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What do successful businesses have in common? 🤔

Great marketing is one of the things that help businesses thrive. Find out why most successful businesses share many of the same characteristics and read practical tips on how you can help bring success to your own business.

What makes a business successful? Read why most successful businesses share the same traits and read practical tips on how you can give your own business the best possible chance of success.

What's the first thing you would do if you received a Start Up Loan for your business today?

We help 28 business ideas become reality every day 💡

Say ‘yes’ to becoming your own boss.

See how we could help you get your venture off the ground 🚀

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Did you know that Will Kellogg founded the cereal brand Kelloggs with his brother John?

If you're thinking about going into business with someone, take a look at our advice on how to find the right business partner for you https://bit.ly/4bSBhFY

Are you running a business with someone else? Share your tips on how to find the perfect partner.

If you could go back and give yourself one piece of advice when you first started your business, what would it be? 🧐

Starting a business is an exciting and challenging time and one of the first questions you’ll need to answer is how you’ll finance your new business.

Find out how a Start Up Loan could help you make your business dream a reality.

How do I get a Start Up Loan? Want to know how to apply for a start-up loan for your new business? Visit the Start Up Loans website for all the information you need.

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Our Business Finance Week is back in the autumn.⁠
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From starting up to innovation and working capital, you'll be able to get to grips with different finance options and how they could support your ambitions.⁠
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📆 24 Sep - 3 October | See what's happening near you: https://www.british-business-bank.co.uk/BFW

Confused by the emission reporting tools available?

Here're some questions you should ask when choosing your provider 👇

For more guidance with finding a carbon reporting tool that works for your business, download this report: https://bit.ly/3IRXub6

What step towards sustainability has your business committed to this year? 🌱

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⁠Did you know that small businesses employ 16.4 million people and make up 51% of all private sector turnover generating £2.1 trillion?

⁠We think their contribution to our communities and economy deserve recognition 👏

A self-taught TikTok craftsman has said goodbye to the 9-5 after his product became a hit in the USA.

Kieran Johnston learned the art of tufting – or rug making – after coming across how-to videos on social media during lockdown. The hobby has since become a full-time business, Inked Rugs, creating tattoo-inspired designs for customers all over the world.

Kieran recently received funding for expansion via the Start Up Loans programme and delivery partner GC Business Finance.

I quit my 9 to 5 after starting my own business from a TikTok hobby A financial worker is making money after starting his own business from a TikTok hobby after quitting his 9 to 5 job.

In 2022 the UK had over 2,400 microbreweries and the number is still growing. Would you consider starting a beer business?🍺

A culture of innovation has lots of benefits for a start up. What innovations are you focusing on for your business?

The importance of innovation for small businesses - Start Up Loans Company How can your start-up embrace the power of innovation – and what exactly does being innovative mean on a practical level for small businesses?

Ready to take a plunge and start a business?

Get started with our essential guide to starting a business 👉 https://bit.ly/3rJjjnZ

Belfast foodies getting a taste for Nigerian cuisine.

Mama Bobo Africa | Start Up Loans Learn more how Start Up Loans as helped a traditional Nigerian restaurant Mama Bobo Africa in Northern Ireland.

Starting your own business can come with many exciting challenges – but what if the first challenge is deciding on the best idea for your start-up?

We’ve come up with six tips to help you come up with the right business idea for you.

How to come up with a business idea - Start Up Loans Company Many aspiring business owners struggle to come up with a unique business idea. Here are some tips that can kickstart your creativity.

We have now entered the Pre-election Period of Sensitivity (PoS).

This will last until the General Election concludes. During this time our channels will be quieter than usual.

A career in the military might be the ideal preparation for starting your own business.

As we're celebrating 3,000 to veterans with X-Forces Enterprise, we're taking a look at 10 transferable skills that can help military veterans stand out when starting a business.

Why veterans can make good entrepreneurs - Start Up Loans Company Are you a military veteran that's thinking about starting your own business? You might already have the skills needed to succeed.

💬 "The best thing about being a business owner is not having a boss, except the girlfriend 😉,” says Phill Williams, founder of Krapow Thai Restaurant.

Phill is the recipient of the 3,000th for military entrepreneurs from our partners X-Forces Enterprise 🎉

A proud veteran of the Royal Dragoon Guards, Phill has used a Start Up Loan to open a Thai restaurant in Warrington with his partner Chanisara.

After running a successful market stall for five years, they have now opened a bustling restaurant employing eight people.

Phil's experience in the Army has been crucial in launching and managing the business.

The loan helped them secure the necessary equipment and fittings to open the doors to the public Since then, they’ve been fully booked and plan to add a Thai cocktail bar!

Join us in congratulating Phil and Krapow Thai Restaurant on their success! 🎊🥂

'Accessibility is a love note. It says "we want you here too."' - RNIB

is the perfect time to commit to taking steps to make your marketing accessible and welcoming to all. ⁠

Just a few small tweaks to your social media could be the beginning.

We’ve put together some useful social media accessibility tips to get you started.⁠
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To find out more about accessibility, visit the official Global Accessibility Awareness Day website: https://accessibility.day/

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