Planning to grow your business
Looking to grow your business is an exciting stage in your business journey. You have built a good customer base and they are receiving your service or product well. However, it can also be intimidating and – similar to starting out – it is important to evaluate, plan and set goals. Here, we look at a variety of areas to think about when looking at growing your business including getting started with planning, ensuring business continuity, expanding your business online, sourcing funding for growth, recruiting new staff, and what it means to scale up, rather than grow, your business.
All you need to know
Growing your business may mean new investment or funding. See some of the sources currently available.
Diversifying to secure your business
In difficult times, one effective strategy to secure your business’s future is by introducing new services.
Creating a business continuity plan
All organisations should have a business continuity plan to enable them to function effectively in the case of an unplanned emergency.
As you grow, you may need new staff with new skills to help you realise your ambitions.
In this blog, we’ll discuss the ways in which you can operate and market your business online – from social media to e-commerce.
Bright Future for Harrogate Brewing Company with Growth Hub Support
Harrogate Brewing Company, a family-owned business with a decade-long legacy, is celebrating a ‘six-fold increase’ in turnover with comprehensive support provided by the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub.
The Power of Peer Support: New Initiatives Launching this September
This September, the York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub is launching three new fully-funded peer support initiatives to North Yorkshire businesses.
Business Support Programme: 1:1 Social Media Support with Catch Design
Businesses in North Yorkshire have the chance to supercharge their social media and dial up their digital marketing with fully funded 1:1 bespoke support from industry expert Sue Thompson of Catch Design Management.
Made Smarter Fuels Innovation with £20k grant
Period Mouldings Limited has been awarded £20,000 from the Made Smarter programme to revolutionise its production capabilities through digital innovation.
Brilliant business support boosts Trimble Group
In a notable testament to the power of local business support, Trimble Group has witnessed a significant growth trajectory,
Interest Free Loans for Food and Drink Businesses
The Loan to Equity scheme provides a unique opportunity for eligible applicants, offering an interest-free loan of up to £100,000 over a 12-month term.
Secure your place: Peer-to-Peer Programmes 2023-24
Peer to peer groups bring together local businesses to engage in structured discussion which is led by an experienced facilitator.
Scarborough Tech company boosts production
A GRANT of almost £10,000 is helping a Scarborough tech company boost services and production buy investing in new equipment.
How to Sell Goods or Services to the Public Sector
Increase your customer base and increase revenue by learning how to successfully sell goods or services to the public sector with our expert advice.
Four issues key to social enterprise survival
Social enterprises face a unique and complex series of issues. To ensure the long-term health and survival of your social enterprise, an understanding of these issues is vital. In this article, I will summarise four key areas you need to consider: sources of funding, governance considerations, the power of people, and sustainable growth.
New robot will be ‘one of the team’ as Hunmanby manufacturing firm streamlines production
A PRECISION engineering firm near Filey is adding an advanced robot to its workforce after winning funding to upgrade its production process with the latest technology.
Horizon Scanning: Four questions social enterprises need to answer
With so much going on in the present, it’s not always easy to look to the future. However, the identification of potential risks and opportunities is vital to the long-term health of any business, and social enterprises are no different. Horizon scanning helps in assessing whether you are adequately prepared for future changes or threats.
Webinar: Cash is King - How to Forecast Cash Flow
This free webinar with business coach Gareth Allen will provide attendees with a better understanding of the importance of cash within a business.
How to build business resilience
The global COVID-19 pandemic and other threats such as the EU exit, are forcing us to think about business resilience.
How to create products with purpose
Consumer demand for quality products that last is at an all time high and purpose is becoming an important part of many businesses.
How to be a standout brand
Consumers are increasingly looking for brands which have sustainability at their core.
How to increase efficiency and productivity
Limiting the natural resources we use and making the most of existing ones is a cornerstone of the circular economy.
How to reduce waste costs
The cost of disposing of waste is increasing and regulations around disposal are tightening. Read our guide on how to reduce these.
How to reduce energy costs and cut emissions
One of the quickest and easiest ways to take a step towards a circular economy model is to reduce the energy you use.
Peer Networks programme
Ambitious businesses in York and North Yorkshire have the opportunity to come together and work collaboratively as part of our new Peer Networks programme.
Free webinar: KTPs – how to get academic insight and experience into your business
Effective management and leadership can be the difference between companies that thrive and those that fail.
Free Download: Guide to Social Media Advertising
Social media platforms are providing business owners with ever more targeted advertising options. Explore the benefits of social media advertising with this free essential guide.
Free Download: Guide to Social Media Strategy
If you’re looking to get serious about your social media and want to use it as a tool for bringing in new customers to your business, you’ll need to develop a great social media strategy.
Free Download: Guide to eCommerce
With the right eCommerce platform and a couple of hours, you could create a shop capable of selling goods around the world. It's never been easier to start selling online.