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Thursday, 01 October 2020
Micro-merchants - how beepaid could help you
Micro-merchants are the backbone of the UK economy, accounting for 96% of all businesses in 2019, and yet it’s a world that’s often misunderstood. So, before we go into how takepayments can help micro-merchants get paid, let’s strip it right back and look at what being a micro-merchant really means, as well as the challenges they face when it comes to payments.
Wednesday, 30 September 2020
How do I take card payments over the phone?
Taking card payments over the phone lets you reach customers who can't come to your business in person, opens doors that would be closed otherwise during this period and could help you keep trading until everything returns to normal. Wondering how you go about actually doing it? Don’t worry, it’s super simple and you’ve got a couple of options:
Wednesday, 30 September 2020
What's payment tokenisation?
As a small business owner, naturally, the safety of your and your customers’ data is at the top of your list of priorities. You’ve probably heard the work tokenisation bandied about, in fact it’s become a bit of a buzz word in the world of payments, but what does it really mean?
Tuesday, 22 September 2020
What is a MOTO payment?
Let’s not sugar coat it, we’re living through some crazy times at the moment. The COVID pandemic of 2020 has impacted every level of life as we knew it, including the payments landscape. With a lot of UK consumers afraid to hit the high street and mingle with others, small businesses are having to adapt and change their strategies in order to stay afloat.
Monday, 21 September 2020
Hiring your first employee
When starting your own business, there are lots of tasks to do and we’re always in awe of anyone who has the passion and drive to take it on. In the early days, you’re a team of one - responsible for everything - and wearing so many different hats can be pretty tough. So if you’ve reached a point now where you think you’re ready to hire your first employee, firstly let us say congratulations! You’re obviously smashing life as an entrepreneur, and for that, you deserve a pat on the back.
Monday, 21 September 2020
How to use a QR code
The average Brit spends 3 hours and 15 minutes on the internet every single day, and two-thirds of this time is spent on a smartphone. With technology constantly evolving to be faster and more efficient, we’re now accustomed to expecting access to anything and everything at the touch of a button - convenience is king to UK consumers.
Wednesday, 16 September 2020
What is a mobile card reader?
The world of card payments has come on in leaps and bounds in recent years, meaning the days of only being able to accept payment on plastic from one place are gone. So, if you’re the kind of business that takes your services on the road, like a mobile food vendor, mobile beautician or hairdresser, taxi driver or tradesman, then a mobile reader could be right up your street.
Tuesday, 01 September 2020
Taxis - are you taking card payments?
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted workers across all industries and we don’t need to tell you taxi drivers were no exception - at the height of early lockdown when streets up and down the country were empty and everyone was forced to stay home it was a pretty challenging climate, to say the very least. But, as measures continue to ease and joe public tentatively heads back out, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel for our beloved cabbies.
Tuesday, 01 September 2020
The best TED talks for small businesses
With everything that’s going on in the world right now, it can be easy to feel bogged down and lacking in motivation - even without a global pandemic, life as a business owner is hectic and there are never enough hours in the day. So, if you’re in need of a little inspiration and a kick up the proverbial, you’re in the right place. We love nothing more than watching es thrive, so let us take one thing off your plate and help inject a little oomph into your business with our guide to the 10 best TED talks to motivate and inspire.