SME Marketing

As the year winds down and the days grow shorter, many small business owners find themselves torn between catching up and winding down. If you didn’t…

Every year, Small Business Saturday brings a spotlight to independent businesses, giving them a moment to shine in a season dominated by big chains. In the…

On 10 and 11 September, I had the pleasure of attending Ideas Fest, described by the organisers as the ‘Glastonbury for business’. Having missed out last…

For small businesses, visibility is everything – and in today’s digital-first world, that visibility increasingly depends on your search engine presence. While traditional SEO helps your…

The UK’s data protection landscape has taken a significant step forward with the Data Use and Access Act 2025 (DUAA) receiving Royal Assent in June 2025.…

At the end of February this year, I completed on the sale of Berkhamsted & Tring Living Magazines – a business I’d owned and developed for…

In last month’s blog, we explored the value of loyalty marketing and how it helps keep your existing customers coming back. A natural next step is…

In a marketplace where attention spans are short and competition is fierce, attracting new customers is just the beginning. The real value for small businesses lies…

In the second of our two-part series on the importance of networking and partnerships as essential marketing tactics for small businesses, this month we’re focusing on…

For small businesses looking to establish themselves and grow, networking and strategic partnerships can be a game-changer. While digital marketing plays a crucial role in raising…

Running a small business is no small feat, especially when it comes to marketing. With limited budgets and time, it’s easy for Owner Managers to feel…

As the year comes to a close, many small business owners find themselves reflecting on the past 12 months, scrutinising their strategies, and, most importantly, evaluating…