Sian Sutherland: Radical Naivety Fuels Business Success
Entrepreneur Sian Sutherland shares her journey from advertising to environmental activism, highlighting how radical naivety and industry pivots every seven years drive innovation and success.
Category : SMEs
iPad to £4M: Redundancy to Business Success Story
Lucy Bowes turned redundancy into a £4 million embroidery business using just her iPad and determination. Discover how she went from penniless to profitable with no prior experience.
Pub Pint Inspires Business Ideas: One in Five Brits Conceive Ventures
Research reveals 18% of people have conceived business ideas in pubs, with under-35s at 33%. Examples include AO.com and Skyscanner, highlighting pubs as entrepreneurial hubs.
Kmart's $6 'Copycat' Devastates Aussie Mum's Baby Business
Sydney entrepreneur Vanessa Vanselow felt physically ill after discovering Kmart selling a strikingly similar wipes pouch to her Bumbi Baby product for just $6, less than her production costs.
Bakery Boss Hits Back at 'Dishonest' Review with Scathing Takedown
The owner of O'Connell's Bakery in Wales has publicly challenged a customer's negative review, calling it 'next-level dishonest' and explaining how such feedback damages small businesses.
Business Committee Warns of Pandemic-Level Pressures
A parliamentary report reveals UK small businesses face pressures similar to the pandemic, with calls for urgent reforms on rates, late payments, and costs.
Social Media Criticism Puts Small Businesses Under Pressure
A new report reveals that small businesses are increasingly vulnerable to negative reviews and online backlash on social media platforms, impacting their reputation and revenue.
Utah Mom Builds $100M Swig Empire from Mormon Soda Craze
Nicole Tanner turned her caffeine-free soda creations into a $100 million business, Swig, now expanding across 16 states with potential IPO plans ahead.
Dragons' Den: Gary Neville Returns as Four Businesses Pitch
Football legend Gary Neville returns to Dragons' Den as guest dragon alongside Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Steven Bartlett and Touker Suleyman. Four innovative businesses pitch tonight including sustainable skincare from food waste and a mortgage overpay
UK Businesses Hit by Mobile Data Shortage Losses
New research reveals UK businesses are losing an average of £3,462 annually due to mobile data shortages, with 56% experiencing financial losses when data expires.
SBA Bars Green Card Holders from Loan Access
The Small Business Administration has announced that lawful permanent residents will become ineligible for its loan programs from March 1, reversing previous policies and drawing criticism from business advocates.
Lucy Goff: From Illness to £170m Wellness Empire
Lucy Goff founded Lyma after surviving septicemia, growing it from a one-person startup to a £170m global wellness brand in just seven years through resilience and innovation.
Queensland Construction Firm Collapses into Liquidation
Open Projects Group, a major shop-fitting company in south-east Queensland, has been placed into liquidation, affecting over 75 staff members.
Dragons' Den Star Criticises Show Over Broken Investment Deal
Businesswoman Charlotte Clemence reveals promised investments from Dragons Sara Davies and Steven Bartlett never materialised after her emotional pitch on the BBC show.
Montana Woman Trains $175K Guard Dogs for Billionaires
Kim Greene's Svalinn company breeds and trains elite protection dogs for wealthy clients, with each canine costing $175,000 and offering lifetime security support.
AI Boosts Entrepreneurial Dreams Among UK Workers
New research reveals artificial intelligence is empowering younger generations to consider entrepreneurship, with over half of UK workers contemplating starting their own business.
Cafe Owner Hits Back at 'Idiot' Haters Over Style
Sophie Handsaker, owner of Albie's Coffee Bar on the Central Coast, responds to critics who call her service 'obnoxious' and loud, saying her authentic approach boosts business.
Louise Hill's Journey from Idea to £6.3m GoHenry Success
Entrepreneur Louise Hill reveals how her children's secret online spending sparked the creation of GoHenry, a prepaid debit card for children that now has 2.3 million members and a net worth of £6.3 million.
US Small Business Optimism Rises in Latest Reports
Multiple business indexes show increased optimism among US small firms, with easing cost pressures and employment challenges, though inflation and tariffs remain concerns.
Over Half of US Solopreneurs Earn Under $50K Annually
A comprehensive study reveals that 55% of American solopreneurs earn less than $50,000 yearly, with real estate, tech services and warehousing among the most popular industries for solo business owners.
Starmer confronted over 'diabolical' tax hikes at Downing Street event
Sir Keir Starmer faced an uncomfortable confrontation with a small business owner at a Downing Street reception, who told him high taxes are making it 'impossible for small businesses to thrive'.
BBB's £25m Kraken Investment Raises Mission Creep Questions
The state-owned British Business Bank's £25m investment in £6.45bn-valued Kraken Technologies has sparked debate about its core mission to support small UK businesses.
Trump Tariffs Threaten UK Small Business Survival
A Dorset stationery company founder reveals how Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on UK imports could devastate her business and push the country toward recession.
Trump Tariffs Threaten UK Small Business Future
UK small businesses face existential threat as Donald Trump threatens new tariffs on British imports, with one Dorset stationery firm already seeing 50% sales drop in US market.
Austin Tops US Small Business Growth Rankings for 2026
Austin, Texas has been named America's fastest-growing city for small businesses in 2026, with East Coast locations dominating the top ten while West Coast cities were notably absent from the list.
Iran Internet Shutdown Squeezes Ailing Businesses
A near-total internet blackout in Iran, now in its second week, is throttling commerce reliant on online platforms, compounding an economic crisis fuelled by a collapsing currency. Read the full analysis.
Norfolk's Award-Winning Dove Inn Closes in Blow to Locals
The Dove Inn, a celebrated gluten-free B&B and café in Alburgh, Norfolk, has shut its doors. Owner cites a 'difficult location' and lack of passing trade as key reasons for the closure, a devastating loss for the community. Read the full story.
King Charles's whisky tasting impresses at Holyroodhouse
King Charles showcased his whisky knowledge at a Scottish business summit, sampling a 31-year-old Rosebank. Discover the royal event's details and the Duke of Sussex's separate court appearance.
King Charles Hosts Scottish Business Summit at Holyroodhouse
King Charles shared a dram with First Minister John Swinney at a Holyroodhouse reception, correctly identifying toffee notes in a 31-year-old Rosebank whisky. Discover the royal boost for Scottish entrepreneurship.
Self-employed face unexpected tax bill hike in 2026
Thousands of freelancers and self-employed workers are facing a steep and unexpected tax bill this January. Experts explain the 'payments on account' system and how to avoid panic. Read our guide to understand your bill.
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