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Simon Daniel
Let’s restart the century
It’s a new year, new decade and the UK is stumbling out of recession. It’s...
Business Leaders
Silicon savvy
It is easy to forget some of the fantastic successes and innovations that entrepreneurs have created over the past decade, writes Simon Cook, CEO of venture capital firm DFJ Esprit.
Choosing a national base
David Evans, CEO of business consultancy Grass Roots, explains why he decided to put down roots outside London.
From manager to leader
What qualities does it take to go from being a successful and efficient business manager to a powerful and inspiring business leader? We ask entrepreneurs and experts for their views.
Achieving Growth
Adam Stafford: lessons learned
Five years ago Adam Stafford’s web design agency Fresh Egg was on the brink of bankruptcy. Now the business has sales of over £2 million and Dragons’ Den star James Caan recently joined as chairman.
Destination infinity
In business, some people really do reach for the stars. Simon Cook, chief executive of venture capital firm DFJ Esprit, explores what happens when an entrepreneur's ambition is truly limitless.
Lessons learned: Michael Norton
Paypoint.net managing director Michael Norton reflects on setting up a fresh pasta business and running a pineapple factory in Costa Rica.
Exit Strategies
Ten ways to maximise the value of your business
Conventional wisdom states that business owners preparing their company for an exit should concentrate on growing profits.
Pre-packs aren't all bad
Pre-pack deals, in which a buyer is lined up before a struggling business goes into administration, have been given a bad press of late. David Moore, a partner at business recovery firm Begbies Traynor, argues that this is unjustified.
Wake up to reality
If you think your company is still valued at last year’s prices, then you'll need to think again. GrowthBusiness looks at what your business might be worth in today's credit crunched M&A market.
Wealth Management
Family fortunes
In tough trading conditions, family businesses are stealing a march on struggling rivals. GB examines how families generate and manage their wealth.
It's a giving thing
While FTSE 100 companies undertake worthy CSR programmes, the collective efforts of growing businesses can make a bigger difference. Here, owner-managers reveal what they do for good causes.
Going off-piste: Andrew Foyle
Andrew Foyle was one of the few entrepreneurs to make a fortune before the dotcom bubble burst. Now he’s building a new business, as well as a chalet in the Alps. GrowthBusiness meets him.
Enterprise-class e-commerce for mid-sized businesses
Online shopping has become ubiquitous and has changed customers' expectations. But how can mid-sized companies tackle e-commerce?
View now the ATG webinar with Forrester Research to find out how enterprise-class e-commerce can work for you. Click here to find out more
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Entrepreneurship at London Business School
Develop your entrepreneurial capabilities with London Business School’s Entrepreneurship programmes. For innovators and investors, the Growing your Business and Financing the Entrepreneurial Business programmes allow you to build upon your skills, and provide you with the knowledge and frameworks to maximise your business opportunities. Find out more.
Research
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What should an AIM company pay its CEO or FD?
What should a non-executive director or chairman expect to be paid?
What benchmarks should AIM remuneration committee members be using when
setting pay?
VCT Special Report 2009
This reports principle aim is to provide business owners seeking funding with information about the amount of funds that VCTs have to invest.
Cash Shells Special Report 2009
A comprehensive overview of cash shells on AIM and PLUS, companies that have become a significant feature on the market landscape.
White Papers
Acing the Interview: How to Ask and Answer the Questions That Will Get You the Job! - Free Book Summary
Know in ten minutes what takes others hours to learn, and keep up with the latest trends in the industry.
Area Development
Is an economic development magazine that provides information on site selection and facility planning to executive readers involved with company plans for expansions or relocation.
Barclays Business Start Up Account
Everything you need in one place from help with planning to getting more customers, to FREE seminars and a credit checking service to help you get paid quicker. Plus, up to 2 years FREE banking (conditions apply). Apply online
iPhone 3GS is now on Vodafone
iPhone is full of great features to help you do more, and do it faster. With easy set-up, instant email, first-class web browsing and thousands of business applications, the iPhone 3GS is ready to go to work. Discover the ultimate tool for business today.
Post Office® Business Insurance
At Post Office®, we can find cover for up to 95% of businesses. Tell us your renewal date today and you could win business insurance free for a year. Terms and conditions apply. Visit: www.postoffice.co.uk/businessinsurance
Forrester Research: Telecommuting and Your Bottom Line
This new Forrester white paper explores how implementing best practices to create a telecommuting programme and standardised policy significantly reduces operational costs and increases employee productivity — a winning combination in a tough economy. Click here
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Choose from 3 great Start-up packages offering a range of business and banking solutions, from cashflow management software (QuickBooks or Sage) to VAT management solution. Plus, up to 2 years FREE banking (conditions apply). Apply online.
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Blogs
Simon Daniel
Let’s restart the century
Jan 27 2010It’s a new year, new decade and the UK is stumbling out of recession.
Chris Ingram
Working smarter
Oct 13 2009One of the things most frequently overlooked by young entrepreneurs is the scalability of their venture.
Videos
Meeting menaces: The Waffler
More tips from John Cleese, who reveals how to stop a waffler in full flow.
Meeting menaces: The Interruptor
John Cleese reveals how to deal with serial interruptors without giving in or getting into a fight.
Meeting menaces: The Dominator
Some advice from John Cleese about how to deal with people who throw their weight around in meetings.
Events Calendar
Rosenblatt New Energy Awards 2010
25th February, Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD
Store
AIM Guide 2009/2010
The 2009/2010 AIM Guide contains essential information for anyone interested in the Alternative Investment Market.
Business XL
Business XL is written by leaders for leaders. The magazine is a fountain of inside information and knowledge, which can only be delivered by people who have started, bought and grown their own business.
M&A Magazine
M&A Magazine is the leading mid-market monthly corporate finance publication in the UK.
