Author Archives for Chris Spratling

Maximising Returns in a Challenging Economy: Lessons for Entrepreneurs

April 2, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Maximising Returns in a Challenging Economy: Lessons for Entrepreneurs

In today’s economic landscape, entrepreneurs face an uphill battle to maximise returns while navigating inflation, rising interest rates, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical tensions. These challenges have created an environment where businesses must be more agile, innovative, and strategic than... Read more


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SMEs Are Hiring All Wrong And It’s Killing Their Growth

March 31, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on SMEs Are Hiring All Wrong And It’s Killing Their Growth

Most SMEs fail at hiring. Not because they can’t find talent, but because they don’t know how to hire for growth. They make the same critical mistakes repeatedly: – Hiring based on experience rather than adaptability. – Prioritising degrees over... Read more


Labour’s 2024 Budget: How Policy Changes Impact Your Business Valuation

March 26, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Labour’s 2024 Budget: How Policy Changes Impact Your Business Valuation

The October 2024 Labour budget has introduced sweeping changes to the UK’s tax and economic policy, creating both challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to sell their businesses. From higher capital gains tax (CGT) rates to revised thresholds for reliefs... Read more


Why Most SMEs Go Broke When They Try To Scale And How To Avoid It

March 24, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Why Most SMEs Go Broke When They Try To Scale And How To Avoid It

Let’s be real; most SMEs don’t survive expansion. You’ve probably heard that ‘growth is always good.’ Well, that’s a lie. Scaling too fast ,or without a serious cash flow strategy, is a recipe for disaster. Yet, so many business owners... Read more


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Selling Under Pressure: Thriving Amidst Economic Uncertainty

March 19, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Selling Under Pressure: Thriving Amidst Economic Uncertainty

Economic uncertainty is a reality that many business owners face, whether it’s due to market volatility, political shifts, or global disruptions. For entrepreneurs planning to sell their businesses, this uncertainty can feel overwhelming. However, selling under pressure doesn’t have to... Read more


SMEs Are Failing At Marketing: Here’s Why

March 17, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on SMEs Are Failing At Marketing: Here’s Why

Most SMEs approach marketing the wrong way and it’s the reason they struggle to scale. They throw money at ads with no clear strategy, post uninspired content that no one engages with, and rely on outdated SEO tactics that stopped working... Read more


The Cost of Waiting: How Market Volatility Impacts Your Business Sale Value

March 12, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on The Cost of Waiting: How Market Volatility Impacts Your Business Sale Value

Timing is everything when it comes to selling a business. While it’s natural for entrepreneurs to wait for the “perfect” conditions to sell, market volatility often throws a wrench into even the best-laid plans. In an unpredictable economic landscape, waiting... Read more


The Brutal Truth: Your SME Will Fail Without the Right Tech

March 11, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on The Brutal Truth: Your SME Will Fail Without the Right Tech

Let’s cut through the noise, if your SME isn’t leveraging technology aggressively, you’re already falling behind. In 2025, scaling a business without tech isn’t just difficult; it’s a death sentence. The market doesn’t care about your excuses. If you’re still... Read more


Post-Budget Planning: 7 Tax Considerations for Business Owners Looking to Exit

March 5, 2025 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Post-Budget Planning: 7 Tax Considerations for Business Owners Looking to Exit

The October 2024 Labour budget introduced significant changes to the UK tax landscape, particularly for business owners planning an exit. Increased capital gains tax (CGT) rates, revised relief thresholds, and stricter compliance measures mean that careful tax planning is now... Read more