‘Byte’ sized advice for time strapped SMEs

SMEs can now access more than 2,000 short videos of experts offering essential advice online courtesy of the Forum of Private Business (FPB) and GuruOnline.

In addition to the FPB’s business specialists, a collection of leading luminaries from the world of industry have recorded more than 30 hours of footage so far.

Each video shown on www.smallbusinesschannel.co.uk lasts on average just 60 seconds providing information on specific business issues that can be easily digested.

Phil Orford, the FPB’s chief executive, said: “As a leading lobby group and business support organisation, the FPB has always provided to its members with exhaustive, expert advice as well as understanding.

“But business owners are busy people. The website allows entrepreneurs to access essential, bespoke information on many business issues without having to negotiate a sea of text. It is a tool of empowerment, particularly during these testing times.”

Since its launch the FPB’s Economic Downturn Panel survey has shown that, despite a recent improvement in levels of satisfaction, bank support for small businesses has largely been in freefall.

Already, one of the more popular videos on The Small Business Channel is advice from the FPB’s national chairman on finance for small businesses.

Information on the FPB’s campaigns and money-saving products and services is available at www.fpb.org. For support on a vast range of business issues, visit www.smallbusinesschannel.co.uk