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.
Protect Your Business
Taking steps to protect your new business is crucial for long-term success.
Developing a Marketing Plan
A good plan will help your business to build brand awareness, target customers effectively and convert leads into sales.
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Staying Safe Online
Advice and tips to help your business stay safe online.
Heart of the City – 2021 Foundation Programme
Discover how to implement key concepts in responsible business.
Presentation Skills and Public Speaking
Discover how to engage your audience and present with confidence.
Content Creation Workshop
Discover how to create content that connects with your audience.
LinkedIn 101: Leverage Your Profile and Grow Your Business
Discover how to use LinkedIn to boost your business.
Mastering Instagram for Business
Discover how to use Instagram to boost your business.
COVID-19 Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme
Discover how to make a claim to the scheme.
How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
An introduction to intellectual property, and how to protect it.
What is GDPR? Handling Data Correctly
Support to make sure your business is following GDPR guidelines.
Hatch Talks – Let’s Talk Side Hustles with NYT Network
Advice about starting and running a side hustle.
Hatch Founders Talk: Starting a Food Waste Revolution
Founders share insight and lessons from growing their own new business.
Pivot Project
Support for businesses in Tower Hamlets to adapt to the new trading environment.
Practical Guidance on Collecting Data from Colleagues and Clients
Advice on remaining GDPR compliant when collecting personal data.
Forecasting & Financing Your Way to a Brighter Future
Learn how cash flow forecasting can help reduce business risk.
Getting Started With Digital Marketing
Discover how to create a successful digital marketing campaign.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Learn about changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
Let’s Talk About Behaviour
A series of webinars to support the early years sector during COVID-19.
Operating a Viable Early Years Provision / Grant Funding – Thinking Outside the Box
A series of webinars to support the early years sector during COVID-19.
Prepare for the End of the Transition Period – Electronics and Machinery
Support for electronics businesses to prepare for the end of the transition period.
Prepare for the End of the Transition Period – Metals and Materials Industries
Support for the metals and materials industries to prepare for the end of the transition p...
Prepare for the End of the Transition Period – Consumer Goods
Support for consumer goods businesses to prepare for the end of the transition period.
Prepare for the End of the Transition Period – Construction
Support for the construction sector to prepare for the end of the transition period.
Prepare for the End of the Transition Period – Aerospace
Support for the aerospace sector to prepare for the end of the transition period.
Prepare for the End of the Transition Period – Life Sciences
Support for the life sciences sector to prepare for the end of the transition period.
Why You Need IP Protection When Starting and Growing a Business
Discover why IP protection is important for your business.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Learn about changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Learn about changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
Internet of Things (IoT)
Advice and tips to help your business use the Internet of Things safely.
COVID-19 Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme
Discover how to make a claim to the scheme.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Learn about changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.
FSB Women in Business: Leaders Who Educate
A regular female-focused networking event.
FSB Support: In Conversation Online with London’s Political Leaders
Hear from London's political leaders about topical business issues.
Kingston Virtual Networking
Network with other local business owners in Kingston.
Early Years Sector Business Support
Support for the early years sector during COVID-19.
Property Advice Service Webinar 3
Are you a commercial tenant? Get support on lease agreements, business rates and more.
Property Advice Service Webinar 2
Join this masterclass to find the right property for your business.
Impact Accelerator
Support for impact-driven startups to take their business to the next level.
Queen Mary Business Support
Access to free legal, financial and business support and guidance through our partnership ...
Start Up Step Up London
Support for Londoners to improve their enterprise skills.
EU Transition Business Resource Hub
Support for businesses to prepare for the end of the transition period.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) – Support for Businesses and Employers
Support to help businesses and employers respond to COVID-19.
Build a Winning Go-To-Market Strategy
Discover how to commercialise and build a go-to-market strategy.
Support for Tech Startups from OneTech
OneTech supports underrepresented tech startup founders.
Boost Online Reach and Website Optimisation
Learn how to boost your reach internationally.
Researching and Selecting International Markets
Learn how to find the best international markets for your business.
Winning and Delivering Business Internationally
Discover strategies to successfully trade internationally.
Hackney Co-operative Developments
Hackney Co-operative Developments provides support, training and workspace.
Introduction to Copyright for Business
Learn the basics behind copyright protection.
Introduction to Social Media for Small Businesses
Discover how to use key social media platforms.
Introduction to Patents Searching
Learn the basics behind patent protection and registration.
Why You Need a Trade Mark and How to Search for One
Lean how to choose and protect a business name.
Content Creation and Marketing
An overview of the importance of content planning.
