Guy Rigby, Smith & Williamson



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Wondering how to start a business successfully? Guy Rigby, head of Entrepreneurs Tax and Business services at Smith & Williamson, gives expert entrepreneurial advice in this video covering a range of topics including what a good business plan should entail and how to deal with the financial aspects of running your own business.

Guy Rigby is a highly experienced chartered accountant, specialising in working with and advising entrepreneurs. In this entrepreneur video he offers his views on strategic planning, the ideal management team, and the importance of budgeting and managing cash flow, something key to all businesses.

Guy Rigby's familiarity with the entrepreneurial world means that his advice is highly resourceful and holds relevance to all business sectors. He outlines the crucial importance of research and planning, as well as the high level of preparation required when pitching your business idea to potential investors. Guy Rigby also gives guidance on how best to tackle complex tax issues, whether you are a sole trader or a larger business. Looking at past start-up success stories, such as that of easyJet, he offers his opinion on the best type of business strategy and the importance of paying attention to detail.

So be it business planning, financing, how to get investment, tax issues or simply how to get started, Guy Rigby provides expert advice on all these areas and the essential ingredients for a successful small business.

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