During the pandemic, I started a business selling handmade treats online.
Ideally, I’d open a shop with room out back to scale-up but business rates worry me.
I want to create a business which carries on the legacy of a family member. I’m not too bothered about making huge sums from it - but will it work?. Have a question for our business doctor?
I want to launch a salon with my friend but don’t want to fall out over money. Should we form a partnership or keep our income separate?. Have a question for our business doctor?
I’m a student and want to make some extra cash to help with costs. Should I find a part-time job or start my own business?. <span class=“mol-style-bold”>Have </span>
I’ve set up a crafting business but I’m not making any money yet. How can I secure funding to help me get the equipment to make more products?. Have a question for our business doctor?
I have been very lucky that my customers have remained loyal. Now that costs are falling and I am feeling more comfortable with my bottom line, I am considering cutting costs to pre-pandemic levels.
One of my customers has owed me £15,000 for over a year and they now say they can’t pay me back. Going down the legal route is expensive, should I leave them messages on social media?
I want to start a business that most likely requires the products, which will be plastic, to be manufactured in China or elsewhere in the Far East. How do I find and vet manufacturers?
I want to start my own industrial roofing and cladding company in the next few years, but I have no savings and a terrible credit score. What options do I have?
I am studying a business plan and becoming more confident as time goes on, despite people trying to put me off. Do you think I’m doing the right thing at my age?
I started an online e-bike business in lockdown and then opened a shop. I’m tempted to open another - should I? Our business doctor Dave Fishwick replies.