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Where to find business support organisations who help start-ups.

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Businesses in Lincoln are more likely to succeed if they seek and act upon the advice of a professional business adviser. This page should point you in the right direction.

"You don't know, what you don't know" is a great saying and so applicable to starting a business. There are so many considerations in the early stages that taking advice from an experienced business adviser will dramatically increase your chances of success.

See list of local business support organisations below.

Recommended Local Partner

FSB (Federation of Small Businesses)

FSB (Federation of Small Businesses)

Federation of Small Businesses are experts in business. Formed in 1974, we are a non-profit making and non-political organisation whose member base covers the length and breadth of the UK.

Our aim is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions.

We realise this aim by offering our members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support and powerful voice in government, influencing the decisions that affect their businesses.

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Local partners

We are happy to promote anyone who is prepared to offer friendly support to local start-ups.

Our local partners have been kind enough to help us and are keen to help you too.

Free startup guide

Start Your Own Business in 2021

Download the 2024 edition of our Free guide

An interactive step-by-step guide which also includes all of the most important subjects covered with links to useful articles and relevant contacts.

The idea of starting your own business can be incredibly exciting and who can blame you for being tempted?

However, the sad truth is that far too many new enterprises fail in the early stages. Our aim is to make sure that you don't become one of them.

This guide explains the key start-up subjects in simple English and points to where you can find help and support.

More Information and instant download

Lincoln Business Advisors

Levelling Up
Levelling Up means creating opportunities for everyone across the UK by: improving jobs, pay and living standards making streets safer protecting health and wellbeing investing in high streets and town centres improving local transport Opportunities wherever you areThe UK Government is investing 13 billion in Levelling Up projects for local people and local businesses across the country to help grow the economy, create jobs, improve transport and provide skills training and local business support. You can find local projects from this page.
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UK Research & Innovation
We invest in research and innovation to enrich lives, drive economic growth, and create jobs and high-quality public services across the UK. We are transforming tomorrow together.
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Department for Business & Trade
The Department for Business & Trade helps businesses export and grow into global markets. We also help overseas companies locate and grow in the UK. Our services are provided in over 100 markets throughout the world. We are passionate about what we do. Thats why we constantly review our services in light of customer feedback and the impact they offer, which means theyll vary from time to time.
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Prowess- Women in Business
Prowess is the online hub for women-friendly business support, inspiration and information. Our vision is an environment where women in business can flourish. Be inspired Prowess is full of stories and shared experiences from women who’ve made their own way in business. Everyone has a story to tell. And women who are thinking of starting a business – and those looking to grow – say there aren’t enough stories of real women in business out there. In our recent survey 43% said they wanted to read more experiences and case studies from ‘real’ women in business! Read them here, or submit your own here.
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Freelance Heroes
The Freelance Heroes portal is the best place for UK freelancers and small business owners to be seen and get the support they need. Whether you’re starting out, settling in to or scaling up your freelance business, navigating the changing marketplace can be challenging. That’s why on top of essential practical support, our community provides the moral support to help you go it alone without feeling alone. We like to think of our members as virtual business sidekicks; always there, when you need them. Free membership includes: fortnightly emails with tips and news; the right to access advice and support through our 10,000 strong community of freelancers; invites to our community events.
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FSB (Federation of Small Businesses)
Federation of Small Businesses are experts in business. Formed in 1974, we are a non-profit making and non-political organisation whose member base covers the length and breadth of the UK. Our aim is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions. We realise this aim by offering our members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support and powerful voice in government, influencing the decisions that affect their businesses.
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Action Coach
Is your business ready for growth? Are you working at maximum capacity to achieve your current success, but want to take your business to higher levels of performance and profit? Many business owners are working longer hours than they want to or ever thought they would be, and have often lost the vision and dream that led to forming their own business in the first place?
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Hwkins The Business Connection
A trusted Business Consultant offering practical business advice, support, information and guidance to help businesses increase their turnover and improve profitability. Working with new start-up businesses or already established companies, the aim is to help develop skills, Business Plans and strategies & to understand finances. We will provide businesses with links to expert help and specialists, to ensure they can make the most of their opportunities. Support to find the right Bank finance or funding.
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Leapfrog Business Support Services
Business Advice to pre-start and established SMEs in Lincolnshire and the East Midlands; business planning and cash flow forecast. We also facilitate start-up training workshops. Specialising in Social Enterprise set up and business planning; cash flow forecasts.
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NBV Enterprise Solutions
NBV is a not-for-profit organisation. We deliver a number of services designed to help you understand the different areas you need to consider when setting up in business. From deciding to start a business, to mentoring and continuous support, we have the business service to suit you. FREE Business Start-Up Seminars across Lincolnshire. Personalised 1-2-1 Sessions with a Qualified Business Advisor. FREE* Business Master Classes. Access to low cost start-up loans and grant funding. *subject to eligibility
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NBV Enterprise Solutions Ltd
Get pro-active support, training and resources for people committed to starting a business in the East Midlands. Receive personal business start-up support to move your business idea into a viable business plan and build skills to help you manage it. FREE* Personalised consultation. FREE* Business development support sessions. FREE* Business Master Classes. FREE* 3 months virtual office (from business start date). Grant funding* Start-up loans*. *Subject to area, eligibility and availability
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Local help for startups

There is plenty of help for startups in Lincoln but where can it be found?

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