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Infographic: Entrepreneurs inspired on the toilet and other interesting start-up statistics

2011-12-14 11:13 - 5831 reads - 3 comments

Two fifths of entrepreneurs have come up with the idea for a business while on the toilet, new research reveals.

FSB demands small employer’s relief to slash sickness costs

2011-10-27 11:20 - 711 reads

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has called for the introduction of a small employer's relief to help businesses cope with the high cost and administrative burden of sickness absence.

An entrepreneur's guide to health and fitness

2011-10-14 09:21 - 1146 reads - 1 comment

Spending every hour of the day running your business means it's easy to neglect your health. Here are some top tips for how to stay fit and healthy.

Google to open in London's Tech City

2011-09-28 09:43 - 2189 reads

Google has signed a 10-year lease on a multi-million pound building in London’s tech city, supporting David Cameron’s plan to boost technology start-ups.

Small firms still struggling to secure loans, says Bank of England

2011-09-22 13:20 - 1541 reads - 1 comment

Small businesses are still facing obstacles in securing bank loans, with some entrepreneurs halting expansion plans as a result.

Organisations honoured for business support success

2011-09-15 10:24 - 942 reads

The National Enterprise Network has revealed the winners of its fifth annual awards during a gala dinner held in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Steve Jobs stands aside as Apple CEO

2011-08-25 10:49 - 975 reads

The co-founder of Apple Inc., has confirmed he is to step down as chief executive of the company with immediate effect.

Leadership Lessons: Steve Jobs

2011-08-25 10:00 - 11177 reads - 4 comments

With Steve Jobs announcing his resignation as Apple CEO, we revisit our analysis of what entrepreneurs can learn from the leadership style of the hugely successful businessman.

Value My Stuff's Patrick van der Vorst: Why I said yes to investment on Dragons' Den

2011-08-05 09:00 - 1928 reads

Patrick van der Vorst, Deborah Meaden and Theo Paphitis

Patrick van der Vorst, who secured a £100,000 investment for his antique valuation firm on Dragons' Den, explains why he appeared on the show and the benefits received.

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