The Baseline

1 Apr 2022
10 minute read

Ultimate guide to business startup costs

Many new businesses struggle with startup costs. Check out our guide to budgeting for your new business, so you know what to expect as you launch your enterprise.

31 Mar 2022
5 minute read

What is a CEO and how do you become one?

Becoming a CEO is no easy feat, or is it? Find out what it takes to climb to the top and the types of responsibilities you'll have when you get there.

28 Mar 2022
6 minute read

Investment in Distributed Ledger Technology

What are the investment trends in the Distributed Ledger Technology? We’ve recapped what you need to know, and why we believe 2022 will be an even bigger year for digital assets.

23 Mar 2022
3 minute read

What the spring statement means for small businesses

Today (23rd March 2022) Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak made his spring statement, often known as a mini-budget. We break down what the announcement means for small businesses.

23 Mar 2022
5 minute read

What types of pension schemes are there in the UK?

It's never too early to start saving for retirement – discover what pensions are most suitable for you with this guide.

22 Mar 2022
14 minute read

Understanding Bitcoin through an ESG lens

As Bitcoin becomes a major cog in the global financial system, we hear more warnings surrounding Bitcoin’s impact on the environment. So, is Bitcoin a net good or bad influence on society?

21 Mar 2022
5 minute read

What is the retirement age in the UK?

Understanding when you can stop working will help you work out how much pension you need to retire, especially if you're self-employed. Find out what you need to think about here.

15 Mar 2022
7 minute read

What the National Insurance rate rise means for small businesses

The UK government has announced that on 6th April 2022, the rate of National Insurance payable by employers, employees and the self-employed will increase by 1.25%. We break down what this means for small businesses around the UK.

10 Mar 2022
10 minute read

A guide to consumer rights for small businesses

Ever since the introduction of the Consumer Rights Act in 2015, businesses have had to observe certain rules and regulations when selling goods and services. We run down what small businesses need to know.

8 Mar 2022
6 minute read

6 companies' commitments to equality, diversity and inclusion

To celebrate International Women's Day, we're shining a spotlight on the companies that are making it their mission to Break the Bias – IWD's theme for 2022.