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The average cost of a data breach for a small business
Find out how much a data breach can cost small businesses. (Spoiler: a lot.) Plus, what you can do to protect yourself against cyber-attacks.
20/02/2025

Selling products online: what can go wrong?
Online selling: a hassle-free way to run a shop or a commercial nightmare waiting to happen? Well, a bit of both actually. Here's why ...
11/11/2024

Small business insurance costs explained
It's time to dispel the myths around small business insurance costs. Here's how your insurer decides what you'll pay. And why.
07/11/2024

Spotlight on insurance for freelance photographers
With your kit, your business, and your reputation to protect, insurance is a must for freelance photographers. Here's what you need...
18/10/2024

How to dismiss an employee fairly
In a perfect world, you'd never have to give someone the chop. But what if it can't be avoided? Find out how to dismiss an employee fairly.
04/10/2024

What insurance do savvy Shopify sellers need?
Shopify insurance may not be required under their Ts&Cs. But there are plenty of reasons your business needs it. Here’s why…
13/07/2024

Do I need insurance to sell things on Etsy?
Etsy may not make insurance compulsory for sellers on its platform, but there are still plenty of reasons you should have it. Here's why.
08/07/2024

Why Amazon sellers need insurance
If you sell on Amazon UK or US and things go wrong, it's you in the firing line - not the platform. It's why Amazon sellers need insurance.
05/07/2024

A guide to small business resources
Need a helping hand? Here's some useful small business resources. Legal, financial, and general business advice at your fingertips.
03/07/2024

eBay sellers: here’s why you need insurance
If your online business relies on eBay sales, it's a good idea to protect your profits with eBay sellers' insurance. Here's why.
10/05/2024

What does negligence mean?
What exactly is ‘negligence’? What happens if someone accuses you of it? Knowing the answers is the first step to protecting your business.
10/05/2024

What is a disaster recovery plan?
Want to protect your business? Find out what a disaster recovery plan is, how to create one, and how it'll help you big time in the long run.
14/03/2024