How can I decide what business to start in the UK?

Small business success rates depend on many factors, including; trends, location, competition etc. The fact of the matter is, if you start a business because that industry may be booming at that particular moment, that does not guarantee that you will be successful in the long run. Perhaps the best tactic for starting a small business is to open a business that you are truly passionate about. Dedication and interest go a long way towards small business success. Regardless of what kind of business you start, it is very likely that you will need some extra financing, luckily the UK Government offers many small business financing programs. To find out which government programs you may be eligible for, try our Startup Assessment Tool or call us toll free at 020 3880 8554.

There are hundreds of government funding schemes available for small business owners in the UK. In fact, our Funding Database currently has over 600 government funding schemes and over 500 private investors available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

Take advantage of the Small Business Startup Assessment Tool below and see the tools and resources you need to succeed at starting your small business. It just takes 30 seconds and will also tell you if there may be any funding assistance available.

Be sure to look at the hundreds of daily questions and answers we have from entrepreneurs like you who want to learn more about starting a business, creating a business plan, searching for funding. Our small business experts take the time to answer each and every single question, so if you have something on your mind – we can help!

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