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Start Up Loans Social Media Toolkit

Discover how to us social media for your start-up with our toolkit. Learn how to increase brand awareness, engage your audience, and drive website traffic.

Overcoming key obstacles as an older entrepreneur

All entrepreneurs face challenges, but they don't have to be business breakers. We look at specific challenges for older entrepreneurs and how to tackle them.

Finding funding as an older entrepreneur

Read our guide for older entrepreneurs on how to fund a new start-up business – from options to funding suitability.

How to start a cake business from home

Discover how you can turn your passion for baking into a thriving enterprise with our comprehensive guide on starting a home cake business.

How to start a florist business

Discover our comprehensive guide to starting a florist business, from high street shops to specialist services.

What are company values and why do they matter?

Defining your company values can help your business win customers and achieve long-term success. Discover how they work with this guide.

Challenges for young entrepreneurs and how to overcome them

There are many hurdles that entrepreneurs must overcome when starting a new business. Find out how to overcome them with our guide.

Self Assessment – understanding payments on account

Discover how payments on account can help new business owners complete their Self Assessment tax returns.

Employment Allowance for start-ups explained

Find out how you can claim up to £5,000 off your National Insurance contributions by registering for Employment Allowance.

Making business finance work for you

Read our guide on which business finance products can help you improve your business, no matter what business challenge you're up against.

How to reduce the risks of overtrading

Overtrading can cause cash flow issues and impact your start-up. Learn to spot the signs of overtrading and get ideas for actions to take.

Understanding business growth – strategies for start-ups

Looking to grow your start-up? Learn about business growth strategies and ideas for scaling your new business.

What documents do you need to apply for a business loan?

Looking to secure funding for your start-up? You'll need to supply these documents when starting the application process.

24 business ideas for 2024

Discover why 2024 is the perfect time to begin your start-up journey, and find out how you can get started.

Why 2025 is the year to start your own business

Discover why 2025 is the perfect time to begin your start-up journey, and find out how you can get started.

Why veterans can make good entrepreneurs

Are you a military veteran that's thinking about starting your own business? You might already have the skills needed to succeed.

What is ‘social value’ and how can it help your start-up win customers?

Discover why a positive social value can boost your business prospects and discover how you can get started.

Employee induction – key steps for onboarding staff

Discover how your start-up can successfully onboard recruits and help them thrive in their new job.