

Getting the Most from AI: How to Ask the Best Questions
AI can do incredible things, but it's only as good as the information you feed into it. This is what's known as 'AI prompting'. Learning how to prompt AI correctly can help you get faster, better outcomes from the tools you're using. In this guide, we'll take a look at everything you need to know about AI prompting, including how to do it well and top tips to help you ask the best questions and unlock the full potential of AI tools for your small business. What is prompting

Federation of Small Businesses
Jul 8, 20255 min read


Inspection Woes Causing Chaos
There can’t be many of us that haven’t had delayed deliveries since the extra border checks came into being in April 2024. These checks...

Viv Bradford
Jul 8, 20253 min read


The Top Five Issues Small Business Owners Face
In my work, I’m lucky to work with some really diverse companies as well as many small business owners. I have to say, small business...

Emma Mills-Sheffield
Jul 7, 20254 min read


Creating the Perfect Wedding Consultation
Every bride wants to feel special and a wedding flower consultation is your opportunity to do this,

Jackie Whittaker
Jul 1, 20257 min read


15 Wedding Flower Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
Invaluable advise from floristry industry consultant and wedding expert Karen Barnes.

Karen Barnes
Jul 1, 20255 min read


Start Here: AI for Small Businesses
AI usage has exploded in recent years, and with good reason. Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini are all advancing rapidly and can now perform many tasks quicker and more accurately than humans. According to Our World in Data, AI systems can even outperform humans in some language and image recognition tests. While the idea of this can be frightening to some, when used correctly AI tools can be extremely advantageous for small busin

Federation of Small Businesses
Jun 26, 20255 min read


Making Your Wedding Business Work in a Recession
Viv Bradford shares her expertise on how to hang on to those wedding orders in a recession.

Viv Bradford
Jun 26, 20253 min read


Working with Wedding Venues and Wedding Planners
In the world of weddings, where emotion and aesthetics converge, florists play a vital role in shaping one of the most memorable days in...

Karen Barnes
Jun 19, 20255 min read


Here Comes Summer
Its the end of the school year, a prime opportunity to sell houseplants as gifts for teachers. Su Whale shares her tips for attracting sales

Su Whale
Jun 16, 20252 min read


Comparison is the Thief of all Joy
Anybody else feel like a total fraud? I was scrolling through Instagram the other day and in those squares of perfect floral loveliness,...

Viv Bradford
Jun 12, 20253 min read


Marketing Made Easy: Branding for Florists
Episode two of our eight point plan to help you create a strong and credible brand identity for your business

Lisa Harrison
Jun 6, 20254 min read


Green Tax Breaks for Your Business
The UK is ramping up its efforts to go green and get everyone on board; the government has rolled out some pretty great perks for people and businesses willing to make eco-friendly changes. In addition to saving your money (slashing energy costs), these green tax breaks are a win-win for your pocket and the environment. If you’re wondering how investing in sustainability can save you money, this guide breaks it all down in simple terms. What Are Green Tax Breaks?

Steph Gemson
Jun 5, 20254 min read


Summer Outdoor Floral Décor
Ever thought of Summer as being a real opportunity to promote your floral décor skills outdoors? As creative people, we should always be considering new angles and ideas to market and promote our business’s and skills, and Summer is a fabulous season to be inspired without door spaces. From patio areas and gardens to larger spaces that require the beauty and colour of flowers. Why Summer outdoor floral décor?

Karen Barnes
May 14, 20255 min read


How Much Do You Want To Spend?
Over the years I have worked in many florists’ shops, all with very different business and design styles. However, the one thing that has always struck me is the strange way we approach the cost of something with customers. I can think of no other industry where a customer would be asked how much they would like to spend and yet every florists I have worked in uses this exact phrase!

Viv Bradford
May 13, 20253 min read


Understanding Your Florist Software’s Development Process
Discover why understanding the development process behind your florist software is crucial. Learn the benefits of in-house development, strategic outsourcing, and how these choices impact your business’s reliability, customisation, and data security. As a florist, you dedicate yourself to crafting beautiful arrangements and delivering exceptional service. Behind the scenes, your florist software is the backbone of your operations, helping you manage orders, inventory, and del

Gemma Wakerley
May 12, 20255 min read







