How many people wish they could dictate when and where they would like to work, as well as how much they will be paid, at the click of a button on their Smartphone?

When it comes to marketing options with internet search, there are many avenues open to businesses. The choice you make will depend on whether you prefer to spend time setting up the process yourself, or spend money on affiliate programs.

The Start-Up Loans Company, chaired by former BBC Dragon James Caan that helps thousands of young people start a business has been given the green light to open their doors to budding entrepreneurs of all ages.

Plans for the International Festival for Business 2014 (IFB 2014), the 61-day expo of world-class events, bringing £100 million of inward investment to Britain, are to be unveiled today at a key UKTI export event in Liverpool.

Businesses wishing to enter the National Business Awards 2013 have until 5pm on 24th May 2013 to complete their entries. Smith & Williamson, the accountancy and investment management group, is partnering with the Awards in its 2013 search for Entrepreneur of the Year, and applicants can take advantage of a special discounted rate by visiting http://www.smith.williamson.co.uk/national-business-awards .

A legal firm called Brilliant Law is making it simpler for businesses to access its services with the launch of a new e-commerce service.

Crowdcube have used its own funding platform to raise £1.5 million in just three days.

The US is an obvious first choice for aspirant exporters and the recent Breakthrough trade mission to New York gave nine companies an important insight into its business culture.

The National Business Awards has revealed a white paper study that demonstrates the importance of strong leadership to British businesses. The research shows that both bosses and employees appreciate good leadership, with over 90% of those surveyed saying that it’s the most important influence on the success of an organisation.

The NextWomen are running a Pitch Evening with Investors on April 30 2013. This event, sponsored by Orrick, aims to support women-led businesses prepare and practice their investment pitches with a real panel of investors.