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EU exit - local trade advice and support organisations
Sources of trade advice for businesses now that the UK has left the European Union.
Bullying and harassment
Avoid industrial tribunal or civil claims by preventing offensive or unfair behaviour in the workplace.
Why does bullying and harassment occur?
A look at the reasons why people bully and harass others in the workplace.
The impact of bullying and harassment
A business may be guilty of discrimination, breach of contract or a criminal offence if an employee is bullied or harassed.
Recognising bullying or harassment
Look out for absenteeism or a change in behaviour if you suspect an employee is being bullied or harassed.
Drawing up an anti-bullying and harassment policy
Consult staff and trade unions when creating procedures to deal with harassment and bullying.
Risk management process
Risk management process involves five crucial steps that can help you identify, assess and mitigate risks to your business
Exporting to France
What you need to know about exporting to France, and how you can get help targeting this market.
Business growth through acquisition, mergers and partnerships
Understand the power of partnerships in business and how to use acquisitions, joint ventures and mergers to grow your company.
Planning for business growth (video)
Watch our short video tutorial to find out how to carry out a business review and prepare your business for growth.
Product development strategy
How to create a product development strategy and use tactics such as brand expansion to increase your sales and market share.
Market development strategy
How to create a market development strategy and use pricing, distribution and promotional tactics to increase your sales and market share.
Market penetration strategy
Understand what market penetration is, how to measure it and tactics to use to help you gain market share or grow revenue through sales.
Financing for business growth
Introduction to financial planning for growth, including equity, venture capital and funding from business angels.
Business assets
Introduction to business assets, including keeping asset records, valuing assets, selling assets and asset protection.
Improve the way your business operates (video)
Video explaining how to change the way your business operates to improve performance.
Difference between assets and liabilities
Assets are resources that you own, while liabilities are obligations that you have – the difference between them is your equity in the company.
Different types of business assets
Assets are resources that your business owns or leases that provide economic value - for example cash, equipment or intellectual property.
Protecting your business assets
How to protect your business' financial, physical and intangible assets by following good asset protection practices.
Transferring and selling assets
Understand the differences between an asset sale and a share sale, the types of asset disposal and the relevant tax implications.