Creating a strategic plan is a key component of planning for growth. It will help prepare a realistic vision for the future of your business and maxim...
This factsheet explains the benefits of carrying out a SWOT analysis and provides an overview of the analysis process. It lists a series of useful que...
Tuesday 5th April
https://hopin.com/events/swlep-growth-hub-skills-informal-all-things-apprenticeships-coffee-and-chat-networking-171dc276-831e-46f5-...
Linked to his three-part webinar mini-series Jamie Martin will take you on a journey in making you and your business aware to your future customers an...
Sustainability is being talked about as “the latest trend” - but it is more than a fad. For some time it has been a strategic business imperative, and...
As a former A Level school leaver, I had no idea how to start on a career path. After completing further research regarding Apprenticeships, I realise...
With real life experience truly reinforcing the learning aspect of the role, I find myself being sincerely supported from all aspects, whilst pushing ...
Lindsey Burden, an intuitive business coach based in Salisbury, shares her insights into why you need to consider your future business goals before ma...
While the dust still settles on COP26, business are attempting to digest what the conference means for them. After two weeks of speeches, negotiations...
In a bid to make the UK the first “net zero aligned global financial centre”, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced at COP26 that, by 2023, British financi...
Carbon offsetting is sometimes wrongly viewed as a panacea for companies looking to lower their carbon footprint and boost their environmental sustain...
An overview and personal point of view into the Kickstart scheme, giving a narrative of what the skills and knowledge I personally developed during th...
One technology with huge potential to drive the green revolution is electric vehicles (EVs). That said, in the past, cost and limited charging infrast...
With COP26 fast approaching, we take a look at three of the conference’s main talking points – transport, energy, and nature – to understand what your...
A compelling and memorable brand story requires creative exploration into what you stand for, the narrative you wish to communicate and the way in whi...
Kiki Kirby, HR expert and business consultant and coach, outlines some key actions to make effective changes to help get the best out of the people in...
When we talk about wellbeing at work, what do we really mean and does it really make businesses more profitable? If it does, how do we know? Rosie R...
SWIG Finance shares the crucial information you need to know before getting a business loan, ahead of their Growth Hub Webinar, 'Business Loan Approva...
Bill shares his seven key areas to ensure that your business moves forward in the right direction. These were covered in his webinar which can be vie...
Sustainability is a business approach to creating long-term value by taking into consideration how a given organisation operates in the ecological, so...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
A range of new advice and guidance is available from Government following the end of the EU transition period. This article lists the key sources of a...
The Swindon and Wiltshire Growth Hub are delighted that Bill has agreed to present a series of webinars which have been designed to talk through some ...
Doing business with Europe has changed. You need to follow new rules on exports, imports, tariffs, data and hiring.
Read this guide first and explore...
Anthony has given us an insight into his new Webinar mini-series, where he will be discussing all things crowdfunding - a funding source which now fun...
The importance of really understanding your pricing strategy, setting the right pricing level and, perhaps the most important part, valuing what you d...
'Social media' is the general term used to describe websites, apps and platforms whose users can create, submit and share content or participate in so...
An overview of government’s challenge to industry and research to create more efficient energy systems and benefit the UK economy from the global upta...
The healthy ageing challenge asks industry and researchers to develop products and services to help people remain independent, productive, active and ...
An overview of government’s challenge to industry and research to use existing health data to improve early diagnosis and precision treatment of disea...
The latest insight into the evolving Higher Education landscape across Swindon and Wiltshire and what is available to you as a business and as an indi...
If a business is looking for a professional, well-structured and secure website that complies with all the relevant legislation, it is worth investing...
All the advice and resources you need to get your business idea off the ground in one place - from choosing your business idea to writing the business...
The Local Action Groups (LAGs) administered by Community First, provide grants to help to increase rural jobs, boost tourism, help businesses grow and...
The Royal Mail has just announced that online shopping in the UK has risen by 9% in the last year. What do our 'bricks and mortar' retail businesses i...
One option If you are a growing business and looking for support and advice to aid your growth is Inspire, one of our local Chambers of Commerce organ...
The ScaleUp Institute reports that the UK’s total number of scaleup businesses has increased by nearly 12 per cent, according to the ScaleUp Institu...
Swindon and Wiltshire LEP recognises that there are gaps in knowledge about the rural economy of the area. This Rural Economic Study has been develope...
The Swindon & Wiltshire Growth Hub is overseen by a Governance Group made up from public sector representatives, business support organisations and m...
There are five main types of tax that are relevant to firms: income tax, corporation tax, National Insurance (NI), Value Added Tax (VAT) and Capital G...
The UK Government, and the devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, have a strategy to stimulate business research and develo...
Any business that supplies or sells packaged products must ensure that the packaging complies with product packaging regulations. These cover issues s...
When dealing with your accountant or bank the language used can sometimes sound unfamiliar, even to the most experienced business person. The followi...
This site offers a comprehensive guide to Wiltshire including accommodation, what's on and visitor attractions. Particularly useful for food and drin...
The Swindon & Wiltshire LEP (SWLEP) is a member of the Fuel Cells and Hydrogen initiative and believes it can make a significant contribution national...
Jo Minnaar, Swindon & Wiltshire Growth Hub ManagerPublished: 6/11/17
This guide describes the tax self-assessment process, who it applies to, and how to register for self-assessment. It also briefly explains the process...
This guide explains the services offered by accountants, what to look for when choosing an accountant and how to find and appoint one. It provides inf...
This guide will help you select an export market-entry method that is suitable for your business. It explains the difference between direct and indire...
This factsheet explains the importance of having a marketing strategy, and how to use it properly to maximise the success of a business. It also inclu...
If you are new to self-employment, finding the right idea for a successful venture can be difficult. It is not made any easier by economic uncertainty...
