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- Innovation
- Tips
06 January 2025
Simple steps to stay innovative as you grow your small business
It's not all just about AI and robotics. Innovation is about finding fresh ways to solve problems, improve efficiency, and deliver more value to customers.
- Employer resources
- Tips
06 January 2025
A small business guide to inclusivity and diversity
For small businesses, fostering an inclusive environment can lead to better decision-making and a stronger connection with a diverse customer base. Here’s how to cultivate inclusivity and diversity in your business.
- Innovation
02 January 2025
Innovation: where to start
Innovation does not have to involve a major breakthrough in technology. It can be as simple as upgrading a customer service procedure, adding a new channel to your marketing strategy or enhancing an existing product.
- Case study
- Funding
12 December 2024
Birmingham fashion brand HADES secures funding to help take American market by storm
HADES, famed for its celeb-loved knitwear, secures funding to expand into the US, boosting local craftsmanship and exports.
- Sales
- Tips
21 November 2024
Unlocking sales success
Highlights from our webinar - Unlocking Sales Success - for you to take away and apply to your own business.
- Case study
- Sustainability
20 November 2024
Fast-growing brewery among hundreds of businesses getting help to be more energy efficient
Attic Brew is reducing carbon emissions and saving £30K/year with WMCA-backed energy grants.
- Marketing
- Tips
20 November 2024
Top tips for using LinkedIn to grow your business
Practical tips to make the most of LinkedIn for your business.
- Marketing
- Tips
20 November 2024
5 reasons to use LinkedIn to grow your business
With over 41 million UK users and 70% of B2B buyers using LinkedIn to inform purchasing decisions, it’s a space that business owners can no longer afford to overlook.