Swimming has always been a huge part of my life. As a teenager, I competed in butterfly at a high level, representing the British youth squad and the South African national team. Butterfly is not just physically tough; it is also one of the most mentally demanding strokes.

Before you say ‘we’re not ready for PR’ – read this!

Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, once said: “If I were down to my last two dollars, I’d spend one on PR.” That sentence reveals a truth many early-stage entrepreneurs need to realise. Communication doesn’t start when you become successful. It is a strategic instrument that helps you reach the pathway forward – not a reward for later.

Virgin Red has announced a new transfer partnership with Capital on Tap, enabling small business owners to convert their Capital on Tap Rewards Points into Virgin Points – unlocking access to flights, hotels, cruises, unique experiences, and more on Virgin Red and Flying Club.

Why am I invisible?

Most startups are convinced their product is unique. And we don’t doubt they are. They also believe everyone must know about it. So, they pitch them to top-tier journalists. And … nothing happens. Often a radio silence. Crickets. Many ask me, why?

Contributing $ 5 billion from stock-option withholding for the top four companies alone, and employing circa 1.7 million people, the Silicon Valley represents 13.1% of California’s overall GDP. It’s hardly surprising then that so many government and policy makers are wrecking their brains on trying to emulate its success back home, in the UK, in Europe and anywhere else in the world.

Once again AllBright everywoman has gathered a group of exceptionally talented women from across the breadth of the UK to recognise their hard work, talent, and dedication at the 2025 Tide everywoman Entrepreneur Awards, in association with BGF, the UK’s longest-running programme celebrating female founders.

It’s a common workplace story: December hits, and suddenly the office turns into a ghost town of checked-out employees chasing holiday cheer over deadlines. But let's challenge that myth head-on.

A new study conducted by researchers at Warwick Business School has revealed significant insights into the gender finance gap in startup funding, shedding light on how biases influence investment decisions.

For all the talk about the golden opportunity presented by AI, the government has just published a report that confirms what many of us have known for years. The country’s biggest obstacle to unlocking AI’s potential isn’t innovation or, dare I say it, ‘investment’, but a lack of talent.

2026 is shaping up to be a complex year for employment laws and regulations affecting small businesses. Founders are expected to be proactive and ready for changes across several legal areas, including corporate transparency, employment law reform, and evolving technology regulation.

As the UK continues to position itself as a global hub for technology and innovation, two immigration routes stand out for founders, engineers, and digital specialists seeking to build their careers or businesses in the country: the UK Global Talent Visa and the Innovator Founder Visa.

In less than two and a half years, the University of Bristol has launched 12 social venture spin-outs, each one rooted in academic insight and driven by societal purpose.

In the high-stakes world of startups, a deeply ingrained myth persists: stay silent until you have something monumental to announce. This ‘stealth mode’ philosophy suggests that premature exposure risks tipping off competitors or revealing imperfections before a product is market-ready.

Trying to define what it means to be a challenger brand is a bit of a paradox. Once upon a time, it was simple – challengers were the scrappy underdogs shaking up slow-moving industries. But today, the idea of being a challenger is more nuanced. It’s not just about taking on the big players; it’s about thinking differently, acting boldly, and staying true to the values that made you stand out in the first place – even as you grow.

As we approach the end of 2025, managing stress and prioritising mental wellbeing in the workplace is essential for both individuals and organisations. End-of-year deadlines, performance reviews, planning for the year ahead, and the excitement (and pressure) of the festive season can place additional strain on individuals and teams.