Resources
Guidance is great when you need it. And here at LBH we pride ourselves on the quality of advice that we provide to everyone who reaches out to us.
We also know that, sometimes, what you need most is a simple answer to a difficult question – quickly.
That’s why we created and collected our library of business resources. Insightful, effective , easy to navigate and always growing, our resources are here for you whenever you need them – no matter what stage your business is at.
Browse our business resources below and find what you’re looking for. Simple solutions. Exactly when you need them. All in one place.
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Cost of Doing Business Hub
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Support to navigate the rising cost of doing business.
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Your way to Wayfinder
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Support for businesses in Southwark, Lambeth and Wandsworth.
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Tax-Free Childcare with HMRC – Resources for Early Years Professionals
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Support for early years providers on take-up of Tax-Free Childcare.
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SME Procurement Hub
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Support to help businesses tender for contracts.
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Closure of an Early Years Setting
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Free resources for early years providers considering closing their provision.
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Strong Early Years London – Business Healthcheck for Childminders
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A free business requirements checklist for childminders in the capital.
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Cybersecurity and Preventing Phishing Attacks
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Advice and tips on spotting and preventing phishing attacks.
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Cybersecurity and Protecting Your Data
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Steps to help your business comply with data protection rules.
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Cybersecurity and Protecting Your Business Against Cyberattacks
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Steps to help protect your business online.
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Resources from London Business Week
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Access recordings and presentations from London Business Week.
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Cybersecurity and Working Remotely
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Advice and tips on working safely from home.
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Cybersecurity and Disaster Recovery
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Advice and tips on creating a disaster recovery plan.
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Health & Wellbeing Hub
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Resources and support to help promote workplace health and wellbeing.
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Cybersecurity and Social Engineering
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Advice and tips on how to spot social engineering.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Tesco
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Every little helps Tesco to reduce emissions.
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Business Climate Guidance
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We want to help your business act on climate change.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Derwent London
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How Derwent London targeted net zero emissions for managed buildings.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Landsec
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Leadership in climate resilience.
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Top Ten Actions for the Information, Communication & Technology Sector
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Actions to help businesses reduce their environmental impact.
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Framework: Creative & Recreational
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Business climate guidance for the creative sector.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Greater London Authority (GLA) Group
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Going full circular economy at the GLA group.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: 15Hatfields
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Sustainability and cutting carbon at 15Hatfields
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Top Ten Actions for the Hospitality Sector
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Actions to help hospitality firms reduce their environmental impact.
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Framework: Financial & Professional Services
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Business climate guidance for the financial and professional services sector.
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Framework: Information, Communication & Technology
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Business climate guidance for the information, communication and technology sector.
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Top Ten Actions for the Financial & Professional Services Sector
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Actions to help financial services firms reduce their environmental impact.
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Top Ten Actions for the Creative & Recreational Sector
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Actions to help creative businesses reduce their environmental impact.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Sky
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Sky’s the limit for a sustainable company culture.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: BT
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How BT is leading the charge for a green recovery.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Business Design Centre
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Business Design Centre’s decade of climate change action.
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Top Ten Actions for the Construction Sector
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Actions to help construction firms reduce their environmental impact.
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Framework: Retail
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Business climate guidance for the retail sector.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: London Pensions Fund Authority
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Divesting London’s pension fund from fossil fuels.
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Business Climate Guidance Case Study: Informa
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Going carbon neutral in 2020 at the information services and events group, Informa.
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Framework: Hospitality
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Business climate guidance for the hospitality sector.
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Framework: Construction
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Business climate guidance for the construction sector.
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Top Ten Actions for the Retail Sector
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Actions to help retailers reduce their environmental impact.
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Employing UK Staff in the EU
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Advice on employing UK nationals that work in the EU after the transition period.
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Support for Employers – Apprenticeships and Industry Placements
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An overview of support to help employers take on apprentices.
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Eating and Drinking Outside
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Advice for hospitality businesses during COVID-19.
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Glossary of Brexit Terms
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An overview of common terms to help you prepare for the end of the transition.
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Travelling to and from the EU
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Prepare for changes to business travel after the transition period.
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Intellectual Property (“IP”) and EU Data
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Prepare for changes to IP rules after the transition period.
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Trade with the EU
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Advice on trading with the EU after the transition period.
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Employing EU Citizens in the UK
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Advice on employing EU nationals in the UK after the transition period.
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Internet of Things (IoT)
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Advice and tips to help your business use the Internet of Things safely.
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Trade in Services
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Advice on changes to trade in services.
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Trade in Goods
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Advice on changes to trade in goods.
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Trade in Digital Services
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Advice on changes to trade in digital services.
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Mobility Post-Transition
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Find out about changes to business travel.
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Working in the UK for EU Citizens
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Find out about changes to recruiting staff from the EU.
