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How to Become a Landscape Gardener

Seven out of eight households in the UK have access to a garden, so the opportunities are plenty. Learn how to become a gardener with Square’s expertise.

How to Nail Your Text Marketing Strategy

Text message marketing can be a powerful addition to your marketing strategy. We look at how to perfect your marketing strategy to build powerful relationships.

How to Protect Your Small Business from Cyber Attacks

With over half of all UK SMEs experiencing some form of cyber attack over the past year, we look at how to improve your business cybersecurity.

How to Create Online Tutorials for Your Business

Keep up with the digital landscape and create online tutorials for your business. Benefit from brand exposure, customer satisfaction, and extra revenue.

How to Meet Increased Customer Demand as You Reopen

Customer demand is fluctuating as businesses reopen. Use these operational tips to help you keep up with increased customer demand.

How to Set Up Recurring Payments

Recurring payments help you get paid faster — and they’re always free with Square Invoices. Learn how to set up recurring payments so you get paid on time, every time.

6 Ways to Boost Business with Instagram Stories and Reels

Learn how to drive online sales and increase social media engagement with Instagram Stories and Reels. Read our guide to boost your brand with Square.

5 Ways to Get Your Products in Retail Stores

Discover how to get your products into retail stores and how to take this next step for your brand. Learn more business tips with Square.

How to Become a Wedding Planner

Learn how to become a wedding planner with our helpful guide. Discover everything you need to know about getting your brand off the ground with Square.

Is It Time to Upgrade Your Payment Hardware?

Your payment solutions need to be fast, secure and reliable. Here are seven key questions to ask if you’re thinking about upgrading your payment hardware.

Commercial Kitchen Equipment List for Quick-Service Restaurants

Building out your restaurant space is a crucial part of your business plan. Find out how best to stock it and what you need to consider with our checklist.

What Equipment Do You Need to Open Your Retail Store?

After you’ve nailed your business plan and financing, what retail equipment and supplies do you need to open your store? Here’s everything you’ll need for a smooth opening.

The Essential Bar Equipment Checklist

Setting up and running a bar can be a challenge but planning is the first key step. Find the essentials you need with our bar equipment guide.

Your Essential Salon Equipment Checklist

Here’s everything you’ll need for setting up your new salon. We’ve got you covered with the essential salon equipment and supplies checklist.

The Essential Restaurant Equipment Checklist

Thinking of opening a new restaurant? Check out this essential restaurant equipment buying guide for everything you will need to open a commercial kitchen.

How this neighbourhood wine shop and bar is embracing technology as it grows

A family run business, Franklin’s Wine is a boutique store offering a curated selection of wines from across the globe.

How to Start a Clothing Business

Do you love fashion? Then learning how to start a clothing line could be at the top of your to-do list. Find out how to start a clothing brand with Square.

Your guide to selling wholesale

Explore the ways to get involved in wholesaling and how exactly you can start selling wholesale products to retailers. Expand your brand with Square.

5 Ways to Improve Customer Omnichannel Experience

Discover 5 ways you can improve your omnichannel customer experience with Square. From getting to know your customers to investing in the latest tech.

5 Tips for Small Businesses to Achieve Zero Net Carbon Emissions

Stay ahead of trends and benefit from being more environmentally sustainable. Discover our tips for reaching zero net carbon emissions as a small business.

4 Ways to Take Payment in Professional Services

Taking secure payments is an essential part of doing business. Discover the four main ways to collect payments for your small business with Square.

What is a Barback? Their Role Explained

The role of a barback is sometimes overlooked in a hospitality business. This guide explains what a barback does and why they’re important for your bar.

6 Tips for Omnichannel Retailers in 2023

Omnichannel marketing is essential in today’s digital environment. Discover 6 tips for developing a successful omnichannel retail strategy with Square.

Website Tips for your Appointment-Based Business

If you’re an appointment-based business, having software that automates your systems efficiently is key to success. Find out more with our guide.

International Shipping: Setting Your Business Up for Success

Learn the ins and outs of international shipping and how it can help you expand your small business. Find out how to ship internationally with Square.

How to Tackle Fake Customer Reviews of Your Business

Fake reviews damage business. If your business receives fake Google reviews or fake reviews on other sites, learn how to tackle the issue with Square.

How to communicate with customers about out-of-stock items

Retailers need to communicate about out-of-stock items effectively to develop and maintain good relationships with their customers. Here are some tips to help.

A Guide to Automatic Enrolment and Workplace Pensions 2022

All employers are legally obligated to put staff into a workplace pension, here’s what you need to know about automatic enrolment.

How to Open a Private Practice in the UK

Kick start the next stage of your medical career and discover how to start a private practice. From qualifications to business tips, learn more with Square.

Networking tips for small business owners

Uncover the art of small business networking, bolster your brand, and find how it could work for you. With Square, it’s easy to get started.

How to Value Your Small Business: A Guide

Learn to calculate business value with this guide to small business valuation. Whether it’s time to sell or grow, it helps to know your company’s worth.

Sustainable Business Ideas for 2024

Go green with a sustainable business. Whether you’re new to business or need an eco-friendly refresh, Square have the resources to get you started today.

5 Ways to Introduce New Income Streams to Your Business

Find out how introducing new income streams can help boost your business, offset losses and increase your profits. Read our top five tips to get started.

What is Passive Income and How Can You Start Earning?

Discover how to increase your income without increasing your workload. Learn how to generate passive income and start earning while you sleep with Square.

7 Alternative Revenue Streams for Restaurants

Explore how you can diversify your restaurant services and introduce alternative income sources with new revenue streams. Find out more with Square.

How to Optimise Your Bookings on Social Media

Whether you’re a spa, salon or personal trainer, social media booking — and Instagram booking specifically — is a high-growth area to consider investing in and optimizing.