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Thinking of taking the plunge? At Hiscox, we know a thing or two about starting a business – after all, we insure thousands of SMEs from a variety of industries all across the UK. Read expert insights and real-life success stories in our entrepreneurial articles to help you with getting started.

 

Starting up

Launching a business can be many things – liberating, rewarding and at times challenging. Read our articles for a helping hand with everything from drafting a business plan to getting the right insurance.

Freelancers and contractors

As a freelancer or contractor, you've made the decision to go it alone and therefore take on new risks and responsibilities. If you're searching for content specific to your circumstances, then you'll find it here. Allow Hiscox to offer a helping hand through this collection of articles for the independent professional.

Small business stories

Through our collection of interviews with SME owners and entrepreneurs, we hope to create a small business community and help inspire you. Read these accounts from real small companies and prepare to be inspired.

How to start a consultancy business: 5 steps to setting up as a management consultant

Starting out on a new career venture can be exciting and making the decision to work for yourself is a big step. If you’re thinking about starting a consultancy business, there are some things you need to consider. These steps will help you make sure you’ve thought about the challenges you could face when setting up your own consultancy.

Starting up Management consultants

How to Open a Hair Salon: A Step-by-Step Guide

Do you have a passion for hair styling? If so, you could turn that passion into an income by opening your own hair salon.

Starting up Hair, beauty and wellbeing

How to become a contractor: A step by step guide

Thinking of leaving your full-time gig for the flexibility and freedom of becoming a contractor? There are a few things you need to know before making the leap.

Freelancers and contractors

How to become a handyman: A step-by-step guide

If you’re proficient around the house and have a knack for building, maintaining or fixing minor repairs, you can turn your passion into a lucrative profession.

Starting up Tradesmen

How to start an electrical business

If you’ve been thinking about starting an electrical business, now might be the right time to go for it. Whether you’re a qualified electrician with a wealth of experience, a trainee looking to their future or a DIY-er wanting to take their skills to the next level, you could help fill the skills gap and profit from the high demand.

Starting up Tradesmen

Getting started as a contractor – a beginner’s guide

If you’re considering starting out as a contractor, try this beginner’s guide written by Contractor UK’s Laura Foster.

Freelancers and contractors

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