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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.

Entrepreneurs

6 top tips on how to manage your staff – avoiding common mistakes

For those of you who struggle to manage your staff, we have put together six top tips that are sure to boost team productivity.

Human Resources

From Baby Boomers to Generation Z: What does each generation offer business?

With Generation Z on the brink of joining the UK workforce, which generation can offer your business the best results.

Opinion

Why your reputation is one of your most important assets

Managing your businesses reputation can be tough for new business leaders, but managing expectations and reputation is important.

Human Resources

How video content can drive employee engagement

As an entrepreneur, keeping your staff engaged is pivotal to the success of your company. Here is how video content can help you.

Human Resources

Is today the day you ask your boss to do some f******* work?

A new campaign today launched by Digital Mums looks to dispel the stigma surrounding flexible working for Britain's staff.

Alternative Finance for Business

A Dragon’s top three fundraising tips

For businesses and entrepreneurs, finding the right funding can be tricky. Find out what dragon, Jenny Campbell thinks are the best fundraising options.

Financial Management

Private equity – driving real value in investor relationships

Here, Ryan Hawley, partner and private equity specialist at law firm Mills & Reeve, finds out how to discover the perfect investor.

Entrepreneurs

Is London the best place in the country for entrepreneurs?

According to new data from NatWest’s Entrepreneurship Monitor, London is seen as the best place in the country to start a new business.

Technology

Should you be worried about being replaced by a robot?

New research looks at the way technology is changing the workplace and analyses if workers should fear for their jobs.

Technology

Exciting tech innovation start-ups you should be aware of

Technology has become part of today's modern business. Innogy's Kate Jack explores the biggest tech innovations of 2017

PR and Marketing Strategy

Pharma and biotech: Are you marketing your products in the right way?

Knowing how to market a product or service isn't always something that comes naturally but is a pivotal part of your business.

Human Resources

Do you set a good lunchtime example for your staff?

New research looks into the importance of lunchtime in the office and how bosses are not setting a good example for their staff.