Growing

We all know that growing can be painful. It doesn’t have to be.

Starting a business is challenging enough, but where do you go from there? Once things are in motion, it can be difficult to see exactly where the journey will take you in the long term.

The truth is, you can never know for sure.

But our experienced team of advisers have the knowledge and the insight to help you plot a steady course together, navigate these uncharted and unpredictable waters and grow your business into something special.

If that sounds like you, reach out. Our advisers are on hand and waiting to help you take your business to the next level. Wherever or whatever that may be.

We’ve also brought together a range of business toolkits to help you develop and grow your business. You can explore our toolkits below, as well as find relevant support, resources and events.

Planning for Growth

Things to consider when deciding whether to grow your business.

Go to Planning for Growth

Growth Strategy

Discover strategies for growing your business.

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Growth Finance

Options to fund business growth.

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Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Watering Hole Attacks
Advice and tips on preventing watering hole attacks.

Event
Southwark Virtual Networking – First Thursdays
Network and connect with local business owners in Southwark.

Event
London LGBTQ+ Virtual Networking
An online networking event for LGBTQ+ business owners in London.

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Enfield Virtual Networking
Local networking event for businesses in Enfield.

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Bexley Virtual Networking
Network with other local business owners in Bexley.

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Harrow and Brent Virtual Networking
An opportunity to network with local business owners.

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Croydon Virtual Networking
Network and connect with other local business owners in Croydon.

Event
Greenwich Virtual Networking
Network with other local business owners in Greenwich.

Resource
Back2Business
Grants to support small, ethnically diverse businesses to thrive post-pandemic.

Resource
LBH Content
Step Four and Working Safely During COVID-19
Advice on working safely during COVID-19.

Resource
LBH Content
Step Four and Easing COVID-19 Restrictions
Overview of changes following the move to step four.

Event
Amazon Bootcamp: An Introduction to Exporting
Hear how to export your products around the world.

Event
Social Media on a Budget
Explore how to use social media to build brand awareness.

Event
Advanced Instagram Masterclass
How to create a successful Instagram strategy.

Event
Public Speaking Bootcamp: Present Like a Pro
How to present effectively in front of an audience.

Event
Advanced Instagram Masterclass
How to create a successful Instagram strategy.

Event
Advanced Facebook Ads
An introduction to Facebook advertising campaigns.

Event
Introduction to SEO
Discover how to boost your website's visibility.

Event
Paid Social for the Win: Facebook and Instagram Advertising
How to use social media ads to grow your business.

Event
LinkedIn 101: Leverage Your Profile and Grow Your Business
Discover how to use LinkedIn to boost your business.

Event
An Introduction to Hybrid Working
Explore hybrid working and if it's right for your business.

Event
An Introduction to Hybrid Working
Explore hybrid working and if it's right for your business.

Resource
Help to Grow: Digital
Advice and vouchers to help businesses use technology.

Resource
Help to Grow: Management
Support for business leaders to grow their business.

Event
Introduction to the MTC Manufacturing Support Services
Explore the support available from the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC).

Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Social Engineering
Advice and tips on how to spot social engineering.

Resource
DAGILE – Digital Skills and Leadership Training
Free online digital skills and leadership training.

Event
Continuing to Trade with the EU
Explore how your business can continue to trade with the EU.

Resource
LBH Content
Changes to Right to Work Checks
Prepare for changes to right to work checks.

Resource
Ready to Supply Harrow
Support to help businesses win work with Harrow Council.

Resource
LBH Content
Climate Hub
Support to help your business take action on climate change.

Resource
Contracts Finder
How to find public sector procurement opportunities.

Event
Hackney Virtual Networking
Network with other local business owners in Hackney.

Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Preventing Smishing Attacks
Advice and tips on how to prevent smishing attacks.

Event
LBH Content
Branding for SMEs
This event is part of our Business Help Series.

Event
Creating Video Content on a Budget
Tips and techniques to improve video production skills.

Event
Content Marketing Workshop
Discover how to create content that converts.

Event
Social Media on a Budget
Explore how to use social media to build brand awareness.

Event
Blogging Basics
Discover how to build an online presence for your brand.

Event
Crafting Content Ideas
Explore how to craft stories for your audience.

Event
Mastering Talks and Presentations
Learn how to deliver engaging presentations.

Event
LinkedIn 101: Leverage Your Profile and Grow Your Business
Discover how to use LinkedIn to boost your business.

Article
Late Payments in the UK
Tackling unfair payment practices in the UK.

Resource
Climate for SMEs: 4 Steps to Action
A new pilot to help SMEs take climate action.

Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Preventing Ransomware Attacks
Advice and tips on how to prevent ransomware attacks.

Event
Introduction to Digital Marketing
An overview of key components of brand building.

Article
LBH Content
How Do London’s SMEs Feel About Brexit?
How do London businesses feel about the Brexit trade deal?

Resource
£1,000 Employer Incentive for T Level Industry Placements
Employers can claim £1,000 for every T Level student.

Event
Content Strategy and Your Marketing
A look at the importance of content planning as part of your marketing strategy.

Event
Content Strategy and Your Marketing
A look at the importance of content planning as part of your marketing strategy.

Event
Tariff Free Trade – Global Britain Explained
An overview of free trade following the end of the transition period.

Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Preventing Denial of Service Attacks
Advice and tips on how to prevent Denial of Service attacks.

Resource
Small Business Sustainability Hub
Support for businesses to reduce their carbon footprint.

Event
FSB Westminster Learn and Social
Network with other business owners in Westminster.

Event
Virtual Support: London Wellbeing Solutions
Explore how to improve wellbeing.

Event
Bromley Virtual Networking
Regular networking event for businesses in Bromley.

Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Preventing Vishing Scams
Advice and tips on how to prevent vishing scams.

Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Working from Home
Advice and tips on how to secure online meetings.

Event
Lewisham Virtual Networking
Network and connect with businesses in the Lewisham area.

Resource
LBH Content
Cybersecurity and Preventing Whaling Attacks
Advice and tips on spotting and preventing whaling attacks.