Protect Your Business
Key steps to protect your new business.
Starting
Everything great starts out small. Your business is no exception.
We know that beginnings are difficult. You’re treading new ground. Things can move quickly and it can be difficult to keep track of all the changes happening day-to-day.
That’s why we’re here. We want to make sure you get the right advice for your business — exactly when it matters the most.
Our team wants to see you succeed.
We’ve also brought together a range of business toolkits to help you get started. You can explore our toolkits below, as well as find relevant support, resources and events.
Trading Legally
Support to understand your legal obligations.
Developing a Marketing Plan
A good plan will help you build brand awareness and target customers.
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FinFort
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Hear how FinFort has benefitted from London Business Hub support.
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Why You Need a Trade Mark and How to Search for One
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Learn how to choose and protect a business name.
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Intellectual Property Considerations for Growing SMEs
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Explore how to identify and protect your intellectual property.
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An Introduction to Patents and Patent Searching
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Learn the basics behind patent protection and registration.
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How to Start a Business for Beginners
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An overview of key considerations when starting a business.
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Your way to Wayfinder
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Support for businesses in Southwark, Lambeth and Wandsworth.
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Accessing Public Sector Contracts | London Anchor Institutions Network
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Support for small businesses to compete for contract opportunities.
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Be the Business | Mentoring and Support
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Support to help improve the performance of your business.
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Business Insights Enfield
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Free events programme offering advice to small businesses in Enfield.
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Public Sector Procurement: Guidance and Support for Small Businesses
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Discover ways that small businesses can profit from public procurement.
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2022 Spring Statement
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A summary of the Chancellor's 2022 Spring Statement.
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How to Start a Business for Beginners
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An overview of key considerations when starting a business.
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School of Code | Coding Bootcamp
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A free coding course for individuals from all backgrounds.
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Strong Early Years London – Guide to Digital Marketing
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A free resource for early years providers in the capital.
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SME Procurement Hub
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Support to help businesses tender for contracts.
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London Business Hub | What We Do
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Discover how we support businesses to start, sustain and grow.
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Strong Early Years London – Business Healthcheck for Childminders
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A free business requirements checklist for childminders in the capital.
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August 2022 – COVID-19’s Impact on Commercial Spaces: Understanding your Lease, Rent Negotiation & Business Rates
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Get support on managing your business workspace during COVID-19.
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Early Years Training and Professional Development in Lambeth
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Support, advice and training for early years professionals in Lambeth.
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How to Increase Sales Through Digital Marketing
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Explore how to grow your sales and boost your marketing.
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How to Start a Business for Beginners
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An overview of key considerations when starting a business.
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Business Ready Podcast
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A new series of podcasts focused on business resilience.
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Mayor of London Business Support Schemes
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Browse upcoming projects and opportunities for your business.
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Training for Early Years Providers in Waltham Forest
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Professional development and training for early years providers in Waltham Forest.
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Business Support for Early Years Providers in Haringey
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Business support surgeries and resources for early years providers in Haringey.
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Cybersecurity and Preventing Phishing Attacks
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Advice and tips on spotting and preventing phishing attacks.
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How to Increase Sales Through Digital Marketing
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Explore how to grow your sales and boost your marketing.
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Digital Marketing for Beginners
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Explore how to create a successful marketing strategy for your business.
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London Borough of Barnet – Early Years Support
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Advice, support and information for early years providers in Barnet.
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Brexit and VAT – Does it matter for my business?
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Understand the actions your business needs to take.
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City of London Early Years Hub
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Early years services for practitioners in the City of London.
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Resources from London Business Week
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Access recordings and presentations from London Business Week.
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Support from London Business Hub
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Specialist programmes and support from London Business Hub.
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Strong Early Years London: Webinar Archive
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Webinars to support the sustainability of the early years sector.
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London Business Hub – Business Support Programme
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Supporting businesses to start, sustain and grow.
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LABELL-D
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Discover for LABELL-D has benefited from Start Up Step Up London.
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Cybersecurity and Social Engineering
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Advice and tips on how to spot social engineering.
