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Life After the £100K Launchpad: How Letterbox Cocktails is Raising the Bar
Building with the Right Support One of the most powerful outcomes of the Launchpad has been the calibre of support Letterbox Cocktails has gained access to. The Institute of Directors (IoD), for examp …
It Never Turns Out How You Think It Will
The truth is, businesses don't take shape overnight. I've been working on JSO for two years, and we're still figuring things out every single day. Yet that's perfectly normal- most successful companie …
Everything you need to know about the updates on the Employment Bills Act - without the jargon
Here's a quick, jargon-free breakdown of what you need to know: What will be coming in April 2026: Doubling of the protective award for collective redundancies (good news: This only applies if you're …
Why Payroll Should be a Strategic Priority for Growing SMEs
Payroll: Not Just a “Tick-Box” Task It's easy to see payroll as a routine process: calculating wages, deducting taxes, and ensuring employees are paid on time. However, for growing businesses, payroll …
Financial Red Flags that Sink Startups
It's not the most exciting topic on your to-do list, but ignoring the warning signs in your finances is a surefire way to watch your startup sink before it even sets sail. Why financial red flags matt …
New Laws Aim to Stop 38 Daily SME Closures
That staggering figure highlights the devastating reality of late payments, which continue to cripple small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the country. According to recent data, this issue …
UK Investment Boom
Business Investment Reaches New Heights UK business investment demonstrated impressive momentum in Q1 2025, with a robust 3.9% quarterly increase. More encouraging still, investment levels are 6.1% hi …
Social Media Strategies That Drive Real Business Growth in 2025
Understanding Your Audience First Before diving into content creation, successful businesses invest time in understanding their target audience across different platforms. Each social media channel at …
Breaking Barriers and Building Empires
The Strategic Catalyst Samanah Duran isn't just another business consultant—she's a strategic catalyst who understands the specific challenges women face when transitioning from six-figure to seven-fi …
Game-Changer for UK SMEs: £6.6bn British Business Bank Investment Signals New Era of Growth Support
Breaking Down the Numbers The scale of this investment cannot be understated. At £6.6 billion, this capital injection dwarfs previous government business support initiatives and signals a fundamental …
Where did BrewDog's Punk Go?
BrewDog has always thrived on being the outsider - the brand that crashed the party, turned up the volume, and made craft beer cool again. But with their latest rebrand in 2025, it feels like the punk …
The Hottest Topic in Retail: Hailey Bieber lands $1 billion deal for her beauty brand with just 10 products
In a move that's turning heads across the retail and beauty worlds, Rhode, the minimalist skincare brand founded by Hailey Bieber, has been acquired by e.l.f. Beauty — one of the most recognizable nam …
2025's Game Changer Every Business Can Benefit From
The Future Still Runs on Human Skills The World Economic Forum lists creativity, leadership and emotional intelligence as the most important skills for the next five years. These are all uniquely huma …
Inside Canva's Latest AI-Powered Update
Canva's New AI Features: A Game-Changer for Creators in 2025 Canva has just unveiled its most ambitious update yet: Visual Suite 2.0, introducing a powerful suite of AI features that are set to redefi …
The Biggest UK Business Trends in 2025
Biggest Business Trends in the UK: What You Need to Know in 2025 The UK business landscape is evolving rapidly in 2025, shaped by technological innovation, economic challenges, and shifting consumer e …
How and why you should diversify your marketing strategy
Marketing is an ever-evolving field, and businesses that rely on a single marketing strategy risk missing out on key opportunities. Diversifying your marketing approach ensures you reach a broader aud …
Business Tax: What You Need to Know
As a business owner, understanding your tax obligations is crucial for financial success and compliance. Whether you're a sole trader, partnership, or limited company, navigating the complex world of …
The Rise of Alcohol-Free Drinks in the UK
The Rise of Alcohol-Free Drinks in the UK If you've been out in the UK recently, you've probably noticed a big change on the drinks menu. Alcohol-free options are no longer just an afterthought, they' …
8 Ways to Generate Pre-Event Hype with Content Marketing
When it comes to trade shows and events, generating excitement before the doors even open can make a huge difference in your success! Effective pre-event marketing gets your audience engaged and ensur …
Starting a Side Hustle
Increasing numbers of us are looking for ways to make some extra money. The number of side hustlers is soaring. Whether you are turning a passion, skill or expertise into a money-earner, running a sid …
The 50th Edition's Post-Show Press Release
A key highlight of the show was the focus on fresh ideas and innovation across a wide range of industries. Exhibitors went all out with interactive and inventive concepts designed to help businesses i …
3 Social Media Tactics Every Business Owner Needs to Know to Scale Effectively
3 Social Media Tactics Every Business Owner Needs to Know to Scale Effectively   1. Paid Ads Paid ads help you reach the right audience and grow faster. With platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Li …
Solving Your Sole Trader Questions
Setting up a sole trader business is incredibly popular. There are more than 4.1 million sole traders in the UK and they account for more than 74% of all private businesses in the UK. If you are think …
Businettes Expands to the UK: Empowering Female Entrepreneurs in London
This event marks a major step for Businettes, the largest community for female founders across Germany and France, now reaching over 4,000 members. Our mission is to empower women entrepreneurs with i …
Sunflower Nursery Blooms with 25% Growth in Admissions
The Sunflower Childcare Group, an early-years education provider based in Greater Manchester, has seen its admissions grow by 25% and its 2026 waiting list expand following the development of its lead …
WE ARE AWARD WINNERS
Business Show Media is thrilled to announce that, following our finalist shortlisting at the EN Awards, we have won both the Employer of the Year 2024 as well as the ‘Significant Contribution to the S …
SEO is changing and Google AI is here – is your business adapting online?
