On course for business growth »
Running a successful plumbing and heating company involves more than just being skilled on the tools, which is why the Association of …
To buy or not to buy? »
Investment in new equipment is usually a costly venture, so deciding between an outright buy or a long term lease is an …
Dealing with discipline problems »
Disciplining an employee for bad behaviour on the job is never a pleasant task, but it is one that most people in …
Cracking the social media puzzle »
Using social media channels to help promote your business can be a daunting prospect for those who prefer more traditional means of …
Travel time could be earning time »
In a well-publicisied decision, the European Court of Justice ruled that travelling to the first and last appointments of a working day …
Making criminal record checks »
What should you do if you suspect that a prospective employee might have a criminal record? Have you got a right to …
The impact of the latest budget »
George Osborne’s summer budget could have implications for any small business that is weighing up the benefits of becoming incorporated. Jason Piper …
Rogue customers and other headaches of the trade »
Providing insight into the relationship between tradesmen and their customers is a survey of some 1000 homeowners, carried out by Powered Now.
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Clarity on Employers’ Liability insurance »
Employers are required by law to have adequate Employers’ Liability insurance, but what constitutes an employee? Ron Berry, MD of Courtprice Limited, …
