How to manage email
By David Longworth
If you ever lose sleep over your company email, chances are you’re worrying about viruses. And with good reason – there’s enough bad stuff out there to shut your IT systems down in minutes if you’re not properly protected.

How to choose a payroll partner
By Chris Williams*
Managing people and pay in competitive business industries is one of the key challenges that small- and medium-sized enterprises face. It is therefore important when outsourcing pay to choose a partner who will work with you to ensure the payroll runs smoothly.

27 ways to raise your company's profile
By Catherine Woods
Wise up to the ways you can market your business and boost brand awareness.

... to slash your tax bill
By Catherine Woods
Why cough up more cash to the tax man than you need to? Read our guide on lowering your personal and company tax bill.

...to survive an economic downturn
By Catherine Woods
Worried about your business’s ability to survive an economic downturn? Fear not! Here are some tips on helping your company through the tough times.

... to sack your staff
By Kate Pritchard
The key HR steps to successfully laying off staff. Plus: what to do about employees and Facebook.

... to shrink your carbon footprint
By Paul Allen
Cut your "carbs", push up profits and take the step towards a profitable future with our 27 ways to reduce your company’s carbon footprint.

...to get your MP behind your business
By Rebecca Burn-Callander
Politicians can be a slippery bunch. Whether you choose to grease their palms or use a bit of old-fashioned diplomacy, here's 27 ways to get your MP working for your business.

27 killer facts about business in India
By Charles Orton-Jones
Don't eat fruit. Make "facilitation payments". Expect goods to go missing. Read on for 24 more killer facts...

27 things...to know about the French
By Charles Orton-Jones
From powerful unions and staff who can’t work more than 35 hours a week, to the perils of kissing or guzzling down too much vin rouge, France may just be over the Channel but it’s another world, discovers Charles Orton-Jones.