Your website domain name (web address) does not have to be the same as your business name, but it should contain one of your major keywords, e.g. networking. Authentic Networking. (03-09-10)
Understand your costs
There's no point being in business unless you can make money from what you do, so understand all your costs and don't shy away from being honest about the value of your time. When you nail the costs of operating your business, you will gain a greater knowledge of the margins possible.
You don't have to re-invent the wheel, you just need to find the best way of buying and selling one to make a profit! Ashbourne Colour Print. (02-09-10)
How to find what IP your business owns
Every business will own some form of intellectual property. It could be the artistic design, shape, technology or brand of your product or process, but do you know how to protect and exploit these intellectual assets?
To find out more why not take a free IP HealthCheck at the following web page.
Office space is expensive and usually requires a long term commitment. If you have the resource, working from home keeps your overheads down and if you need a business address it's worth consideing a Virtual office which will project the right company image without the huge overheads. voxclever. (01-09-10)
Banks and Plan
Get a good financial plan / cashflow together and negotiate with your bank to get cheaper bank charges and an overdraft just in case you need it during the first difficult few months Vince Lavin. (01-09-10)
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pages, but we have also created an extensive library
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business the best chance of success. The answers
to 100's of the most frequently asked business questions
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Business Link
Business Link is a free business advice and support service, available online and through local advisers. Businesslink.gov.uk helps your business save time and money by giving you instant access to clear, simple, and trustworthy information. It is developed in partnership with subject experts within government and relevant business-support organisations to help you comply with regulations and improve your performance. Whether you're starting up, already running a business, or looking to grow and develop, Business Link can help you. | http://www.businesslink.gov.uk |
0845 600 9 006
Business Link in London.
Business Link in London is a free, impartial business advice service available to anyone starting or running a small or medium sized business in the capital. info@bllondon.co.uk | http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/london |
0845 6000 787
Centa.
Centa provides a range of funded and commercial services aimed at new entrepreneurs and established firms. Centa Business Services has over 24 years experience of providing impartial advice and hands on support to start-upand micro businesses; from securing finance, to mentoring, expanding business ideas, training and practical help to set up and run a business. | http://www.centa.co.uk |
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City Business Library.
The City Business Library is a public reference library specialising in current business information which is intended to be of practical use. cbl@cityoflondon.gov.uk | http://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/citybusinesslibrary |
020 7332 1812
Ealing and Hillingdon Education Business Partnership.
Programmes offer young people the opportunity to extend their vocational learning through building their knowledge of the world of work through business, enterprise and entrepreneurship, whilst developing key skills for employability. Our programmes provide opportunities for local and national employers to engage with education in a variety of ways, to the benefit of all. | http://www.ehebp.co.uk |
020 7903 8795
Federation of Small Business Greater London.
The Federation of Small Businesses is the UK's largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. Formed in 1974, it now has over 200,000 members across 33 regions. In addition, Member Services is committed to delivering a wide range of high quality, good value business services to members of the FSB. | http://www.fsb.org.uk |
01708 621 258
Gateway to London.
Talk to Gateway to London for advice on how a London Thames Gateway location could be your best move. Our professional team works closely with medium and large companies already based in the region to realise their growth plans, as well as UK businesses looking for a London location. Our Commercial Property Service is free and confidential and has already helped a wide range of companies to secure their future success. info@gtlon.co.uk | http://www.gtlon.co.uk |
020 7540 5560
Greater London Enterprise.
GLE Group comprises four business areas that are each focused on maximising the potential of individuals, small enterprises and growing businesses. By bringing commercial know-how in economic development, finance and regeneration GLE delivers public policy objectives. | http://www.gle.co.uk |
020 7403 0300
Learning and Skills Council - London.
The Learning and Skills Council exists to make England better skilled and more competitive. We have a single goal: to improve the skills of England’s young people and adults to ensure we have a workforce of world-class standard. | http://www.lsc.gov.uk |
0845 019 4144
London Business Development Corporation.
To succeed in business, you need the business idea, skills, financial resources and the support to make it all happen. London Business Development Corporation(LBDC) is here to give you access to all these essential business requirements, giving you the edge you need in order to succeed. If you own or currently running a business, planning to start up or are in the growth phase, this is the place to grow. With knowledge, expertise and experience in various specialist areas, our staff and consultants can support your business at any stage. Our services include business advice, developing a business plan, mentoring, support, training seminars, networking events and access to finance. We are here to help your business grow. | http://www.lbdc.org.uk |
020 8376 6262
London Chamber of Commerce.
33 Queen Street, London, EC4R 1AP. E-mail: lc@londonchamber.co.uk | http://www.londonchamber.co.uk |
Marketest
Marketest is a leading online market research company. We have more than 10 years� experience in helping start-ups by testing their target market. We primarily work for start-up entrepreneurs and companies launching a new product or service. We provide local, national and international market research using more than 800,000 targeted panellists. contact@marketest.co.uk | http://www.marketest.co.uk |
020 7687 1234
oneLondon.
GLE Group comprises four business areas that are each focused on maximising the potential of individuals, small enterprises and growing businesses. By bringing commercial know-how in economic development, finance and regeneration GLE delivers public policy objectives. info@gle.co.uk | http://www.gle.co.uk/onelondon |
0800 032 0946
Social Enterprise London.
Social enterprises are building an inspired world, meeting the most complex social and environmental challenges through business. At Social Enterprise London our mission is to support and promote their success, positioning London as the global leader of the social enterprise movement. Our vision is a prosperous London with social enterprise at its heart. | http://www.sel.org.uk |
020 7022 1920
West London Alliance.
The West London Alliance (WLA) comprises the boroughs of Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow. The WLA’s aims are: To lobby for the interests of the sub-region. To develop collaborative strategies and initiatives on key issues such as transport and economic development. To improve provision of public services in West London through sharing knowledge, expertise and resources, undertaking joint ventures, and securing additional resources | http://www.westlondonalliance.org |
020 8753 2785
West London Business.
Whatever your size and whatever your sector, West London Business can help your business grow and compete. With a series of top quality business information and networking events, a strong lobbying and representation profile and a membership brimming with businesses from across the sub-region, West London Business is the premier business network. | http://www.westlondon.com |
020 8607 2500
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