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

Human Resources

Do job descriptions matter when delegating?

Speaking to other business owners, Gemma Harding, head of corporate services at CALLCARE, explores how you can avoid the ‘that’s not my job’ response from employees and delegate tasks effectively.

Growth Planning

Partyman James Sinclair on growing his entertainment business

James Sinclair, owner of Partyman and founder of the Entrepreneur’s Network speaks to GrowthBusiness on the ups and downs of starting up.

Technology

Why the self-service revolution hinges on common sense

Common sense is just as vital to a successful business as implementing the latest technology. Dr Mark Goldspink, CEO of The ai Corporation, explains why the self-service revolution starts here.

Human Resources

3 ways Uber can transform a toxic work culture

Stefan Wissenbach, founder and CEO of Engagement Multiplier outlines three ideas for Uber to transform its currently toxic work culture, which risks alienating female talent.

Legislation and Regulation

Is the Taylor Review a step in the right direction?

Excello Law's Karen Coleman dissects the Taylor Review and what it means for the gig economy.

Growth Planning

Christmas in July: How to prepare for a record-breaking holiday season

OFX's Jake Trask highlights tips for e-commerce start-ups in planning ahead for a successful Christmas.

Venture Capital Funding

Receipt Bank raises $50m series B funding from Insight Venture Partners

The funding boost will allow the company to further develop its patent-pending bookkeeping automation technologies, including an investment into artificial intelligence.

Human Resources

Why over half of UK employees prefer flexi-time over bonuses

It’s flexi-time! A study finds motivating employees through flexible hours, not bonuses, is key to business success.

Human Resources

Why BBC’s gender pay gap is a warning for all businesses

Data released today shows a definite pay gap between top BBC male and female presenters. Only a third of the 96 staff members earning over £150k are female and, of the top ten highest earners there is only one woman.

Human Resources

The average UK ‘lunch hour’ is just 34 minutes: How can employers change this?

The average worker in Britain now takes just 34 minutes for their lunch break with over half skipping their lunch break completely. Here's what employers can do.

Human Resources

What the UK can learn from Ireland when it comes to procurement skills development

The UK can learn a lesson from Ireland in procurement skills development, according to recruitment firm, 1st Executive.

Banking

20 fintechs make the cut for £5m open banking prize fund

Nesta's Open Up Challenge, a £5 million prize fund, announces 20 top fintechs. The challenge aims to inspire the creation of next-generation services, apps and tools designed for the UK’s five million small businesses.