How to stay productive when you’ve got a tiny startup team
In a small team, it’s common to feel like you have too much to do with too few resources. Making sure you use your time wisely is vital, particularly when your startup is growing fast. With a reported 42% of small business owners experiencing burnout, founders need to build sustainable systems that are good for […]
The seven biggest mistakes startups make when developing an app
It’s easy to get carried away with a great idea. But for startups developing an app – particularly with limited cash and resources – this can be a risky thing to do. We all know that even the best ideas in the world can fail if they’re poorly executed. That’s why developing an app requires […]
England’s second city: How Birmingham is paving the way for UK startups
The Pitch is growing – meaning the number of cities we’re visiting is, too. As well as our usual semi-finals in Bristol, London and Manchester, we’re also heading to some new cities. Announcing: The Pitch Birmingham. Birmingham, alongside Edinburgh, has long been on our watchlist for The Pitch. Named the best city for support as […]
How startups can use share schemes to attract and retain employees
Your team is one of the most important things you can invest in as a startup founder. Securing and retaining the right talent will give you a real edge as a new business and allow you to plan for growth. Most startups are already up against it when it comes to finance and resources. Add the […]
Got an app idea? How to go from idea to your first customer
Developing an app for your startup can be a complicated and time-consuming process. But (here’s the good news) it’s completely achievable if you go about things in a considered way. Minimising risk is always a priority in business, but as a startup – where money, resources and time are often tight – it’s critical. That’s […]
How to test your side hustle idea for next to nothing
There’s no way to tell definitively if that side hustle you’ve been planning will take off or not, but you can get a pretty good indication by testing it. If you’re clever, you don’t need to cough up hefty sums for the process, either. Testing out your side hustle idea will give you some important […]
Meet GoHenry’s Louise Hill: Judge for The Pitch 2022
Teaching kids about life skills such as finance is important, but it can be hard to do if they mostly shop virtually. We talk to GoHenry co-founder Louise Hill about how she spotted the need for a new way to educate children about money. Louise Hill noticed that, while we are moving into a cashless […]
The power of building a community as a startup
Most founders work long hours to bring their business to life. It’s no surprise that few have the time or energy to focus on growing their network. Even if you do have a spare afternoon, the thought of networking can seem less than appealing: stuffy events, small talk by the truckload and awkward cold introductions. […]
How to use R&D tax relief to help fund your tech development
For startups involved in tech development, Research & Development (R&D) tax relief can provide an important source of funding through tax deduction or cash reimbursement. But what exactly qualifies as ‘innovation’ and how do you know if your business is eligible? R&D tax relief is one of the main forms of tax relief available to […]
What is lean thinking, and how can it help your startup progress quickly?
“Lean thinking” has become a bit of a buzzword in the app and software community – but what does it mean and how can it help your business? The traditional approach to building a business always went something like this: think of an idea, write a five-year business plan, pour all your money into the […]
