Welcome to the Hiscox Knowledge Centre. Here, you'll find expert advice, insights and tools for small business owners. Whether you're looking to start a new business or grow your existing venture, our knowledge centre has something for you. Read about small business success stories, industry experts biggest lessons, plus our latest blog posts.
If you’re one of the many business owners spinning numerous plates and tackling everything that needs doing single-handed, or indeed if you’re a consultant helping said business owners in areas outside their expertise, how does this top 10 list resonate with you?
If you currently work as a contractor, are considering becoming a contractor or own a business that hires contractors, IR35 is something that you should be familiar with. Here, we take a look at the IR35 rules and what they mean in practice.
Starting work with a new client can be an exciting experience. But what if the relationship goes wrong and the paperwork isn’t in order? One small business owner tells us about their personal experience of taking a client to court and what they learnt about the process.
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Do you have a knack for mending and DIY? Our step-by-step-guide to becoming a handyman runs through the skills, tools and certifications you could need.
Becoming a self-employed electrician might be easier than you think. Learn what to expect, the qualifications you’ll need and explore business structure options with our guide.
Once a hobby, blogging has become an enterprise in its own right. Global brand director Annabel Venner explores how to build an audience and generate revenue.
Setting up as a management consultant requires experience and determination. From creating a business plan to securing insurance, here’s our five-step plan to starting out.
When you deal in management advice, disputes can cost significant amounts of money. With contractual know-how and clever record-taking, however, the risks could be minimised.
Are you planning to launch a beauty business? Read our guide to starting up as a beauty and wellness therapist, which runs through qualifications and finances.
Your client base is everything in the mobile beauty business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand into new markets, use this article to hone promotion tactics.
Salon ownership can feel like a pipe dream to hairdressers. Our step-by-step guide to opening your own place explores everything from creating a name to securing funding.