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Joe Phelan

Joe Phelan

Business finance editor

About the Author

Joe is an experienced writer, journalist, and editor. He has written for the BBC, National Geographic, the Observer, and Monocle.

Joe joined the money.co.uk team in 2024, where he helps small business owners navigate the often confusing world of business finance. His role is to cut through the jargon and create clear, actionable content that empowers entrepreneurs to make confident financial decisions. He is passionate about breaking down complex topics, whether it's securing funding, managing cash flow, or understanding tax obligations, so that small businesses can thrive.

Beyond business finance, Joe is a Tottenham and Chicago Bears fan and is tolerated by his cat, Harris.

He writes a weekly insight for money.co.uk, published every Tuesday.

Expertise

SMEs
Sustainability
Business finance

Education

NCTJ Diploma In Journalism, Highbury College
BA Hons Journalism, University of Chester

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