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
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Advice on how the end of the transition period impacts GDPR.
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Regulation
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Advice on the impact of leaving the EU on regulation.
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Human Resources: Recruiting Staff From Overseas
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Advice on recruiting staff from overseas.
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Dilapidations
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An introduction to dilapidations clauses in commercial leases.
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Assignment and Subletting
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An introduction to assignment and subletting commercial property.
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Lease Length, Break Clauses and Rent Reviews
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Important considerations when agreeing a lease.
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Commercial Leases – Overview of Common Terms Covered by a Lease Agreement
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An overview of terms you need to know when agreeing a lease.
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Costs to Expect When Renting Business Premises
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An overview of likely costs when renting business premises.
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How to Find the Right Property for Your Business
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Explore your options when looking for commercial property.
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Lease Obligations and Lease Reviews
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Information about how to engage with your landlord.
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How to Engage in Discussions With Your Landlord
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Information about how to engage with your landlord.
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Rent Reviews
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Information about how rent reviews work.
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How to Negotiate a Rent Holiday
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Advice on how to negotiate a rent holiday during COVID-19.
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Cybersecurity Top Tips
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Support to help prevent common online threats to your business.
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Managing Business Finances
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Tips for effective financial management.
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Growth Finance
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Options to fund business growth.
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Planning for Growth
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Things to consider when deciding whether to grow your business.
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Commercial Leases – Which Legal Firm to Appoint?
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Advice for appointing a legal firm to help with lease negotiations and arbitration.
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Managing Data and Cybersecurity Risks
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Resources to help businesses improve their cyber resilience.
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Managing and Recruiting Staff
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Advice and support to help with recruiting and managing staff.
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Returning to the Office and Hybrid Working
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An overview of hybrid working models and working safely during COVID-19.
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Trading Legally
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Support to understand your legal obligations.
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Protect Your Business
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Key steps to protect your new business.
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Arbitration of Landlord and Tenant Disputes
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An introduction to arbitration clauses in commercial leases.
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Negotiating a Commercial Lease
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Advice on negotiating with landlords.
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Dealing with End of Lease Issues
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Advice on dealing with end of lease issues.
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Legal Responsibilities of Tenants
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It's important to make sure business premises are well maintained and safe.
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The Landlord and Tenant Relationship
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Advice on commercial leases and the landlord-tenant relationship.
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Preparing for a Post-Brexit New Commercial Environment
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The commercial environment will change now the transition period has ended.
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What Does it Mean to be Outside the EU?
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An overview of what it means for the UK to be outside the EU.
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Renting Business Premises
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Advice about what is involved in agreeing a licence to occupy or a lease.
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Business Structures and Registering with HMRC
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Overview of business legal structures.
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How to Write a Business Plan
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A business plan will help you set targets and plan for the future.
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Understanding Venture Capital
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Venture capital is a type of equity investment that can fund business growth.
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Understanding Angel Investment
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Many startups and businesses use angel investors to access finance.
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Hiring and Employing Staff
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This guide sets out the main steps involved in recruiting staff.
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Understanding Debt Finance
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An introduction to common types of debt finance.
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Understanding and Protecting Intellectual Property
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An introduction to the different types of intellectual property rights.
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Managing Cash Flow
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Practical steps your business can take to avoid cash flow problems.
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Business Continuity Planning
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A business continuity plan can help you identify and manage risks.
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Carrying Out a SWOT Analysis
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A SWOT analysis is a useful tool for strategic business planning and decision-making.
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Understanding Crowdfunding
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An introduction to the main types of crowdfunding available to businesses.
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Business Health and Safety Regulations
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A summary of employers' health and safety duties.
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Managing Unpaid Debts
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Explore options for recovering an unpaid debt.
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Data Protection Rules You Must Follow
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This article sets out the lawful bases for processing personal data.
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Developing a Marketing Plan
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A good plan will help you build brand awareness and target customers.
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Key Contacts and Organisations for Startups
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There are organisations that startups must contact before trading.
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How to Conduct Start-up Market Research
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An overview of key considerations for start-up market research.
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Insurance Cover for Business
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An introduction to the main types of business insurance.
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Tech, Creative, Fashion
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Advice for the tech, creative and fashion sector about the end of the transition period.
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Retail
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Advice for retailers about the end of the transition period.
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Manufacturing
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Advice for manufacturing firms about the end of the transition period.
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Professional and Business Services
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Advice for professional services about the end of the transition period.
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Hospitality and Tourism
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Advice for the hospitality sector about the end of the transition period.
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Food and Drink
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Advice for the food and drink sector about the end of the transition period.
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Construction
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Advice for the construction sector about the end of the transition period.
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Identifying Business Risks
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Learn how to protect your business from common risks.
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Cybersecurity
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Protect your business from common online threats.
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Growth Strategy
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Discover strategies for growing your business.