Welcome to our Business Launchpad
All the resources entrepreneurs need to succeed whether starting a new business, growing an existing one and everything in between.
We’re here to help with practical guides and tips on starting and running your business.
Starting and running a new business is always a challenge. There are all sorts of important questions you need to answer. Do you side-hustle or commit to being a full-time entrepreneur?
How do you actually go about legally starting a small business? How do you write an effective business plan? (What even is a business plan?) There are many more questions you need to answer. The good news is that help is available.
Our business launchpad is a complete business guide for new entrepreneurs. In fact, it may even help entrepreneurs with some experience.
Whatever questions you have about setting up a small business, our business guide explains the key points in simple terms. You’ll also find other useful resources. There’s even guidance on growing your small business into a larger one.
Information at any stage.
1. Research and plan your business
2. Start and launch your business
3. Manage and operate your business
4. Grow and expand your business
We help businesses to succeed – on your own terms
Square is a whole lot more than just a fast, simple and affordable way to take payments. With Square, entrepreneurs have access to a whole suite of tools for all kinds of business needs (and wants) such as scheduling software, gift cards, payment hardware, invoicing and much more.
Common FAQs
A market analysis is an in-depth study of a specific market sector. It aims to determine whether or not there is demand for a product or service. The three key elements of an effective market analysis are: analysis of the customer base, competitor analysis and analysis of the market’s driving forces.
Learn more in our guide: Defining Market Analysis: How to Do Market Research
A business plan sets out what your business wants to achieve and details how you intend to achieve it. Business plans are not legal documents. They are, however, often vital for securing financing. Both lenders and investors need to be reassured that you have a viable plan for success.
Learn more in our guide: How to Create a Business Plan
The legal form you choose for your business has significant implications for how it operates. In particular, it determines how its taxes are assessed. It also determines whether or not an individual can be held personally liable for the business’s obligations.
Read on more in: Guide to Business Entities in the UK: How to Choose a Structure Right for You
All businesses have a real-world location. Even online businesses have staff, infrastructure and inventory. Many businesses need or at least want their business location to be close to their customer base. We explain your options and how to choose the right one for your business.
Learn more in our guide: How to Find and Choose a Location for Your Business
Successfully launching a new business is all about preparation. Much of this is administration. For example, you need to register for taxes, open a bank account and (probably) obtain business licences. You also need to have solid operational processes in place and a robust marketing strategy.
Resources to keep you up to date and on top
It’s your business. We just want to help you keep doing it.
How Square works
Square connects all sides of your business with easy-to-use tools designed to give you time to focus on what you do best.
Business types
Square business software offers solutions that are essential for all business types, no matter what shape or size.
Compare Square
Learn more about how Square stacks up against other payment providers and business solution tools.