business-growth

  1. AI THINK TANK

    AI is Here — What Is Holding You Back?

    Over the past few days, a thought-provoking post circulating across overseas social media platforms has caught the attention of business owners and entrepreneurs around the world.🔥🔥🔥 Its message comes down to one simple question: “AI Is Here. What Is Holding You Back?” For many people who have...
  2. Hiru Izumi

    Is this worth building for UK makers? Free samples in exchange for real feedback

    Hi everyone, I’m testing a small idea and would really value honest feedback from UK makers and small business owners. The idea is a platform where local makers can offer a limited number of free samples to people nearby in return for honest feedback, reviews, and hopefully a few new customers...
  3. KyleHides

    What actually works to grow a new Fire & Security business in 2025?

    Hi all, I've recently set up a fire & security company in Lincolnshire (SafeSync Solutions), covering a wide selection of services including CCTV, Intruder Alarms, Fire Alarms, AOV Systems, Data and Networking, Smart Home, Emergency Lighting, and TV & Aerial. I'm now looking to grow the...
  4. D

    I wanted to get your quick feedback on something I’m testing.

    I’m running a test offer for UK Businesses, offering pilot software projects at £499 to validate ideas or automate small workflows and solve their long-standing pain points. I would love your feedback. Does this sound appealing or too low-priced for the UK market?
  5. Disputly

    What legal tasks would you handle yourself if it was easier?

    Hi everyone, I am a lawyer who has mostly worked with larger companies, but I am really interested in building something that would actually help small businesses and start ups day to day. I know that late payments and chasing invoices can be a big issue, so one idea I had was a simple tool...
  6. GarryAspire

    Are We Romanticising “Doing It All” as a Small Business Owner?

    I've recently launched my own business and I'm keen to understand - at what point does DIY stop being lean and start being limiting? I’d love to know: Where do you draw the line between doing it yourself and outsourcing? Have you ever held onto something too long and it cost you? Or maybe you...
  7. Jordan Lopez

    A quick intro.. and automation tools?

    New to the forum so thought I'd say hello 👋 I work as an advisor in the process improvement and automation space helping businesses get control of their processes, free up their time from manual work and streamline their ways of working. I decided to join UKBF to connect with other business...
  8. Holiday Artist

    Business Name Change - Banks & Companies House

    Has anyone had success with changing a business name on Companies House? It is an easy process? When I started over 2 years ago, I was super niche, and chose a name to fit that niche, but over the past two years things have evolved. Officially as a Ltd Company I still have my original name...
  9. A

    Facebook marketplace

    Can I put on sale items from my store on facebook marketplace or it's not allowed?
  10. A

    Selling SaaS-based subscription for stores

    Hi. For 2 months I'm selling subscription/year plans SaaS based for stores but I got only one conversion till today. I've tried cold mail (multiple templates, subject lines, lists etc. with highest rate 30 opens, 19 clicks per 100 recipents via random stores owners), fb annoucments on business...
  11. lucas_axe

    How to join a Start Up?

    My friend is building a SaaS platform and wants me to handle the Project/Product Management side while she focuses on the technical functionality aspects. An external development team will build the platform. She has been transparent that her budget is limited and probably can't match my...
  12. Robert Kinson

    Tradie App

    Hi, I’m working on an app to help UK tradespeople like you save time and grow your business. What features would make an app the perfect tool for your work? For example, would you want tools for job scheduling, invoicing, finding local suppliers, connecting with other tradies, or something else...
  13. web-aviso

    60 Second Marketing Tips

    At web-aviso we often get asked for some quick marketing wins - so I wondered if starting a thread might be of benefit for others to contribute to; For starters - here are 10 marketing moves you can make in the next 60 seconds: 1. Ask a recent buyer: "What made you buy?" 2. Ask someone who...
  14. Andrew G

    New Software Marketplace

    Hi everyone, We’ve just launched CodeHost, a platform connecting anyone — from individuals to businesses—with developers to buy, sell, and customize software solutions. Our goal is to help businesses go 80% faster to market and cut costs by at least 30%. Looking for feedback—check us out...
  15. S

    Guidance to start Domiciliary care agency

    Hi hope you're all well, Im looking for guidance and mentorship regarding starting a domiciliary care agency. I worked as a healthcare assistant during the pandemic and I fell in love with the job. I became a senior shortly after, but throughout my time working i identified a lot of issues that...
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  16. Juan Ngomo

    Here for advice, networking, ideas, and a business partner

    I’m an entrepreneur based in Reading, UK, eager to connect for advice, networking, sharing ideas, and possibly finding a business partner to collaborate on two exciting ventures. The first is a comprehensive platform dedicated to festivals, a one-stop destination for festival-goers. It offers a...
  17. T

    Advice on starting a business (architecture)

    Hello all, I’m thinking of starting up an architect business in a year or two (Ltd) company and just want some advice and key moves which would help me. Best way to get work?etc. website or social media or referral. Things to watch out for and any other advice really which could be given
  18. H

    Seeking Advice on Expanding OEM Lingerie and Swimwear Manufacturing to the UK

    I own a lingerie factory that primarily produces lingerie and swimwear, specializing in OEM for French clients. Now, I want to expand and work with UK clients, but I am unsure how to connect with brands that need manufacturing services. Do you have any good suggestions?
  19. stormy3000

    Considering starting 2nd Ltd Company.

    Hey, Firstly, wow! I haven't been here for nearly five years. I first joined the forum back in 2013 when I was setting up my own animation studio business. 11 years later, it's still successfully going... so err... thanks for all the help back then. Plus, I love that despite this, it still says...
  20. ProtecVision23

    Starting My Business - ProtecVision Security

    Hi all, I wanted to ask, what advice people have when running a limited company. [question made bold below by Ozzy] Abit about me, Im a 18 Year old Business owner in Northampton just on the outskirts of Daventry, I had success of building my first DJ business (which i started when i was 8...
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