Our working lives have undergone significant changes post pandemic, some for the better, others for the worse. Finding the right balance of flexibility for everyone in your team is crucial.

Flexible workspaces can be an attractive option for emerging businesses, in comparison to traditional office settings. Across the UK, flexible space is experiencing a massive surge in demand.

A financial health check of your business helps track progress and the speed at which your business can achieve this. It paints a picture of the direction your business is heading in and provides a point of comparison.

In today's fast-paced digital world, standing out can be tough. Traditional marketing tactics are still useful, but let me tell you, video podcasting is a real game-changer. Here’s why every startup needs to jump on this bandwagon and build a video podcasting ecosystem.

When you run a service-led business, there are three key elements that are intrinsic to scale your business successfully and step out of the hustle culture.

After eight years in the live events industry, working from Paris to New Zealand, I’ve seen the limitations of conventional thinking firsthand. The way I work, and always have done, is by always asking the questions - Why am I doing this? What is the quickest and most effective way I can do this? How can I produce the best results whilst being cost-effective for my clients?

Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to support and improve local startup communities, driving economic growth and innovation. At Oxford Business College, we have seen first-hand the transformative impact an educational institution can have on its surroundings.

FemTech has seen an astronomical rise in recent years. Last year alone, Forbes and Dealroom reported that 2023 saw $1.14 billion raised across 120 ‘FemTech’ deals. Meanwhile, the FemTech Landscape Report estimates that by the end of 2027, the industry as a whole will be worth over $1 trillion. What does this tell us? That the opportunities for startups and investors alike is staggering.

When starting, growing or running a business, founders are often consumed with thoughts of achieving their goals, prioritising immediate actions, and envisioning the future for their organisation. However, amidst the pitch decks, investor conversations and value-add brainstorms, they may be overlooking a crucial aspect central to a business’ sustainability strategy and profitability, which may be damaging its carbon footprint: waste management.

Every few decades, new technology emerges with the promise to transform the modern business landscape. Looking back on some recent highlights, we had the Internet, we had mobile and cloud computing, we had big data and analytics. Right now, we have artificial intelligence (AI) – and it looks set to deliver on its promise.  

In the ever-evolving world of startups, the phrase "Empowered women empower women" holds profound significance. It encapsulates the spirit of mentorship, inspiration, and the transformative power of shared experiences.

I’ve worked for brands like Nike and Disney-here are the five biggest mistakes startups make with their branding.

Demand for Cloud computing skills is at an all-time high, and 59% of medium-sized enterprises purchased Cloud computing services last year.

The financial services industry has long been defined by the stability and reliability of traditional institutions such as banks and insurance companies. These organisations have built their reputations on decades (sometimes centuries) of trust, conforming to strict regulatory standards to ensure customer protection and economic stability.

The First Tier Tribunal Tax Chamber recently released rulings including the interesting case of Get Onbord Limited (GOL) vs The Commissioners for HMRC, an R&D tax relief claim. The favourable ruling for GOL has the potential to significantly reshape the R&D landscape for SMEs in the UK software development sector, steering HMRC to adopt a more inclusive and flexible approach to assessing the activities that qualify as R&D for tax purposes.  

How to step up and step away without losing control.

Let’s be real, startups have a lot on their plate from day zero. From product development and hiring to securing funding and contingency planning, there are just so many things to get through.

Businesses in the UK are increasingly seeing their margins squeezed by external factors. Cost pressures, including rising energy costs, wage inflation, and raw material price hikes, have all hit the bottom line of businesses. Meanwhile, consumer price inflation and post-COVID social shifts have significantly impacted sales patterns. All this can seriously harm a business’s ability to stay afloat in uncertain times, making the future look bleak for many business owners.

Natalie Cramp, Consultant and Strategic Advisor of commercial data solutions provider JMAN Group, explains why startups should prioritise data from day one.

James Clough is the CTO and Co-Founder of Robin AI, a legaltech startup aiming to revolutionise the legal industry through advanced AI technology. Founded with the vision of making legal services more accessible, efficient, and cost-effective, Robin AI combines machine learning algorithms with expert legal knowledge.