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How can hairdressers and barbers reopen safely

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31 March 2021

AXA explains what steps hairdressers and barbers must take to reopen safely.

How retail businesses can reopen safely

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31 March 2021

What steps and precautions your retail business must take to reopen safely.

Coronavirus advice for the beauty and aesthetics industry

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31 March 2021

We explain the steps the beauty and aesthetics industry need to take to reopen safely amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Are consultants getting enough me time?

Workplace and wellbeing

9 March 2021

Find out how you can improve your work-life balance

Budget 2021: what does it mean for small business and the self-employed?

Business news and opinion

9 March 2021

AXA summarises the 2021 Budget with the need-to-know information for small business owners and the self employed

How to write a business continuity plan

Growth and strategy

2 March 2021

What is business continuity planning (BCP)? Outline how your business will operate during an unplanned disruption with AXA’s handy checklist and template.

How to write an invoice

Finance and legal

26 January 2021

A step-by-step guide on how to write an invoice, common invoice requirements and a downloadable example of an invoice.  

How to import and export after Brexit

Transport and logistics

2 January 2021

After Brexit, new rules will change the way your business trades with the EU.

How to keep your business organised

Workplace and wellbeing

14 December 2020

Easy ways to keep your business organised and running at its best

How to protect your business from storm and weather damage

Safety and insurance

10 November 2020

Find out how to protect your business premises from floods, high winds and show.

Software and tools for small home businesses

Digital and innovation

20 September 2020

With many small businesses going online and working from home for the first time, AXA looks at the business software and tools to help make your job easier.

How to start working freelance

Starting up

6 August 2020

Thinking of working freelance? AXA’s guide explains the role of a freelancer and how to start a freelance business.

Can a pop-up shop boost your business?

Marketing and brand

1 June 2020

Why opening a pop-up shop might be the next step for your business

How small businesses are surviving lockdown

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29 May 2020

Are you worried about your small business during lockdown? Maybe you’re self-employed and unsure about social distancing? AXA’s guide explains more.

How trades businesses can reopen safely

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29 May 2020

What steps and precautions your trades business must take to reopen safely