Business Advice Harlesden

Federation of Small Businesses are experts in business. Formed in 1974, we are a non-profit making and non-political organisation whose member base covers the length and breadth of the UK. Our aim is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions. We realise this aim by offering our members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support and powerful voice in government, influencing the decisions that affect their businesses. Contact your local representative: Jay Pawagadhi on 07726 117 238

When starting a business there are many things to consider. You will need to research your market and identify what finances and resources you will need to get started. You will need to complete research and organise your ideas by setting these out in a business plan. There are a number of organisations in Brent that provide support and advice on how to start up a business or work for yourself.

Levelling Up means creating opportunities for everyone across the UK by: improving jobs, pay and living standards making streets safer protecting health and wellbeing investing in high streets and town centres improving local transport Opportunities wherever you areThe UK Government is investing 13 billion in Levelling Up projects for local people and local businesses across the country to help grow the economy, create jobs, improve transport and provide skills training and local business support. You can find local projects from this page.

SEIDs is a charity whose mission is to help people who are unemployed or underemployed find decent, meaningful and dignified work through self-employment, training and living wage job opportunities. Help starting a business | We provide a range of free business programmes, both face to face and online, that enable people to acquire the skills, confidence and networks to start their own business. Mentoring - we partner with businesses to offer tailored mentoring support for our clients. Space - we have a range of offices, meeting rooms and coworking desks available for rent in our newly refurbished space in Wembley. Empire Way, Wembley HA9 0RJ

We invest in research and innovation to enrich lives, drive economic growth, and create jobs and high-quality public services across the UK. We are transforming tomorrow together.

Business and Enterprise Advice. If you have an idea for an organisation or business, or want to grow your existing business, get in touch with one of our expert advisers, Julian and Chris. Both have significant business experience. Free training and networking available too. Make an appointment today! Contact Chris chris@southkilburntrust.org and Julian julian@southkilburntrust.org

The Department for Business & Trade helps businesses export and grow into global markets. We also help overseas companies locate and grow in the UK. Our services are provided in over 100 markets throughout the world. We are passionate about what we do. Thats why we constantly review our services in light of customer feedback and the impact they offer, which means theyll vary from time to time.

We offer the services of an experienced Finance Director with over 20 years commercial experience. This service is aimed at Small and Medium sized enterprises (SMEs) that wish to benefit from the experience of a seasoned Finance Professional but currently cant justify the cost of employing one on a full time basis. Think of this a fractional ownership of your own FD.

Prowess is the online hub for women-friendly business support, inspiration and information. Our vision is an environment where women in business can flourish. Be inspired Prowess is full of stories and shared experiences from women who’ve made their own way in business. Everyone has a story to tell. And women who are thinking of starting a business – and those looking to grow – say there aren’t enough stories of real women in business out there. In our recent survey 43% said they wanted to read more experiences and case studies from ‘real’ women in business! Read them here, or submit your own here.

The Freelance Heroes portal is the best place for UK freelancers and small business owners to be seen and get the support they need. Whether you’re starting out, settling in to or scaling up your freelance business, navigating the changing marketplace can be challenging. That’s why on top of essential practical support, our community provides the moral support to help you go it alone without feeling alone. We like to think of our members as virtual business sidekicks; always there, when you need them. Free membership includes: fortnightly emails with tips and news; the right to access advice and support through our 10,000 strong community of freelancers; invites to our community events.

A new integrated network of business support agencies providing free advice and guidance. Entrepreneurs wanting to start a business in West London and Small Businesses or wanting to grow in West London can now call one Central number for free business advice.

Advice and business mentoring service for private practice professionals, specialise in advising Independent Social Workers, Therapists and Counsellors on marketing strategy, web sites and general business support.