If you aren't currently investing in SEO, it's likely that it's been a part of your marketing strategy at some stage in the past. Whether you're B2B or ecommerce, an SME or enterprise, regardless, the …
3 Strategies to Stand Out and Scale Your Business on Instagram
  Instagram can feel overwhelming – everyone's showing up, but how many are really making an impact? If you're serious about growing your business, it's time to stand out. Here are three strategies to …
How Verified Supplier Networks Can Benefit Local Businesses
As businesses adapt to changing market conditions, finding reliable suppliers has become more crucial. Many companies are looking towards local suppliers to build dependable supply chains, but a key c …
How a Strategic Approach to People and Culture Can Boost Business Success
How a Strategic Approach to People and Culture Can Boost Business Success For long-term business success, a strong people and culture strategy is crucial. Investing in your team's wellbeing, developme …
7 Expert Tips To Pitch Your Business from the UK's Leading Pitch Expert
7 Expert Tips To Pitch Your Business from the UK's Leading Pitch Expert, Chelsey Baker As the 50th edition of The Business Show approaches, so does the exciting opportunity to pitch to win an incredib …
Enhance Skills, Drive Growth: Build a CPD Strategy for Your Business
In today's rapidly changing business landscape, it can be easy to fall behind the times. This is why it's crucial that business owners implement comprehensive CPD strategies to remain competitive and …
7 Tips for Reducing Your Business Tax and Increasing Cash Flow
Jeff owns a PR company with a turnover of around £500,000. Over the years, he's seen his company go from strength to strength, with increased revenues and a significantly larger workforce. To date, Je …
Free Membership of Your Business Community
At Your Business Community (YBC), we understand the challenges faced by small business owners. As a leading, nationwide organisation representing and supporting thousands of small businesses, we invit …
EN AWARDS PRESS RELEASE
As we proudly step into our fourth year as Business Show Media, we are beyond excited to announce that we've been shortlisted as finalists in multiple categories at the prestigious EN Indy Expo & Awar …
Vision to Victory: Securing the £100k Package for Your Small Business
What's Your Story? To make your business idea stand out, highlight its story. Define the problem you're solving, present your unique solution, and discuss the impact you aim to achieve. Sharing your p …
The 50th Edition: Why This Year's Event Is a Must-Attend
With free admission, our event features exciting keynote speakers from major household brands like DELL, Hilton, LinkedIn, Google and Tesco, as well as our iconic speed networking concept, interactive …
Inside Scoop: 5 Habits That Will Propel Communication Within Your SME
Active Listening  Though it might seem obvious, one of the most powerful communication habits is to listen actively without immediately jumping in with a response. Encourage your team to practice 'act …
Labour's Small Business Initiatives
Now that the dust has settled and we have the results of the 2024 general election, many of us may be thinking about how a Labour government will affect small businesses and business owners. Can we ex …
Sometimes It Feels Like We're Juggling Flaming Swords While Riding a Unicycle
As business owners, we set out with amazing dreams and hopes of being THE master of our own business destiny. We envision building a thriving business, with customers queued for miles, shouting from t …
The Power of Storytelling in Building a Brand
As cognitive beings, we are naturally drawn to something that gives us a sense of familiarity - something we feel as though we relate to and can resonate with. From an evolutionary perspective, people …
Press Release: The International Franchise Show Expands with Co-Located Zone at The Business Show
In a significant advancement for the franchise community, we are pleased to announce the addition of a November edition of The International Franchise Show. This new edition, branded as The Franchise …
Why Terms and Conditions Are Essential for Your Business
When you are starting a business it is easy to forget about things like terms and conditions. Even though they might seem dull, terms and conditions are essential for any business to succeed. Here is …
Building Your Brand Identity: Tips for New Businesses to Stand Out in a Competitive Market
Developing a brand identity requires more than the logo and colours you use. It is a multi-disciplinary strategic effort that encompasses everything that supports your overall business goals and makes …
Mental Health and Wellbeing for Entrepreneurs
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is an exhilarating experience filled with opportunities and possibilities, but also challenges and obstacles. It requires huge commitment and perseverance, whi …
From Local to Global: Expanding Your Talent Pool with Best in Jobs
In today's interconnected world that embraces the power of globalisation, businesses are no longer confined by geographical boundaries. With advancements in technology and digital communication, compa …
Navigating International Talent Acquisition: Partner with a Result-oriented Agency that Guarantees Success
In today's hyper-competitive global business landscape, organisations are constantly exploring ways to remain innovative and agile. In the dynamic fields of healthcare and hospitality, where exception …
Unlocking Global Talent: Why Employers Should Partner with Our Overseas Recruitment Agency
In today's fiercely competitive business landscape, securing top talent is crucial for staying ahead of the curve. However, finding the right candidates, especially from overseas, can be a daunting ta …
The Rise of Female Entrepreneurs
In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the number of female entrepreneurs making significant strides in various industries. Breaking through traditional barriers, these women are redefi …
8 Key Skills That Virtual Assistants Need
A virtual assistant is one of the best jobs for those who need flexibility and assurance. Working in that field can include any number of different tasks. All of them are expected of you, with maximum …
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