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How to Start an Online Store in 2022

We continue to see customers embrace online shopping methods. Here’s how to start an online store of your own.

How to Promote BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later)

BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) makes it easy for merchants to offer credit to customers who don’t have credit cards. Offering BNPL can boost your business’ growth.

How to Train Summer Hospitality Staff Quickly

In summer, hospitality businesses need to take on a lot of temporary staff. Here are some tips on how to train hospitality staff quickly and effectively.

What Is Two-Factor Authentication? And How Does It Help Secure Your Business?

Online business security is more important than ever these days, as more businesses rely on cloud-based services for everything from point-of-sale to email, banking and accounting.

What Is an EORI Number and How to Get One

All GB-based businesses need an EORI number if they want to import and export goods to the EU – here’s our guide on the basics and how to get one

7 Tips To Optimise Your Restaurant Menu With Square

Your menu can be a useful tool in driving revenue and bringing new customers to your restaurant. Here are some tips on optimising your menu with Square.

11 Tips for Creating a Powerful Instagram Marketing Strategy for Your Business

Follow our tips to create an Instagram marketing strategy that helps you get followers, grow your business online and get direct sales

8 Benefits of an Online Booking System for Your Business

Online booking systems can streamline your operations, improve profitability and aid cash flow. Here’s how they can benefit your business.

Managing Supply Chain Disruptions: A Guide for Small Businesses

How this experiential drink-and-do venue manages its operations with one integrated system

“It makes life much easier that the direct integration with Square does most of the heavy lifting for us”

How to Sell at UK Summer Music Festivals

Everything you need to know about how to sell at UK summer music festivals. Advice on where to go, what to do and how to take payment.

How to Prepare Your Business for Large Sports Viewings & Gatherings

Showing live sports: the essential guide to maximising floor space in sports bars and other venues showing televised sports and live events.

How to Create an Online Marketing Strategy for your Restaurant

How businesses in the food and beverage sector can create an effective restaurant marketing plan even on the tightest of budgets.

Guide to Outdoor Dining for Restaurants

Lockdown restrictions are lifting, and outdoor dining will be popular. Follow these tips to find out how to equip your restaurant for al fresco eating.

Opening a Barbershop: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re opening a barbershop or looking into a second or third location, this guide will walk you through all the information you need to know.

Increase Online Orders Through Your Restaurant Website

Learn how to easily accept online orders to improve margins and build customer loyalty.

Signing up with Square: Tips for Success

Choosing Square is the ideal way to transform your payments process. Here’s our guide on how to onboard with Square.

How to Become a Landscape Gardener

Seven out of eight households in the UK have access to a garden, so the opportunities are plenty. Learn how to become a gardener with Square’s expertise.

How to Create Online Tutorials for Your Business

Keep up with the digital landscape and create online tutorials for your business. Benefit from brand exposure, customer satisfaction, and extra revenue.

How to Meet Increased Customer Demand as You Reopen

Customer demand is fluctuating as businesses reopen. Use these operational tips to help you keep up with increased customer demand.

How to Set Up Recurring Payments

Recurring payments help you get paid faster — and they’re always free with Square Invoices. Learn how to set up recurring payments so you get paid on time, every time.

6 Ways to Boost Business with Instagram Stories and Reels

Learn how to drive online sales and increase social media engagement with Instagram Stories and Reels. Read our guide to boost your brand with Square.

5 Ways to Get Your Products in Retail Stores

Discover how to get your products into retail stores and how to take this next step for your brand. Learn more business tips with Square.

How to Become a Wedding Planner

Learn how to become a wedding planner with our helpful guide. Discover everything you need to know about getting your brand off the ground with Square.

Is It Time to Upgrade Your Payment Hardware?

Your payment solutions need to be fast, secure and reliable. Here are seven key questions to ask if you’re thinking about upgrading your payment hardware.

Commercial Kitchen Equipment List for Quick-Service Restaurants

Building out your restaurant space is a crucial part of your business plan. Find out how best to stock it and what you need to consider with our checklist.

What Equipment Do You Need to Open Your Retail Store?

After you’ve nailed your business plan and financing, what retail equipment and supplies do you need to open your store? Here’s everything you’ll need for a smooth opening.

The Essential Bar Equipment Checklist

Setting up and running a bar can be a challenge but planning is the first key step. Find the essentials you need with our bar equipment guide.

Your Essential Salon Equipment Checklist

Here’s everything you’ll need for setting up your new salon. We’ve got you covered with the essential salon equipment and supplies checklist.

The Essential Restaurant Equipment Checklist

Thinking of opening a new restaurant? Check out this essential restaurant equipment buying guide for everything you will need to open a commercial kitchen.

How this neighbourhood wine shop and bar is embracing technology as it grows

A family run business, Franklin’s Wine is a boutique store offering a curated selection of wines from across the globe.

How to Start a Clothing Business

Do you love fashion? Then learning how to start a clothing line could be at the top of your to-do list. Find out how to start a clothing brand with Square.

Your guide to selling wholesale

Explore the ways to get involved in wholesaling and how exactly you can start selling wholesale products to retailers. Expand your brand with Square.

5 Ways to Improve Customer Omnichannel Experience

Discover 5 ways you can improve your omnichannel customer experience with Square. From getting to know your customers to investing in the latest tech.

5 Tips for Small Businesses to Achieve Zero Net Carbon Emissions

Stay ahead of trends and benefit from being more environmentally sustainable. Discover our tips for reaching zero net carbon emissions as a small business.

4 Ways to Take Payment in Professional Services

Taking secure payments is an essential part of doing business. Discover the four main ways to collect payments for your small business with Square.