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When sustainable practices are pitched to business startups as good for the bottom line and core to the founder’s mission, they’re more likely to succeed. Alisa Bright on Unsplash

July 23, 2026

There’s a business case for companies to embrace sustainability – if it’s pitched the right way

Israa Ameen Thiab, Rochester Institute of Technology and Clyde Eiríkur Hull, Rochester Institute of Technology

Many sustainability programs may be aiming at the wrong target because most entrepreneurs won’t become environmental activists.

November 8, 2024

Most businesses won’t pay more national insurance. But the UK’s small employers still need support

Jagannadha Pawan Tamvada, Kingston University

Small and medium-sized businesses employ nearly 60% of the UK’s workforce.

November 5, 2024

How imposter syndrome and a lack of self‑confidence can hold small businesses back

Valery Emeson, Anglia Ruskin University

The psychology of small business owners can affect whether they take out loans that could help them flourish.

June 30, 2024

NZ’s productivity stagnation requires a long‑term plan from politicians. Here’s how

Dennis Wesselbaum, University of Otago

For decades, New Zealand has struggled to substantially improve its productivity levels. But there are key ways the government can address this issue – improving the economic wellbeing of the country.

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