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Debt Recovery In Business Is More Than A Financial Necessity
In today’s uncertain economic environment, effective debt recovery is more than just a financial necessity - it’s a strategic imperative,...

Hayley Songhurst - Senior Associate, Birketts
Sep 253 min read


Turning Point As More SMEs Unlock AI
Over a third of SMEs (35%) say they are actively using AI technology, up from 25% in 2024 – according to research by the British Chambers...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 222 min read


Gross Lending To SMEs Continues To Increase
UK Finance’s latest Business Finance Review shows that SME lending by the main high street banks increased by 8 per cent in the second...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 112 min read


Businesses Benefit From Work Ethic & Commitment From Ex Offenders
New research from the IT asset disposal company DSA Connect, which runs programmes to support prisoners in developing new work skills and...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 93 min read


Over Half Of UK Firms Delaying Investment Decisions Until After The Budget
New research from the Barclays Business Prosperity Index reveals that while two in five (43 per cent) UK businesses surveyed are...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 82 min read


How To Insure Against Cyber Attacks And Protect Your Business
Cyber attacks are no longer rare incidents — they are an everyday threat to businesses of all sizes. Recent high-profile breaches at...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 42 min read


How UK Family Firms Can Turn Their Story Into A Magnet For Customers And Talent
We’re huge believers in the power of brands. In almost 30 years of Sales and Marketing I’ve seen how new messaging can treble the...

Tim Gambrill - Co-Founder, Mighty Atoms
Aug 273 min read


Growing Your Family Business Through Acquisition
Business growth through acquisition is an increasingly popular strategy across a wide range of sectors in the UK. It offers companies the...

Roseanna Ramsey - Investment Manager, Endless LLP
Aug 183 min read


Mind The AI Gap: Why SMEs Could Risk Falling Further Behind
Many SMEs are aware of the promise of AI, but few are equipped to act. While larger companies accelerate adoption, smaller firms risk...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 123 min read


Why We Love Email, And You Should Too!
Despite widespread claims of ‘email fatigue’ amongst many marketers, effective email marketing continues to deliver results. Researchers...

Tim Gambrill - Co-Founder, Mighty Atoms
Aug 63 min read


For First Time, More Small Firms Expect To Shrink Than Grow
According to the latest report from the Federation of Small Business (FSB) the share of small businesses who said they expected their...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 283 min read


Businesses Embracing AI But Staff Fears Of Job Losses Remain
New research from Uswitch business savings experts reveals that small business owners are either optimistic (34%) or supportive (37%)...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 103 min read


This Is Why Your Business Name Matters
“Your business name is more than a label – it’s your first impression. The right name builds trust and sets you apart, while the wrong...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 243 min read


Economics Needs A Radical Reset To Become Truly Sustainable
Sustainability must form the core of economic theory and policy, rather than being an afterthought in order to have any chance at making...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 183 min read


Painting, Decorating & Sustainability At Bagnalls
Despite various environmental initiatives within the painting industry to help recycle plastic and metal paint packaging, a high...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Apr 253 min read


UK Businesses Optimistic About International Expansion
Research reveals strong international growth outlook for UK businesses amid global trade complexities, with Europe ranked as the most...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Mar 252 min read


Cash Is King But Is Working Capital Queen In A Family Business
Working capital is the capital of a business, which is used in it’s day-to-day trading operations, calculated as the current assets minus...

Sarah-Jane Murphy, AAB Business Advisory Director
Mar 55 min read


CEOs Undeterred By Uncertain Business Landscape
CEO optimism strengthens, although 43% say they won’t fully achieve transformation goals. 56% of global CEOs expect to actively pursue...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Feb 33 min read


Industrial Strategy Is A Game Changer For British Manufacturers
Britain’s manufacturers believe the introduction of an industrial strategy will be a game changer for increasing investment and boosting...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jan 134 min read


A Guide To Employee Ownership Trusts
An Employee Ownership trust ('EOT') is a special form of trust that holds shares in a company on behalf of its employees. It facilitates...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 14, 20244 min read
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