Traditionally apprenticeships were the norm for hiring tradesmen. Currently, many tradesmen choose to hire an apprentice as a way to fill the skills gap that exists in the construction industry. Also, there are more and more people choosing to become apprentices in a particular trade instead of going to university. Here’s a quick look at […]

  Now that we have said goodbye to autumn and winter has started. The days can be bitterly cold and windy, with an added problem of rain, snow or ice. Working outside during winter is extremely challenging, so it is important to put measures in place that will ensure you stay safe and warm during […]

  By now most tradesmen will be familiar with the use of technology at home, but not as many take advantage of it at work. You can use your phone or tablet to automate routine tasks so as to save you valuable time and energy throughout your working day. By making full use of the […]

  What Are Records?  A business record is any digital or paper document that records a transaction or process that the business has been involved in. For someone who is registered self-employed, there are three types of records that you will deal with regularly, they are accounting, legal, and insurance.     Why Keep Records?  To begin with, you have […]

  The job of a tradesman is a physically demanding one. Most have early starts and the days are long, with the average being between anywhere from ten to twelve hours. Majority of the day is spent on your feet, carrying building materials around, coupled with that you are often working outside facing the elements. […]

Nearly 50% of all small businesses in the UK don’t have a website. Many claim websites are either not relevant to their business or they are too expensive for their budget. Also many say they lack the technical know how to develop a site by themselves. There is a general lack of understanding about the […]

Tool theft in the UK has been on the increase in the last year, with a value of approximately £30,000,000 in equipment stolen. Thieves have become more sophisticated, stealing anything from a few tools to a whole van. Many of the tools are usually stolen from construction sites, equipment lock ups and tradesmen’s vans. Apart […]

  Networking has many benefits for any business. When it is done correctly it can lead to many long lasting and mutually beneficial relationships. It can open the door to new opportunities that you may not have been aware of, such as joint ventures, partnerships or referrals. Also, it is a brilliant way to get […]

Small and medium enterprises are easy target for hackers. Most small businesses don’t have a dedicated IT department and the majority don’t have proper cyber security measures in place to protect their data. Also there is the feeling amongst SME’s that they are too small for cyber criminals to attack when there are bigger businesses […]

Risk management refers to the process of of identifying, planning and implementing steps to protect your business from adverse consequences. The goal of a risk management plan is to identify the common risks associated with your business and to be aware of the situations that cause them. A plan of action that can be monitored […]