Monzo Blog
The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Monzo team.
How to successfully run your own 'design input' sessions
Product designer Dom breaks down our Design team's secrets to running an effective 'design input' session.
Why your design team should run 'design input' sessions
Discipline-wide, remote-friendly sessions where product designers, user researchers, brand designers and design directors all bring their knowledge to the table to help provide valuable feedback to work in progress.
'I started my dream business and became my own boss during lockdown’
27-year-old Londoner Alexandra quit her marketing job to launch a candle business at the height of the pandemic. And thanks to some savvy saving, prudent budgeting and a practical business bank account, she hasn’t looked back.
5 ways to save time with Monzo Business invoicing
Getting paid is fun. But often, what goes on behind the scenes isn’t. Here's how Monzo Business invoices can make your life better!
Spinning up an Analytics Engineering Team
We've formed a new Analytics Engineering team to define what great Data looks like at Monzo, and power up teams to do great work.
The human impact of late payments on small businesses
Paying small businesses late isn't just about the money, it can have a real impact on people's mental health too.
Improved international transfers, powered by Wise
It's typically lower cost and easier to make an international transfer with Monzo than with high street banks.
12 essential interview questions, chosen by the Monzo hiring team!
Asking good questions is an essential skill when you're interviewing candidates. So we asked our Hiring team for their favourites.
What to look for in your first employee, according to Monzo Business customers
We asked Monzo Business customers what qualities they look for in the first hire for their business. Here's what they had to say!
Our Tax Strategy
The tax we pay helps to fund the public services that we all rely on. As a responsible business, we’re committed to doing the right thing for society, and that approach is reflected in our tax strategy.
Why getting paid on time really, really matters
Having to chase payments costs you more than just the money you're missing out on, it's extra work that takes up more time and causes extra stress.
Seven steps to validate your business idea
So you've got a business idea. But does it actually hold water? Here's some ways to put it to the test!
Holding onto improved financial habits
Many small businesses have improved their financial discipline over the last 12 months. Even as the pandemic recedes and growth returns, these habits are well worth holding onto.
Four essential monthly tasks for every small business owner
As a business owner, there are hundreds of little tasks demanding your attention. But here are four things you can do every month that can make a big difference.
Back to the future: it’s time to start planning your business again
Things are slowly getting back to normal. So it's a great time to think about planning for the future of your business.
