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Owen Gough is a reporter for SmallBusiness.co.uk. He has a background in small business marketing strategies and is responsible for writing content on subjects ranging from small business finance to technology and HR.

Human Resources

The top 5 most ghoulish celebrity bosses – how to manage the monster

In time for Halloween, American President Donald Trump is named as the scariest celebrity boss to work for. We take a look at why.

Human Resources

HR: The unsung hero in the age of uncertainty

Here, Chano Fernandez, EVP global field operations of Workday, explains how HR teams can support their organisations in uncertain times.

Entrepreneurs

5 tips to make your B2B copy shine

Here, James Fieldhouse, senior copywriter at OLIVER Group UK, explains how to perfect your B2B copywriting skills.

Entrepreneurs

The art of delegation – the secret key to business success

Having to rely on another team member to handle important tasks can be difficult, however, learning how to delegate is essential to achieve success.

Entrepreneurs

Pitch perfect: 5 tips to dress for success

Picking a business outfit which radiates power and success during business pitches and presentations are hard. Here are our 5 top tips.

Entrepreneurs

Breed a thoroughbred or dream up a unicorn? Starting a business with LoopUp

LoopUp’s Steve Flavell on choosing to breed a thoroughbred, over dreaming up a unicorn, when it comes to business.

Entrepreneurs

Snaptrip: Why Matt and Dan don’t leave things to the last minute

In May 2014 Matt Fox and Dan Harrison successfully launched last minute rental provider, Snaptrip, into the UK’s self-catering holiday market.

Entrepreneurs

Why insurance shouldn’t be this hard! Peter Goodman with Homelyfe

Buying and managing your insurance shouldn't be so hard. Peter Goodman, CEO and co-founder of Homelyfe wants to make it easier.

PR and Marketing Strategy

How to avoid a PR disaster – Bob Dearsley reveals all

Setting up a PR campaign is a nervy process for companies. What can you do to make sure you avoid a PR disaster? Bob Dearsley reveals all.

Human Resources

How to work with difficult people – 9 tips to reduce office tension

Co-worker tension accounts for up to 80 per cent of all workplace difficulties, but how do you reduce tension and improve productivity?

Human Resources

3 tips from Simon Sinek on managing millennial employees

Managing millennials in the office can be tough for business owners. Here are three tips from Simon Sinek to help you manage.

Entrepreneurs

4 things every CEO needs to focus on daily to grow

Being the CEO of a company can be hard as your time is split among the different parts of the business. Here are four things you should focus on daily to see growth.