Emily Clark

1 week ago | startups.co.uk | Emily Clark

You don’t have to be a business expert to know that networking is extremely important, even for entrepreneurs who prefer their own company. Whether it’s your first time or you’re already a seasoned pro, maintaining a network helps you build relationships, get support through difficult times and even open up opportunities for business deals and partnerships. Today’s networking events don’t expect you to show up in a suit and tie and make awkward small talk.

1 week ago | startups.co.uk | Emily Clark

The weather may be a little hit and miss right now. But (as always) Brits are up and ready to celebrate the start of summer this month. As we eagerly await warmer weather, sales are starting to heat up too, meaning dropshippers are jumping on seasonal trends with high-demand products from the best dropshipping suppliers. We’ve done the digging for you and found the most popular products trending right now, backed by data and insights from the top ecommerce pros.

1 week ago | mytotalretail.com | Emily Clark

There's a reason artificial intelligence is increasingly common — it simplifies processes, improves performance, creates growth opportunities, and drives results. Agentic AI is the next wave of technology innovation that’s sweeping across a variety of industries, including retail. From use as sales agents to personalized shopping assistants to automated checkout, agentic AI is redefining the benefits of technology advancements in the retail industry.

2 weeks ago | startups.co.uk | Emily Clark

When running an ecommerce business, offering refunds is essential for building trust and loyalty with customers. But sometimes, consumers take advantage of that trust by exploiting generous returns policies. Termed ‘refund abuse’, the practice takes many forms. And as the requests pile up, so do the costs for businesses. As a result, today’s sellers find themselves facing an impossible task — the need to combat refund abuse and protect profit margins, without losing loyalty. What is refund abuse?

2 weeks ago | startups.co.uk | Emily Clark

“I got it off TikTok” might be a reasonable phrase when talking about DIY hacks or new outfits. But not so much for deciding your business strategy. The platform’s immense popularity over the years has led to countless trends. And among the viral dances, funny sounds and clever life hacks, TikTok has also become a breeding ground for business advice — some helpful, and some better off left in the drafts.