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The power of customer-first entrepreneurship

Three entrepreneurs share how they broke away from traditional paths, challenged the status quo, and built successful businesses by forging their own way.

When it comes to the UK's entrepreneurial scene, the conversation often revolves around two major points: Is the UK a real competitor to Silicon Valley, and is it truly a startup hub of the future?

As UK businesses face rising costs and fewer resources, there's a pressing need for the government to turn pro-growth rhetoric into real action.

In a world where every small business owner is one new app or breakthrough technology away from skyrocketing - or stumbling - Emma Jones is here to make sure they don't miss the memo.

How can government policies better support startup growth?

"Scaling remote recruitment efficiently while maintaining quality was a deliberate choice shaped by flexibility," says Emily van Eyssen, founder of Remote Recruitment.

"Employer NICs, pension contributions, and payroll compliance create a tax burden that hits start-ups hardest, often forcing founders to choose between growth and survival."

As businesses grow, balancing speed with quality can be tricky. Discover how one company's focus on agility, data, and customer collaboration fuels expansion without compromise.

Insights from Julian Hall, founder of Ultra Education and entrepreneur in residence at The Open University

The UK has immense potential to lead the global startup scene, but bold government action and a shift in mindset are needed to support entrepreneurship and innovation. With world-class talent and resources, the country can reverse its economic stagnation and reclaim its position as a global powerhouse.

In 2025, successful influencer marketing will focus on engagement, community-building, and platform-native strategies—moving beyond vanity metrics to create meaningful, long-term brand growth.

News about the accounting firm EY's plans to lay off dozens of senior partners made the rounds earlier this month, the latest in the corporate shedding of jobs. Businesses must prove their capacity for automation now, not headcount.

In a bold move that has captured the attention of the entrepreneurial world, Alfie Best, the founder of Wyldecrest Parks, Europe's largest mobile home park operator, relocated to Monaco after growing frustrated with the increasing challenges faced by UK businesses.

Ian Greenhill, co-founder of Studio Something, shares how a creative duo turned spare-time projects into a BAFTA-winning powerhouse, working with global giants like Coca-Cola and the NBA.

The world of deep tech investment is undergoing a seismic shift. While the pace of technological advancement is accelerating, there's been a noticeable slowdown in the funding and growth of these breakthrough ventures.

Jordan Richards, founder and CEO of &Above, reflects on how his time at Google influenced his entrepreneurial journey and the unique approach his agency takes to support brands through growth.

David Abrahamovitch didn't just build a coffee shop - he transformed a Shoreditch café into a global powerhouse. Entrepreneurs, take note: this is how you brew a legacy.

How is the task of recalibrating UK-US business relations in the era of Donald Trump 2.0 best approached?

The UK government's commitment to fostering an environment conducive to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is becoming increasingly apparent, with a series of initiatives set to reshape the entrepreneurial landscape.

For founders and entrepreneurs, speed can make or break your path to market dominance. Miss your moment, and someone else will beat you to the punch.