businesses
How do you get your product into the hands of a big customer? Exhibitions can help, but they are costly. Our tips will help you squeeze top value from exhibition opportunities.
9 At-Home Business Ideas for Women Founders in the UK
Starting a business from home is one of the most accessible ways for women in the UK to move into self-employment. If you are researching at-home business ideas for women, whether you are leaving employment, scaling a side hustle, or returning to work after caring responsibilities, a home-based venture keeps overheads low and working hours […]
Work-life balance for UK home-based women founders: 2026
Work-life balance can seem impossible when you work from home. Ute Wieczorek-King’s top tips will help.
How to Build Your Career as a UX Designer in the UK
UX design remains one of the most transferable routes into the UK tech sector. As organisations rebuild digital services around user needs, demand for people who can research, prototype, and test interfaces continues to grow. For women considering a move into tech or a pivot from adjacent fields such as psychology, marketing, or graphic design, […]
Case study: how local support built Helen Rhiannon’s label
I started my business after buying a pair of polka dot shoes from a local boutique! I told them I graduated in Fashion Design in London and next thing I was selling a mini collection into the boutique.
Managing stress when you’re self-employed: a 2026 guide
Managing stress when you’re self-employed is not about eliminating pressure entirely; it is about recognising the warning signs early and putting practical habits in place. Self-employment can be rewarding, offering flexibility and control over your time. For many women, it is also a practical response to caring responsibilities, health needs or a desire for greater […]
How to Run a Growth-Focused One-Person Business in the UK
It is a myth that a one-person business is just giving yourself a job. Growing numbers of people operate businesses with no employees, that are fast-growing and successful.
How to Win Clients Over and Keep Them: UK Women in Business
Winning a new client takes time, energy and often money you do not have spare. If you want to win clients over and keep them loyal, the smartest investment is usually the relationship you build after the first sale. The original Alison Rose Review of Female Entrepreneurship, published in 2019, found that women-led SMEs contribute […]
The Personality and Passion Behind Soundbite Media: Meet Louise Chandler
Louise Chandler, the driving force behind Soundbite Media, is dedicated to actively empowering businesses to communicate with clarity. With over two decades of deep industry experience, Louise approaches every client relationship with a genuine passion for their success. She prides herself on demystifying PR and marketing, making it accessible and effective for everyone, from side […]