Starting a Business
Starting a business is one of the most exciting and rewarding journeys you can take — but it can also feel overwhelming without the right guidance. From choosing your business idea and registering your company to understanding licenses, funding, and marketing, there’s a lot to consider. Our Starting a Business blog category is here to simplify the process, offering step-by-step advice, templates, and tools to help you turn your ideas into a thriving reality.
At Grow My Acorn, we focus on providing clear, practical information for entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small business owners. Whether you’re setting up a home-based business, exploring limited company formation, or planning your first product launch, you’ll find expert insights, checklists, and real-world examples designed to save you time and money. Think of this section as your go-to starting point — helping you lay strong foundations for long-term business success.
Starting a Business Posts
How to Delegate Effectively: Master Your Team Productivity
Discover how to delegate effectively with practical tips to boost team productivity, empower others, and drive better results.
Streamlining business processes: Boost efficiency today
Discover how streamlining business processes can unlock efficiency and drive growth with practical, actionable steps.
marketing tips for small business: 5 quick wins
Uncover marketing tips for small business that boost ROI with 5 practical strategies you can implement this week
what is professional indemnity insurance? A quick guide
what is professional indemnity insurance: learn what it covers, who needs it, and how to choose the right PI policy for your business.
10 Actionable Marketing Tips for Small Businesses in 2025
Discover 10 practical marketing tips for small businesses. Boost your growth with budget-friendly strategies for SEO,
10 Profitable Business Ideas UK from Home for 2025
Discover 10 practical profitable business ideas UK from home. This guide covers startup costs, income potential,
What Is a Break Even Analysis Explained
What is a break even analysis? Learn how to calculate it and use this simple tool to make smarter financial decisions for your business.
How to Create a Cash Flow Forecast That Works
Learn how to create a cash flow forecast with this practical guide. We cover predicting inflows, mapping outflows,
How to Write a Business Proposal That Wins Clients
Learn how to write a business proposal that actually wins clients. Offering advice and real-world examples
What Is Equity Dilution for Founders
Understand what is equity dilution and how it impacts your startup. Our guide explains cap tables, funding rounds
How to Conduct Competitor Analysis That Drives Growth
Learn how to register a business in the UK with our practical guide. We cover sole trader and limited company setups
How to Register a Business in the UK Your Complete Guide
Learn how to register a business in the UK with our practical guide. We cover sole trader and limited company setups
How to Find Business Partners That Actually Fit
Discover essential business advice for startups to thrive. Complete guide from Grow My Acorn
10 Crucial Pieces of Business Advice for Startups
Discover essential business advice for startups to thrive. Complete guide from Grow My Acorn
Business Plan Executive Summary Examples: 8 Inspiring Samples
How to professionally prepare your business plan executive summary along with practical examples.
Your Guide to a Business Risk Management Framework
Build a robust business risk management framework with our free online guidance.
How to Grow a Business The Right Way
How to Grow a Business The Right Way grow your business the right way with free expert advice
Proven Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses
Get your marketing strategy off to a flying start with our proven strategies guaranteed to deliver measurable results.
Sole Trader vs Limited Company UK Guide
Choose the right business structure. Understand the differences, benefits and pitfalls. Sole Trader? Limited Company?
How to Start a Business in the UK
How to start a business in the UK – Your handy free expert guide on how to start a business in the UK
How to Protect Your Business with Contracts and Agreements
Learn how to protect your business with contracts and agreements. A practical guide for startups
10 Proven Low-Cost Marketing Strategies for Startups
10 proven low costs marketing strategies which you can implement today to grow your business.
How Much Does It Really Cost to Start a Small Business
Wondering how much it costs to start a small business in the UK? Discover the real start up expenses for entrepreneurs,
Top 20 Home Based Business Ideas
Looking for the best home based business ideas? Discover 20 profitable ways to start a business from home
The Pros and Cons of Running a Business from Home
The Pros and Cons of running a business from home. Considering running a business from home? Read more here.
The Importance of a Business Plan
See why every start-up needs a business plan, what to include in your business plan and why. Easily draft your business plan with our free guidance.
How to Register a Business Name with Companies House: A Step-by-Step Guide for UK Entrepreneurs
Learn how to register a business name with Companies House in the UK. Step-by-step guide covering name rules, fees, documents, etc
Running a Business as a Community Interest Company
Community Interests Company. Get a detailed view of the advantages and disadvantages of running a community interests company
Running a Business as an LLP
Running a business as an LLP. Get an understanding of the LLP business structure with Grow my Acorn
Running a Limited Company in the UK
Considering forming a limited company. Read our guide to see if the Limited Company is the right business structure
Running a Sole Trader Business
Becoming a sole trader. Read our guide to becoming a sole trader and see if it is the right business structure
Running a Business Partnership
Learn how business partnerships work in the UK. Setup, taxes, liability, agreements, pros & cons
Choosing the Right Business Structure
Discover UK business structures: sole trader, partnership, LLP, Ltd, PLC, CIC & charity. Pros & cons explained