Strategy
Practical marketing strategy guides for UK small businesses, covering planning, budgets, positioning and growth. Prefer expert help? Business Mate is a UK marketing agency, and if you want a marketing strategy agency to build the plan with you, our consultancy team can help. You can also compare our monthly marketing packages or book a free call.
Strategy
UK Marketing Industry Statistics 2026: How Many Marketing Businesses Are There?
There were 60,470 advertising and market research businesses in the UK in 2026, with 236,000 people and £66.3bn turnover. Official figures explained.
Strategy
UK Small Business Trends 2026: 5 Things The New Data Shows
5 UK small business trends from the government's 2026 figures: fastest growing sectors, the most crowded regions and what they mean for marketing.
Strategy
Advertising Agencies In The UK: Types, Costs And How To Choose
A guide to advertising agencies in the UK: what they do, the platforms they use, how much they charge and how to choose one.…
Agency Benefits
Digital Marketing Agency Services Explained: What You Get And What It Costs
The main services for digital marketing explained: SEO, ads, social media, content, email and websites, what they cost and where small businesses should start.
Strategy
Innovative Marketing Campaigns: 7 UK Examples And What Small Businesses Can Learn
7 of the best marketing campaigns in the UK, from KFC to John Lewis, what made them work and how small businesses can use…
Strategy
Best Marketing Agencies In London: How To Choose The Right One
How to choose the best marketing agency in London: agency types, the biggest marketing companies, costs, questions to ask and red flags to avoid.
SEO
How Much Does SEO Cost In The UK? A Guide For Small Businesses
How SEO is priced in the UK, typical costs for audits, local and national SEO, what affects the price and affordable ways for small…
Product Reviews
Affiliate Marketing In The UK: How It Works And The Best Programmes To Join
How affiliate marketing works in the UK, the best affiliate programmes for small business owners, how to start, and the UK rules you need…
Seasonal Promotions
When Is Cyber Week? A Cyber Week Marketing Plan For Small Businesses
When is Cyber Week, and how can small businesses make the most of it? Dates, Cyber Week vs Black Friday, a day-by-day plan and…
Seasonal Promotions
Black Friday Marketing Ideas For Small Business (+ Cyber Week Plan)
12 Black Friday marketing ideas for small businesses that don't rely on slashing prices, plus a simple day-by-day Cyber Week plan and the mistakes…
Product Reviews
Marketing Tools For Small Business: 10 Free Tools We Actually Use
The marketing tools for small business we use every day, from Canva and Google Business Profile to Mailchimp, Cal.com and Semrush. Free plans and…
Strategy
Outsourced Marketing Company Explained For Growth
If you’re trying to grow your business but struggling to manage marketing effectively, working with an outsourced marketing company could be the solution. Many…
