Nobody can predict the future, but you can prepare for it effectively. One area in which the small business community falls behind government and big businesses is in the utilisation of futures and foresight. … More Is your SME fit for the future?
Running a business from your kitchen table, spare room or favourite café isn’t just possible – it’s the new normal. Whether you’re building a side hustle, relaunching your career or expanding an established venture, these tips will help you market with clarity, stay visible and reduce overwhelm. … More How to Grow Your Business From Your Laptop: Practical Tips for Time‑Poor Entrepreneurs
Three years ago, I quietly registered a limited company. Not for tax reasons. Not for optics. As a promise to myself: This is not a hobby. This is my life’s work. Here’s what three years of building Ikonology has really taught me. … More Six lessons I learned after registering a limited company
2025 saw some major cybersecurity incidents hit the headlines and although we cannot undo the impact that these attacks had – we can learn from these incidents and inform the cybersecurity community on what actions we should all be taking to prevent and protect ourselves and our businesses. … More Strengthening Cyber Readiness
This article offers a practical method to identify where to incorporate AI in your work, provides an overview of AI applications in common business areas and assesses what changes to expect and what will remain the same. … More AI for Small Businesses: Using It Across Your Business Without Losing the Human Touch
This is the real story of how an investment banking professional-turned-founder in London used AI, SEO-driven visibility and a strategic personal brand to become AI-visible and why that shift matters for every small business owner reading this … More From invisible to AI-visible: how I turned pivots into a platform
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
In today’s hyper-competitive digital world, having a social media presence isn’t enough. Start-ups and SMEs that succeed aren’t the ones posting randomly, they are the ones that build a strategy with purpose, creativity, and data-driven insights. … More Why start-ups and SMEs need a social media strategy in 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
Hear from Sunil Khosla, the founder of Sahiba Jewels who has been a small business owner since 1988. He talks about the highs and lows of running his business over the years, and the support he’s received from the LONDON E-Business Programme. … More Meet Sunil Khosla: Jewellery business owner since 1988
A strong brand is crucial for business success. It sets you apart, builds trust, fosters loyalty, and drives repeat business. It enhances the perceived value of your offerings and enables recognition. Investing in a strong brand will enhance differentiation and resilience in the ever-changing market dynamics. … More Why Your Brand Is Your Greatest Business Asset
In today’s business environment, technology plays a vital role in ensuring that our data is accessible and secure. Resilience is becoming increasingly important to avoid hardware failures, cyberattacks, and human errors that can result in losing important business documents, sensitive financial records, and operational disruption. … More Putting an Emphasis on Data Protection While Celebrating World Backup Day
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