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A great British renaissance has been taking place. From Aberdeen to the West Country, the zing is back in manufacturing. It’s about time this spectacular story was told.

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“Should we take our clothes off?” Peter Jones spoons Theo Paphitis
“Should we take our clothes off?” Peter Jones spoons Theo Paphitis Dragons’ Den is back! In the first episode of series six, screened last night, Jones and Paphitis cosied up in bed to test out a novelty sheet.
By Kate Pritchard - 22/07/2008

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You've got to love Jane Asher
Jane Asher, founder of the eponymous cake decorating business, gives her tips on surviving a downturn. And all in that lovely breathy voice of hers...
By Rebecca Burn-Callander - 16/07/2008

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Credit crunch impacts music tastes
Credit crunch impacts music tastes Here’s a little-known effect of the credit crunch: it’s driving music lovers from ditties to dirges.
By Catherine Woods - 15/07/2008

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What’s our Raef up to, then?
What’s our Raef up to, then? Well, well, well… look who’s got themselves a job with Richard and Judy.
By Catherine Woods - 14/07/2008

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“Cotton-wool kids” culture will destroy entrepreneurialism
“Cotton-wool kids” culture will destroy entrepreneurialism Stop mollycoddling kids! Simon Woodroffe, founder of Yo! Sushi, has a rant in The Times today, claiming that obsessive health and safety levels in schools will stifle the next generation of entrepreneurs.
By Kate Pritchard - 10/07/2008

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You’ve heard of road rage. You’ve heard of PMT. Now there’s e-rage.
You’ve heard of road rage. You’ve heard of PMT. Now there’s e-rage. Could you survive without your email? Let’s presume the answer is “no”. But how many of you experience a rage, second only to The Incredible Hulk’s transformation, when email channels break down?
By Rebecca Burn-Callander - 09/07/2008

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Is blood really thicker than water?
Is blood really thicker than water? Going into business with friends and family can be a risky proposition. You may be tempted not to bother with contracts and signatures when you feel the bonds of trust are ample. But what if it all comes unstuck?
By Rebecca Burn-Callander - 08/07/2008

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Martha Lane Fox - back in the spotlight
Martha Lane Fox - back in the spotlight The Lastminute.com founder on Ori Gersht, overflowing prisons and “the appalling beige descent on interior design”.
By Rebecca Burn-Callander - 07/07/2008

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Lee McQueen pulls a sickie
Lee McQueen pulls a sickie First day on the job and Apprentice winner McQueen has been struck down by a flu-like virus.
By Rebecca Burn-Callander - 02/07/2008

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Look out Boris! Sir Alan for Mayor?!
Look out Boris! Sir Alan for Mayor?! Sir Alan Sugar has been mooted as a possible labour candidate for Mayor of London, and the grizzly entrepreneur is up for the challenge.
By Ally Papasodaro - 27/06/2008

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Upmarket boot camp draws a crowd

By Catherine Woods - August 29, 2008 5:23pm GMT

Victoria Wills’s battle with the bulge inspired her to launch Devon-based boutique boot camp NuBeginnings.

"Capital gains tax is ludicrous"

By Kate Pritchard - August 29, 2008 4:44pm GMT

Andy Hood spent nine years building Sarian Systems into a £5.3m-turnover technology manufacturer. But when he sold his business earlier this year, he got hit by a whopping £400k tax bill. “I fell victim to CGT, one of the most ill-considered tax changes ever introduced,” he says.

"You're fired"? Beware hasty redundancies

By Phil Allen - August 29, 2008 3:47pm GMT

“Britain ‘facing huge job losses’”. “Backlash warning over hasty job cuts.” If these scaremongering headlines have you quaking in your boots, read our top ten redundancy tips for employers.

Rugby superstar Will Greenwood on his move from bruises to business

By Rebecca Burn-Callander - August 29, 2008 12:09pm GMT

He’s won 55 caps, scoring 31 tries for England during his time playing centre for the national team. But now, Greenwood, sports journalist and commentator, has hung up his boots to advise businesses using sports analogies gleaned throughout his career.

Regus entrepreneur: we're leaving Britain

By Matthew Rock - August 29, 2008 12:09pm GMT

Mark Dixon, founder and CEO of the world's largest service office provider, dropped a bombshell today when he announced that the FTSE 250 business is to become the latest to leave the UK.

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The Federation of Small Businesses gets a flavour for the arts

By Rebecca Burn-Callander - August 29, 2008 3:35pm GMT

We’re loving the “Keep Trade Local” campaign from the FSB. The project showcases traditional shops from all over Britain, most of which have been trading over 30 years.

Fancy winning a Growing Business Award?

By Catherine Woods - August 27, 2008 12:31pm GMT

So, you reckon you’re pretty good, do you? But…are you good enough to win one of our Growing Business Awards?

Ashoka and the art of social entrepreneurship

By Matthew Rock - August 27, 2008 11:36am GMT

We strongly recommend this interview with Bill Drayton, founder of the Ashoka organisation that brings together the world's finest social enterprises.

Dragons’ Den: Where are they now?

By Rebecca Burn-Callander - August 21, 2008 5:02pm GMT

If you (like us) were wondering whatever happened to all those businesses that faced the Dragons’ wrath in the Den over the past six series, look no further.

How do you fund your growth?

By Zarrin Lilani - August 20, 2008 4:09pm GMT

As the economic situation worsens in the UK, we’re hearing reports that smaller businesses aren't managing their finances in the best way.

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