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Praseeda was Editor for GrowthBusiness.co.uk from 2016 to 2018.

Entrepreneurs

Five business giants who failed first time around

It's very rare that entrepreneurs hit the nail on the head first time; so here we look at five of the biggest names in business history and their less than auspicious beginnings.

News

Using wireless to drive your business further

Smaller business thrive on their agility, so why do so many still not embrace the kind of wireless technology that can provide it? Peter Hannah, regional director UK, Ireland & Nordics, NETGEAR explores

News

Nick Clegg 'most likely to lie in TV debates'

Liberal Democrat leader also most likely to be seen as a 'loner' and 'eccentric', report finds.

PR and Marketing Strategy

Caring is sharing: new lessons in content marketing

Increasing numbers of brands are developing their own content to share with their audience. Businesses of all sizes can similarly leverage the trust customers have in their company to share relevant, timely content.

News

Crowdcube reveals seed-funding programme for start-ups

Crowdfunding platform's latest product is aimed at pure start-ups.

News

CBI warns against post-election ‘power vacuum’

Business body sets out plan for next parliament's first 100 days in paper Best Foot Forward.

Social Media

Social media, where’s my damn return?

We are all aware of the power of social media, so why are so many still so poor at getting a return on their investment in it?

Growth Planning

Establishing a pipeline of breakthrough innovation

Innovation is key not only for starting a business but also staying ahead on the pack: so what steps can you put in place to optimise yours?

News

Resurgent Wigan open for business

In this piece, in partnership with Wigan Council, we look at the opportunities available in the heart of the Northern Powerhouse

Funding

Mind the SME funding gap

Speaking ahead of Wednesday's Budget, John Cridland, director general of the CBI, called on the next government to mind the 'financial gap' experienced by many medium-sized UK businesses.

News

Budget 2015: Mixed reaction to budget from small business groups

Some welcome investment focus but others say chancellor 'missed a trick' by not offering more support for enterprise and SMEs.

News

Strong regional investment focus in final pre-election Budget

Support for North-West, Cambridge and Midland among announcements in March Budget.