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Salon Cancellation Policy Templates and Examples You Need

Learn how to create effective salon cancellation policies with templates & examples. Protect your business & improve customer service. For educational purposes only.

Business Automation 101: What Is Automation and How Does It Work?

What is business automation and how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know about automation in business, from its uses to its benefits.

6 Must-Have Square Products for Street Traders at Notting Hill Carnival

Discover the top 6 Square products for staying on top of the crowds at Notting Hill Carnival, from managing orders to taking payments.

Why It Might Be Time to Update Your Salon’s Pricing Strategy In Tough Times

Do you need to update your salon’s pricing strategy? Explore cost-plus, market-based, value-based pricing, loyalty programs, promotions, upselling, and more in this article.

Inventory Management 101: How to Manage Small Business Inventory

Running out or having excessive stock are bad for your bottom line. Learn inventory management techniques to have the right products when you need them.

What Is a Contactless Payment?

Contactless payments deliver a safe and secure solution for businesses during lockdown. Learn about the different contactless payments and the new spending limit.

How to Accept Credit Card Payments for Small Business

If you don’t accept credit cards, you’re missing out on potential sales. Read our guide on how to start accepting credit cards for your small business.

How to Make a Restaurant Menu

Learn how to create a menu that stands out and grabs your customers’ attention. Our step-by-step process is simple and easy to follow.

How to Keep your Business Cool in UK Heatwaves

Keep cool and carry on working with these creative ways to stay safe in the hazy days of summer.

How Manchester Businesses Can Support Pride

Whether you’re on the parade route or beyond, supporting this hugely popular LGBTQ+ event means more than just hanging up the rainbow bunting. Find out more.

How to Make a Booking Website

Booking websites are a popular option for businesses such as hair salons, tattoo shops, massage and therapy locations, beauty and nail salons. Learn how to create a booking website for your business,

Artificial intelligence: What it is and How it’s Transforming Business

Here’s what to know about artificial intelligence in business, common uses and what the future of AI means for companies and staff.

9 Ways to Prepare Your Restaurant or Bar Business for Wimbledon

It’s not the British summer until Wimbledon is underway. With our tips you can turn your London bar or restaurant into the best seat in the house. Read more.

How to Improve Inventory Behind the Bar or Pub

Managing bar inventory is an important concept to master when you first open a bar. Learn about the benefits and ways to improve your inventory management.

The Responsibility of Care: UK Employers and Statutory Sick Pay

Every employer has a legal obligation to pay their employees statutory sick pay when they are too sick to work. Here’s what SMEs need to know to stay compliant.

How to Generate Quality Google Reviews for Your Salon

Want to increase footfall, build revenues and grow your salon’s reputation? Great salon reviews on Google can do all that and more.

Why Your Business Should Start Thinking About Gen Alpha

Generation Alpha encompasses people born in or after 2010. We look at how and why businesses should communicate with this generation of digital natives.

What is an Order Management System & its Key Benefits

As businesses grow, an order management system can help track and fulfil orders across multiple sales channels. We look at the benefits of OMS.

10 Tips for Ensuring Safety at Festivals and Large Crowd Events

Planning on running a large event? Discover the steps you need to take to keep your attendees safe

When and How to Switch Your POS System

How To Start a Nail Salon

Want to make a living painting mini-masterpieces on nails? We look at how to open a nail salon and make this dream a reality.

How to Get a Michelin Star: A Guide for Restaurants

A Michelin star can identify your restaurant as a centre for culinary excellence. But how do you get a Michelin star in today’s competitive market?

7 Ways to Increase Business Profitability

In these economically trying times, we look at 7 ways businesses can increase profitability.

10 Tips for Restaurants to Navigate Food Inflation

Discover different ways to save money and beat food inflation to help reduce the impact on profits.

4 Ways to Make Scheduling Easier at Your Restaurant & Bar

Turn your restaurant scheduling from a stressful admin task into a system that yields higher staff productivity and happier customers.

How to Start a Taxi Business

Love driving? Love people? Looking for a career that gives you freedom and autonomy? We look at how to start a taxi business for a rewarding, profitable career.

What is Supply Chain Mapping?

Taking stock of every link in your supply chain can save you money and insulate your business against risk. We explore the practice of supply chain mapping.

Hospitality Operations Report 2023 by Square UK

Looking for ways to boost profitability and reduce costs in your own enterprise? Insights from the Hospitality Operations Report 2023 will help you do just that.

What is a Business Franchise?

Opening a business franchise can be a lucrative move for any aspiring entrepreneur. There are many industries to choose from, and much to be learnt from the global brands involved. Here’s everything you should know about becoming a franchisee.

7 Spring & Summer Business Ideas

Looking for a seasonal side hustle? We look at some spring and summer business ideas that can help you boost your income during the sunny months.

7 Strategies to Win Back Lost Customers

Are customer churn rates affecting your revenues? We look at 7 effective strategies to win back customers you’ve lost, and keep them coming back for more.

7 Ways to Increase Average Order Value

Increasing your Average Order Value (AOV) can boost revenue, improve cash flow and add value for customers. Here are 7 effective strategies to increase AOV.

How to Reduce Returns in Ecommerce

Want to reduce your ecommerce return rates while keeping customers on-side? It can be done, and our six return strategies will show you how.

Food Safety Rating Guide: How to Get a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating

Food safety ratings can have a huge impact on your restaurant’s reputation. We look at how to achieve a perfect 5-star restaurant hygiene rating.

Grants and Assistance for Birmingham-Based Businesses

Need a helping hand with your business in Britain’s second city? We look at business grants in Birmingham to help you get started, innovate or expand.

Small Business Report 2023 by Square, Clearpay and Small Business Britain

Square has teamed up with Clearpay and Small Business Britain to create a detailed report outlining the issues facing SMEs and potential ways to overcome them.