Stay informed on what's going on in business and the economy. Our blog includes regular updates, including thought leadership pieces, from the Business West team, British Chambers of Commerce and regional business leaders.
For ambitious individuals, starting up a business is the ultimate challenge. Despite high numbers of people wanting to do it, the reality is that fewer people take the plunge - but if you have a...
Collaboration is one of the most common characteristics of a successful restaurant business. They’ve learned from others’ mistakes and embraced experience. Owning a restaurant can be a ticket to a...
This week is Women Entrepreneurs Week – a global celebration of female business leaders everywhere. Find out how recent statistics show that the West of England has every reason to celebrate.
In the modern era, there has never been a more challenging time for UK small businesses. The current political and economic climate, in particular Brexit-related uncertainty, is creating unique...
YESwindon (Young Enterprise Swindon), the new networking group aimed at 18-35-year-olds, hosted its first event at Desk Cowork, Swindon last night (Thursday 13th June). The event saw over 40 young...
There are now more than 4.8 million self-employed people in the UK and they represent more than 15% of the work force. The financial crash in 2008 has led the way for many people to refocus their...
Far too many entrepreneurs don’t really understand profit – what it is or how to ensure they make it. Here are the 12 biggest, and most common, profit mistakes that entrepreneurs make.
Members from the Bristol and West of England Initiative had the opportunity to take a tour of the University of West of England Enterprise Zone (UEZ) recently. The pioneering space provides...
