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Why Technical Skill is Not Enough to Grow an SME
Many SME owners start as experts in their field. But the skill that built the business may not be enough to scale it. This article explains why growing SMEs need stronger systems, better delegation and a shift from doing the work to leading the business.
Are you promoting potential or just performance?
Promoting a trusted employee can feel like the obvious next step. But success in one role does not always mean someone is ready for the next. This article explains how SME owners can avoid the Peter Principle by assessing potential, defining the new role clearly and supporting people as they move from operational performance into leadership.
SME Funding in 2026: Moving Beyond Survival Borrowing
Many SMEs are using finance as a short-term fix for cash flow pressure rather than as a planned tool for growth. UKBA member Rich Olsen explains why timing, preparation and broker transparency matter, and how business owners can improve their funding options before pressure becomes urgent.
AI tools for small business: start with the problem, not the tool
AI is everywhere, but not every tool is worth your time. This article explains how small business owners can use AI sensibly by starting with the real problem: wasted time, slow replies, inconsistent marketing, admin overload or repeated work.
Is Your Business Culture Helping Performance or Holding It Back?
Business culture is not a soft issue. For manufacturing, engineering and industrial SMEs, poor culture can delay decisions, reduce productivity and increase pressure on senior leaders.
SME Resilience: Why Confidence Alone Won’t Protect Your Business in 2026
New research suggests UK SME owners feel confident about their resilience, yet many remain exposed to rising costs, weak cash reserves and a lack of forward planning. This article explores the gap between confidence and capability, and outlines three practical steps business owners can take to build stronger, more resilient businesses in 2026.
The Three Chapters of Modern Leadership: What SME Owners Must Learn Next
After hearing Chris Evans speak in Henley-on-Thames, Nick Shanagher reflects on how leadership is changing for SME owners. From AI and team design to decision-making and personal performance, this article explores the new operating system of modern business leadership.
Are Business Credit Cards Quietly Creating Cash Flow Pressure in Your SME?
More SMEs are relying on business credit cards to manage cash flow, but short-term borrowing can quietly create longer-term pressure. This article explores the risks of over-reliance on credit cards, why they can restrict future funding options and why SME owners should review their wider funding strategy before problems escalate.
UK Business Advisors Strengthens Leadership Team with Three New Board Appointments
UK Business Advisors (UKBA), the UK’s leading membership organisation for highly experienced business advisors, has announced the appointment of three new board members as part of its continued evolution to meet the changing needs of UK businesses. The appointments...
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