Energising entrepreneurs
In this issue we look at:
Features
Young Guns 2008
The brightest and best new businesses in the UK
Paul Campbell
The co-founder of Clapham House on buying restaurant brands like GBK
Words from the wise
Having a team of investors and non-execs to advise you can be a fast track to success
The catalyst
Netbanx
The company who will simplify payments for your non-UK based customers
Sales and marketing
What's your PR strategy
A good PR campaign can boost your profile and revenues. We show you how to do it effectively
People
Making staff appraisals work
An effective appraisal is the best way to attract, retain and motivate staff
Leadership
Creating a winning team
We speak to some of the UK's Olympic champions and rugby star Will Greenwood about how to be the best
Technology
GB investigates: the cleantech market
Cleantech companies offer a route to greener energy, but do they have a future?
Operations
Planning for disaster
Contingency planning is the difference between surviving a disaster and going under
Tax and legal
Patents: your questions answered
Don't let others steal your ideas. Read this guide to guarding them with a patent
Finance
Asset finance: the basics
We outline what's on offer in the asset finance market
Something got me started
Tony Wheeler
The Lonely Planet founder on staying in love with your business
The founder of The Big Issue on what really motivates him
