Business Resource Centre

Smash N' Slide, West London

Zubair and Shanaz started Smash N’ Slide in 2020 despite the many additional challenges the year threw at them. Their West London smash burger business has gone from strength to strength, fueled by passion, creativity and plenty of hard work.

How to Successfully Onboard New Employees

You’ve found the perfect candidate to fill a role. So, what now? Use this checklist to create an effective onboarding process for your new hire.

How to Start an Online Store

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

The Deli Downstairs, Hackney

We spoke to Sophie Taylor, owner of the Deli Downstairs, about how she came to own the deli, the local community in Hackney, what changes the deli made to best serve its customers during ongoing lockdowns, and her advice for other small business owners.

How to Create a Business Plan

A step-by-step guide on how to write a business plan.

What You Need to Know About Pop-Up Restaurants

If you’re thinking about starting a pop-up restaurant, read this.

Everything You Need to Know to Get Started With Instagram for Your Business

Instagram is a great way to advertise your products and services to potential and existing customers in a way that gets them excited about engaging with your business. Here’s everything you need to know to get started with Instagram for your business.

Competitor Analysis: A Definition and Guide

How to do a competitor analysis and why it’s important for your business

How to Choose the Right Pricing Strategy for Your Business

A list of the most common pricing strategies, along with why they might work (or not) for your business.

How to Open a Pop-up Shop

Thinking about opening a pop-up shop? Here’s everything you need to know to get your mobile location open.

Good as Gold, Brockley

We caught up with Good as Gold’s Tom and Anthony to hear about opening a new location during challenging times, and how they’ve adapted their business during lockdown.

What is Drop Shipping?

Drop shipping is a popular inventory method online businesses are implementing. Learn about how drop shipping works and decide if it’s right for your business.

How to Start a Retail Business

Turn your retail dream into a reality. Here’s everything you need to know about how to start your own retail business.

How To Start An Online Food Business

This guide contains everything you need to consider to get started with an online store or to offer delivery or pick up.

How to Start a Coffee Shop

With the industry taking off, now is a great time to get into coffee. Learn exactly how to start a coffee shop and become extremely profitable.

How to Start a Photography Business

Do you want to take your photography skills and business acumen to the next level? Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to start a photography business.

The Best POS Features and Accessories For Your Business

The must have POS accessories and features.

What Is a Customer-Facing Display and Why Do You Need One?

What is a customer-facing display? They allow you to display itemised orders to your customers to ensure accuracy and reduce incorrect purchases. Learn more.