Marketing Apprentice

An unexpected email. A familiar-looking invoice. A message asking you to confirm your password. For a busy small business owner, these are the kinds of things that can easily get lost among the dozens of tasks demanding your attention. But what happens when that email isn't genuine? Or when someone gains access to the account you use to communicate with customers, manage bookings or receive payments? Cyber security might sound like something for large corporations with dedicated IT...

Christmas can bring new customers, increased sales and exciting opportunities for small businesses. But without the right preparation, it can also bring unexpected costs, stock challenges and additional pressure. Here are five practical ways to get your business ready. Christmas might still feel a little way off, but for many small business owners, preparations are already underway. Whether you're running an independent shop, selling handmade products, managing an online business or providing...

Is it access to finance? A lack of confidence? Not knowing where to turn for advice? These are some of the questions MPs are looking to answer through a new parliamentary inquiry into entrepreneurship and business creation. The inquiry will explore the challenges people face when starting and growing a business, from accessing funding and developing skills to finding practical support. At Portobello Business Centre, we work with aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners at different...