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BUSINESS TIP OF THE DAY

Choose your networking carefully

All too often I meet people who felt pressured to join a networking group and did so on their first visit. A good tip is to visit several and decide on one or two that you feel can meet your needs.
Never give in to pressure on the day, you need to carefully consider what the organisation offers. Does it offer training, mentoring and support. What do you have to commit to?
Speak to other members and find out about their experiences. See what people are saying about the group online. How are they going to help you promote your business?
Viva Business Networking.
(10-09-10)

 

Create a flawless reputation

It is important to create a flawless reputation so make sure client facing staff members are appropriately experienced to speak with confidence and to email accurately. Answering the telephone in a timely fashion and quickly transferring the caller to the correct person is critical to reputation so businesses should have an efficient telecoms system, suited to their business needs. Speak to Natterbox for more details.
Natterbox.
(10-09-10)

 

Your Branding & Identity

A vital part of your business is your branding and identity. First impressions are everything. An effective brand tells your customers and the world who you are and what you do. If you don't create a good first impression, potential customers may pass you by and never return again.
Anil Amrit Graphic & Web Design.
(09-09-10)

 

Free Up Some Space with Free Storage

Why not free up your office/working space by taking advantage of free storage. We offer free storage for a month with no further obligation. If you do stay you will find our prices competitive and our service excellent
Supastorage Ltd .
(08-09-10)

 

Believe in Yourself.

If you don't believe in yourself no-one else will, or your products or services.
WomansWork.
(08-09-10)

 

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OUTER LONDON COVERAGE

This section covers
Chingford, Chingford Hatch, Friday Hill, Hale End, Higham Hill, Highams Park, Leyton, Leytonstone, South Chingford, Upper Walthamstow, Walthamstow.


Other areas include:


* Barking & Dagenham

* Barnet

* Bexley
* Brent
* Bromley

* Croydon

* Ealing

* Enfield
* Haringey
* Harrow
* Havering

* Hillingdon

* Hounslow

* Kingston-upon-Thames
* Merton
* Newham

* Redbridge

* Richmond-upon-Thames

* Sutton

 

 
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If you run a business in Waltham Forest or if you are thinking of setting up a new business in Waltham Forest we hope that you will find this site both interesting and useful.

 

It has been designed to help you find local firms and business support organisations who will be happy to give you friendly advice as well as provide the services that you may need.

 

Local Firms

Although there are plenty of online business directories, it can sometimes be quite difficult to find LOCAL companies who are genuinely keen to support you. For example if you are based in Waltham Forest, it makes sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer based in Waltham Forest who is prepared to help small businesses or new business start ups.

 

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Business Information

You will find LOCAL business information and useful contacts in these Waltham Forest business pages, but we have also created an extensive library of general business information to help give your business the best chance of success. The answers to 100's of the most frequently asked business questions can be found, including:

 

Q. Starting A New Business - What are the key considerations before I start?

Q. Starting A New Business - Should I buy an existing business?

Q. Running A Small Business - Why is it important to have a business plan?

Q. Running A Small Business - What is marketing?

Q. Small Business Funding - How can I raise start up capital?

 

 

See the Start Your Own Business home page for a full list of subjects covered.

 

USEFUL BUSINESS WEBSITES

 

  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 | See website for full details.
  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
  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

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