By Kate Pritchard - November 21, 2008 5:11pm GMT

Melissa Choi, the 34-year-old entrepreneur behind luxury green tea firm Choi Time, is one of just two companies to secure a Small Firms Loan Guarantee from NatWest this year.

By Simon Kearsley* - November 21, 2008 4:37pm GMT

During a downturn it’s natural to think about ways in which you can reduce your monthly bills, but the act of scrutinising costs isn’t just about shedding pounds, it can also help you understand how to maximise profits.

By Catherine Woods - November 21, 2008 3:58pm GMT

New finance directors have been appointed at Barrie & Hibbert and I-Financial Services group.

By Rebecca Burn-Callander - November 21, 2008 3:06pm GMT

House prices may be falling. The economy is in tatters. But there is a silver lining if you happen to have some spare cash lying around.

By Catherine Woods - November 20, 2008 4:12pm GMT

If you've spotted the name of one of your employees on the BNP membership list that's been made public, the worst thing you can do is dismiss them on the spot.

By Catherine Woods - November 21, 2008 5:10pm GMT

Do you fancy yourself as a bit of a writer? Would you like the chance to publicly or anonymously share what’s happening in your business with the world wide interweb?

By Rebecca Burn-Callander - November 21, 2008 10:57am GMT

The Friday funnies are something of a Real Business tradition these days. Check out our hilarious gems from Chuckletown. 

By Kate Pritchard - November 20, 2008 5:11pm GMT

At the National Business Awards on Tuesday, Peter Mandelson revealed where his real loyalties lie. And it’s not just with small businesses.

By Matthew Rock - November 17, 2008 9:50am GMT

And, boy, do we need it...

By Rebecca Burn-Callander - November 14, 2008 3:44pm GMT

Take five and have a little chuckle at the best business humour around.