Category: blog

The risks of AI as a business owner

October 15, 2025

Within the past three years, advancement of large language models and artificial intelligence have revolutionised how we engage with the world. However, despite the rapid integration of this technology into business practices and the increase in AI-based start-ups it is essential that business owners do not become too reliant on its ‘promised’ utility. I believe it would be useful to highlight some of the drawbacks that AI can have on founders, entrepreneurs or anyone within our SME community. … More The risks of AI as a business owner

Your First Hire: Essential Steps to Hire Compliantly and Successfully

September 10, 2025

As your business grows, bringing on your first employee is an exciting milestone. However, it comes with significant responsibilities and legal obligations. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to ensure smooth transition into your new role as an employer. … More Your First Hire: Essential Steps to Hire Compliantly and Successfully

Meet Coffee Snobs: From craving great coffee to crafting it for all

July 30, 2025

Coffee Snobs is a co founded business run by two best friends who met at university. After consuming copious amounts of bad coffee to fuel late night studying they decided to do something about the whole coffee industry and start the business that they had dreamed of. … More Meet Coffee Snobs: From craving great coffee to crafting it for all

Networking for new entrepreneurs: How to work a room without breaking a sweat

July 2, 2025

When most people hear the word “networking”, they think of lukewarm coffee, name badges and awkward conversations that sound like the start of a bad sales pitch. But if you’re a new entrepreneur, networking isn’t just a dreaded social obligation – it’s your secret weapon. So, what do you do? … More Networking for new entrepreneurs: How to work a room without breaking a sweat

Sustainability: Returning to our roots and building forward

June 18, 2025

Sustainability is defined as ‘the ability to be maintained or continued at a certain rate or level’. It sounds simple – but when applied to business, leadership or life after adversity, it becomes much deeper. If you’re someone trying to build something meaningful, this could be a product, service or space – these principles of sustainability still apply. … More Sustainability: Returning to our roots and building forward

Giving refugees a chance: Why hiring displaced professionals is a smart move for your business

June 17, 2025

Rostyslava was born and raised in Ukraine and lived there until the full scale Russian invasion in 2022 forced her to leave. After actively applying for paid jobs and being left with discouraging responses it became clear to her that many employers hold strong stereotypes about refugees. Read this article to find out why hiring displaced people is not just an act of kindness – it’s a wise, strategic decision for any business. … More Giving refugees a chance: Why hiring displaced professionals is a smart move for your business

What you need to know about perfectionism as an entrepreneur

June 4, 2025

Perfectionism is the “setting of excessively high standards for performance accompanied by overly critical self evaluation.” Having high standards is not inherently bad. The trouble begins when those standards become inflexible and harmful. If you’re noticing burnout, stalled progress or reduced joy, read on. … More What you need to know about perfectionism as an entrepreneur

Embedding Sustainability: A Cornerstone for Start-up Success

April 23, 2025

Are you a start-up business founder eager to cultivate enduring growth and long-term viability? Or perhaps you are driven to gain a significant competitive edge? Then, continue reading as the article delves into how proactive sustainability integration can propel your business without straining your resources. … More Embedding Sustainability: A Cornerstone for Start-up Success

Meet Helen Kamya: Supporting charities through her sustainable fashion

March 12, 2025

The LONDON E-Business Programme provides small business across London with support to develop their digital skills. Recently, our E-Business Adviser, Corinne McGee, supported Helen Kamya with understanding how to market her sustainable gym-wear brand, Unmatched by HK. … More Meet Helen Kamya: Supporting charities through her sustainable fashion

6 reasons why markets are essential for growing your business

February 26, 2025

As a product-based business owner, it can be challenging to know where to start when you’re building your brand. One of the most effective ways to gain visibility, build confidence, and gather valuable insights is through markets and pop-ups. These events offer a wealth of opportunities, especially in the early days, and can be a key driver for growth. … More 6 reasons why markets are essential for growing your business