In our technology-empowered world, consumers and businesses need to rely on modern methods for entering into binding contracts and transactions. In strange times such as these, electronic signatures can be key in keeping your business operating by allowing you to complete transactions legally without having to meet the other party in person or leaving your home. In this article, we …
Is August Really An Awful Month For Business?
August is here! Summer holidays are at their peak and most people are kicking back and having a good time. But if you’re reading this post.. ahem.. I don’t think you’re on a paradise beach drinking a mojito, but working. From a business perspective, unless you’re in the tourist business or your business sells summer products, August is usually the …
Tips For Protecting Your IP
Recent research, published by Early Metrics, has presented some surprising (and a bit terrifying) insights regarding IP protection: four out of five European tech start-ups have no proper protection in place to stop their competitors taking their market share or stealing their IP. Additionally, this is the biggest red flag which is most likely to make investors walk away. So, …
Co-founders: Major Tips On How To Support Them
Building a business is hard but keeping it afloat is even harder. With your co-founders, plenty of highs and plenty of lows will be experienced. That’s why taking care of the relationship among co-founders is one of the most important elements for successful startups. Here we present some tips to lead to a stronger relationship where each co-founder knows where they …
Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) – FAQ
What is SEIS? SEIS is designed to help your company raise money when it’s starting to trade. It does this by offering tax reliefs to individual investors who buy new shares in your company. What can you claim? You can receive a maximum of £150,000 through SEIS investments on which your investors can claim relief. An can claim an income …
Business Dispute: Tips on Negotiation
Negotiation is a part of everyday life, but negotiation is even more important in case of conflict. Dispute brings up concerns about the cost of litigation, loss of reputation and loss of time and energy. In case of a dispute, negotiating might allow you to avoid these costs or, at the very least, mitigate them. What do you need to …
Your Business: Holiday Entitlement Explained
Holiday Entitlement pay is a complicated issue for any employer. With the lighter mornings setting in and with employees and employers envisaging a hotter climate, the need to know what employees are entitled to is important. FAQ’s On Holiday Entitlement 1. Where is an employee’s annual holiday entitlement detailed? It is a requirement of section 1 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 …
Why Small Businesses Fail
For the most part all small businesses usually start out on the right foot – with plenty of enthusiasm and great intentions. Taking those dreams to fruition, from hastily scribbled notes on your bedside table to a legitimate and lawful business, involves many steps and genuine attention to detail. First, let’s touch on a few aspects which can affect the …