small-businesses

  1. DavidAshdown

    An overlooked pressure affecting many small businesses?

    Something I’ve been thinking about recently… There’s a lot of discussion at the moment around the pressures facing small businesses, rising costs, changes like MTD, increased compliance, cashflow pressures, etc. All of that is very real. But one issue that doesn’t seem to get talked about as...
  2. O

    Best place to sell profitable single-product skincare store?

    Hey I own a single-product Shopify store (skincare niche, specifically dandruff) that did £58,345 in adjusted net profit in the last tax year. But due to a health issue that limits my focus, I'm looking to sell so I can focus on something else. The problem is I make the product myself at home...
  3. P

    Where are you actually finding clients in 2026?

    I'm finding mostly through referral but feel like that only goes so far. I'm on LinkedIn and Instagram but unless you have a lot of followers you don't really get clients from it. Haven't been able to find any Facebook groups that aren't full of spam. I'm about to take the step to becoming a...
  4. Karen E

    [Seeking advice] - How consultancies manage their freelance associates

    𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀: how do you track associates’ availability across flexible schedules? I run an Ops consultancy business supporting small consultancy owners with their back office operations (and have many years of experience in the...
  5. S

    What are your biggest challenges in marketing as a small business?

    Hi everyone, I'm working on a new product for small businesses in Europe to take the headache out of digital marketing. Right now, we’re building the first version of the product and want to make sure we’re solving the right problems. If you run a small business (or help someone who does)...
  6. HeadTurtle

    My 9 year old business is at a crossroads - Urgent advice needed

    Apologies if I waffle on too much here - I'll try to keep it concise. I shall summarise the main points at the end of the post. I'm just at a point where I need to make a call and follow through. Any input, positive or negative, would be so greatly appreciated. Thank you. The full story I...
  7. 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...
  8. Y

    Want to Buy a Convenience Store, Need help on the Viability of the venture

    The store built entire new in 2024. It is established in August 2024. Located in a university/studennt area. Since it is newly build the ask is 1,80,000. How to evaluate it ? Plus the stock. It is doing sales of 15,000 / week on average. Currently selling Beers, Wines, Spirits, Cigarettes...
  9. damras

    Seeking Opportunities: Like Minds and Support for Diverse Business Ventures

    I am a small business owner with experience in solid mineral mining, sourcing, refining, and exporting, primarily focusing on muscovite mica, lithium ore (including Amblygonite, Lepidolite, and Spodumene), and fluorite ore to China and other Asian countries. After relocating to the UK due to...
  10. Mona2025

    Starting up a business with a friend who has no capital

    Hiya, I’m looking to start up a ltd business in the fitness industry, my friend currently manages a fitness centre and set up it for her employer when he sold his previous company in a completely different industry. Unfortunately she has poor credit so no access to funds, I will raise the...
    • Mona2025
    • Thread
    • business-management finance limited company shareholder small-businesses
    • Replies: 29
    • Forum: Start Up Space
  11. A

    Advice Needed: Starting a CLI and SMS VoIP Business in the UK

    Hi everyone, I am exploring the idea of starting a CLI and SMS VoIP business in the UK, i had been working as server maintenance (VOS) executive but I am new to start business to this sector and i would appreciate guidance from those with experience or knowledge in this field. Specifically...
  12. 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...
  13. L

    Non UK resident inheriting a business

    I am looking for any information that could help me navigate what might be a tricky situation. I am from NZ and am currently residing and working in Ireland. My Auntie (my deceased Uncles wife) owns properties and 2 businesses in London. Since my Uncles passing management and general running of...
  14. NCEternal

    Craft Blank Based Business Start Up - Advice Req.

    First post - be blunt - Will never give up, just need to know what way to run. I'm in the middle of self-funding my little business dream and while its generally going quite well - tested run times for projects, worked out costs and prices, set up trade accounts, building a small social media...
  15. 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...
  16. Connor72

    Thinking of starting a small ltd company

    I work in construction for a small company, I have came across an opportunity to make some extra money by investing in some products to hire out for a long term project on the side . it wouldn't be a massive turnover possibly £1-2000 per year this could also be topped up with some other jobs...
    • Connor72
    • Thread
    • accounts business-planning small-businesses tax
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Start Up Space
  17. 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...
  18. James Duke

    Startup/SME business branding

    Hi All, I have been in business for many years and started multiple companies. Some failed and some were successful. I sold my first company at the age of 22 and I noticed that branding is important to attract customers and investors. I want to help people out and started a community for...
  19. K

    Should I specialize/niche down as soon as possible as a start-up?

    Hey everyone New member and new to business ! To provide some a quick summary I am building my business, which is an automation agency (currently one man band), wanting to save time by helping businesses streamline processes using tools such as Make, Zapier, Airtable and so on. (Implementing...
  20. Small business marketing 101: build your brand and engage your audience

    Small business marketing 101: build your brand and engage your audience

    When you’re building your first business from scratch, establishing an impactful marketing pathway can be challenging. Our ever-growing technological landscape means the way we connect with our audience is constantly changing, and having a clear strategy in place is becoming a non-negotiable...
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