Issue #27 - Back to business 🤝
Business owner advice for new starters | What is a small business? | How to register a business | Why can't pop escape the 80s? | Tunes | Podcasts | Words
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Time for something (a little) different
Welcome to Issue #27 of The Backbone, the fortnightly newsletter from Bionic, the business comparison experts.
This isn’t your normal business newsletter though. This is designed specifically with busy small business owners in mind.
We focus less on financial forecasts and more on simple actionable tips.
We steer away from the harder-hitting news stories to look at other informative stuff you might find useful.
We share things we hope will keep you entertained on those rare occasions when you have a spare few minutes.
Our first issue launched during the February lockdown of last year and we’ve gone through some changes since then. We’re going to be trying a few different things over the next few issues, so please do let us know what you like and if you think we should be doing anything differently.
Now let’s get stuck into Issue #27…
🗣 S H O U T O U T
#BionicBusinessStory - 5 businesses, 1 question 🤔
There are no set rules when it comes to running a business. That’s why it’s important to draw upon the experience of other business owners, whether you’re just starting out or you’re an established operation. We asked five business owners for some sage advice when starting out. Here’s what they had to say…
Bionic: What’s your best advice for someone just starting out?
🍽 “Do your research and be realistic. Be prepared to work at a loss at the beginning and always try to have a good outlook and stay positive.” Lorraine Brown - J'Nik's
🍰 “Don't find excuses to hold off until something pops up. Take it one step at a time and utilise social media. Most importantly, enjoy what you're doing!” Heidi Kay - Handmade by Heidi
🧛♂️ “Keep motivated as a team. We do group warm-ups and hold competitions for the best actor of the year, we’ve all become one scary little family.” Bex Williams - AtmosFEAR
🐴 “I think sometimes you just have to do something, if you think about it too much then you’ll never try it.” Melanie Martin - The Hinny Bakebox
💈 “Just to go for it. If you're always thinking about doing something then you should give it a go, but you have to commit 100% and put all your time and energy into it.” Jamie Stenning - Jamie Stenning Barbers
📩 J O I N
Get involved with our business community 🗣
Share your thoughts and tips to give other busy business owners a helping hand. Or ask a question to see if anyone can help you out.
🗞 R E A D
What is a small business, anyway?
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) make up 99% of businesses in the UK, but not all small businesses are classed SMEs - and the classification of your business can have an impact on how you run it.
If, for instance, you fall into the ‘microbusiness’ category, then you’ll find switching energy supplier is slightly easier than it is for other types of business.
There are a number of factors that determine whether or not your business is classed as a SME.
How to register a business
If you’re looking to start a business, do you know whether you need to register it before you can start trading? Or if you’ve already started up your own business without registering it, is this something you should be considering?
In any case, you’ll need to know exactly who you need to register your business with as well as any rules or guidance that you’ll have to follow. With the help of our handy guide, we’ll answer all the above and guide you through the process of registering your business.
Why can’t pop escape the Eighties?
The pop records made between 1980, the birth of synth-pop, and 1987, when hip hop and house began to reconfigure the sound of the Top 40, have a lasting glow. But are we doomed to be stuck in the 80s forever?
Image by Sapto Cahyono from Pixabay
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Playlist
If you enjoyed the article above on why pop can’t escape the 80s, then you’ll no doubt love the associated playlist (this newsletter isn’t just thrown together, you know!). The Misremembered 80s features synth-fused bangers from The Weeknd, Ladyhawke, The Strokes, Beck, Dua Lipa and more. This playlist is to 80s music what Stranger Things is to 80s movies.
Podcast
You’re Wrong About is a podcast that takes a fresh look at events, people or phenomena that may have been miscast in the public imagination. There are more than 140 episodes to catch up on, tackling everything from ‘Satanic Panic’ to political correctness, and OJ Simpson to the DC snipers.
📊 B U S I N E S S
Get your business costs sorted 💷
Bionic are the business price comparison experts. We compare a range of business essentials to help your business save time, money, and hassle.
Our tech-enabled team will answer all your questions in simple terms, and help you find the best deal on business energy, insurance, phone, broadband, or finance. No jargon. No-fuss. #BeABionicBusiness 🦾
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