Why we don’t run content marketing
We write a fair amount on this site. We don't, however, run content marketing. A note on the difference, and why it matters for how clients should evaluate our work.
Managing your money as a UK micro-business: a practical guide
A no-nonsense look at the routines that keep a small UK business solvent — separating accounts, building a buffer, getting paid on time and watching the right numbers.
Spring 2026: continuing to support our customers
A short update on where we are as we move through the spring of 2026, and a reminder of the help available whenever you need it.
How we hire — Credicorp’s six-step process, demystified
No exploding offers, no whiteboard puzzles, no "culture fit" mysticism. Credicorp's hiring process in six concrete steps, with what each step is actually trying to find out.
On apprenticeships and entry-level hiring
We don't currently hire apprentices or graduates. A short explanation of why, and what we're doing differently to develop early-career talent in the meantime.
What our team does between your application and your money landing
An honest, plain-English walk-through of the work that happens after you submit a Credicorp application — and why it almost always lands the same working day.
Welsh, Gaelic and Scots in the portal — a progress note
We have widened our Welsh, Scottish Gaelic and Scots vocabulary across the chrome of the customer portal — a small step on the way to a fully bilingual experience.
Notes on the UK SME consulting market in spring 2026
Three months in, some observations on the UK SME consulting market — what we're seeing in demand, pricing, and where the gaps are.
What is Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and how does it differ from SEO?
Generative Engine Optimization is the practice of structuring content so AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude cite it. Here is how GEO differs from SEO.
CM Beyer publishes ESG framework and governance commitments
CM Beyer Limited has published its ESG framework, covering environmental policy, social responsibility, corporate governance, supply chain standards, modern slavery commitments, and anti-bribery policy.
Starting a Business in the UK: CM Beyer publishes practical guide
CM Beyer has published a step-by-step guide to starting a business in the UK, covering company formation, tax registration, compliance obligations and the first 90 days of operation.
Small Business Marketing Benchmarks UK 2026: what good looks like
CM Beyer has published a marketing benchmarks report for UK small businesses, covering Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, SEO, email and website performance data for 2026.
April in numbers: month three
A short data-driven look at how April actually went — engagements, proposals, hires, and what the numbers say about where we're heading.
How AI Overviews are changing UK search traffic in 2026
Google AI Overviews are reducing click-through rates for informational searches. What UK businesses are seeing and how to respond.
The State of UK Direct Sales 2026: CM Beyer publishes industry report
CM Beyer has published a comprehensive report on the UK direct sales industry, covering market size, sector benchmarks, compliance trends and operational best practices for 2026.
When a loan is declined: how we tell you, and what next
Not every application is right for us, and not every business is right for a Credicorp loan. Here is what a decline looks like, what it means, and the options.
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