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The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Monzo team.

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Let's Talk Business
21 July 2021

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.

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Product Updates
Current Account Guides
6 July 2021

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.

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Let's Talk Business
30 June 2021

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.

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Let's Talk Business
Business Banking
16 June 2021

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!

Banking and Regulation
21 March 2022

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.

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Business Basics
Let's Talk Business
9 June 2021

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.

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Business Basics
Business Banking
2 June 2021

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!

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Let's Talk Business
28 May 2021

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.

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Let's Talk Business
26 May 2021

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.

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Let's Talk Business
Business Banking
20 May 2021

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.

Mental Health
12 May 2021

Supporting our customers through mental health problems

At Monzo we know that your mental health profoundly impacts how you manage your money.

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Fraud
13 May 2021

Card scams: what you need to know

Everything you need to know about the most common card scams out there, and how to protect yourself.

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Let's Talk Business
Business Banking
12 May 2021

4 ways to get off to a good start in the new tax year

Get into good habits from day one of the new tax year with these handy hints.

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Let's Talk Business
Business Banking
12 May 2021

Introducing new and improved invoices on Business Pro

Monzo Business Pro customers: we’ve made a bunch of improvements to invoices, to make them easier to send, and clearer to understand ✨

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Let's Talk Business
5 May 2021

8 ways to support local businesses coming out of lockdown

After being stuck at home for months, the country is starting to open up. As things return to normal, here are some ways to give your local businesses a boost.