It’s a new age for entrepreneurship. Doing good in the world while maintaining a business no longer is an oddity. Companies are now being built on the very foundation of doing good in the world. Today, you have companies designing sneakers entirely from recycled materials, or food joints that go to lengths to make sure they source all their ingredients locally, or businesses that make a point of hiring people who traditionally struggled in the job market, such as vets, elderly and less-able bodied people. Consumers are responding in kind, and rewarding companies that pursue making the world a better place next to their bottom line. These companies are usually referred to as ethical businesses.

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One of the hardest things about running your own business is knowing whether or not you need to hire a lawyer. Whether you have been a victim of a cyber security breach or someone has stolen your intellectual property, you need to be sure hiring a lawyer is the best possible option for you. Whilst it may seem difficult at first, there are lots of questions you can ask yourself to be sure you’re making the right decision. With that in mind, here are 5 things to consider before hiring a lawyer:

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Flexible working is one of the most sort after benefits in the modern workplace. Recent studies show that around 71% of the workforce value flexible working opportunities above any other benefits. More of us are working around other commitments, and for many, flexible working hours are the only way that they can continue to work.

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