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- Dedicated, experienced business mentor*
- Practical lessons, templates & live workshops
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- Supportive mentor groups*
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Bringing amazing futures to everyday people
Start or grow a small business
From dog walkers to bookkeepers, creatives to consultants, The Hub supports people building businesses in different ways.
The Hub combines step by step mentorship, learning and community support to bring amazing futures to everyday people.
- Still exploring ideas or ready to grow? The Hub is what you need
- Down to earth, easy to understand advice for everyday people
- Grow at your own pace, we’re behind you every step
- We’ve been there, we understand and we’re here to help
What's included
Mentorship
Our experts have been where you are and know how to help.
1:1 dedicated mentor
Answers, feedback, and support at every step
Small business mentor support from like-minded owners
There for you on the good days… and the bad
Hubster community
Be part of a growing community and be supported along the way.
Join our growing community
Share ideas and get feedback
Access our knowledgeable experts in community spaces
Network with members and join our approved business directory
- Read our Hubster Manifesto
How-to guides & tools
Access templates, bite-sized videos, helpsheets and checklists.
- Basic to complex business topics covered
Easy to understand, simple tutorials
Explore business ideas and learn how to bring them to life
Ready to use business templates
Live Events
Online events and live experiences every week for all members.
Weekly Q&A sessions
Workshops and webinars
- Networking events
Mentoring spaces
How we started
We created The Hub to help people like you to start and grow a businesses with confidence.
With the right knowledge, tools and community around you, building something of your own IS possible – we know – because we’ve done it ourselves!
Be part of a new breed of entrepreneurs
More people are earning flexibly, spending more time with family, and building a better life through business and side hustles. Our Hubsters prove it every day.
Imagine... you could be launching your business in just 6 months
We’ll support you through each of these steps to get you from exploring the idea of business ownership to launch.
Before anything else, understand what you’re stepping into. This section covers the reality of running a business, how to approach it properly, and what will be expected of you day to day.
- The pros and trade-offs of self-employment
- Building the right mindset to stay consistent
- Creating a clear reason behind what you’re doing
A lot of ideas never move forward because they stay too vague. Here, you’ll work through your idea properly so you know what you’re offering, who it’s for, and how it stands out.
- Turning an idea into something structured
- Defining your USP clearly
- Choosing a name that fits and makes sense
Without a plan, most people end up guessing their way through. This section gives you a clear structure to follow so you know what needs to be in place and what to focus on next.
- Building a simple, usable business plan
- Defining your direction and priorities
- Breaking things down into manageable steps
Before putting time or money into something, you need to understand the space you’re entering. This helps you look at your market properly and make better decisions early on.
- Understanding your audience
- Looking at competitors in a practical way
- Identifying gaps and opportunities
- Using simple tools like SWOT to assess your position
Setting things up properly at the start avoids problems later. This section explains the options clearly so you can choose what works for your situation.
- Sole trader vs limited company
- How to register your business
- Understanding basic legal and structural requirements
You don’t need to overcomplicate this, but you do need to stay in control of your numbers. This section focuses on what actually matters when managing your finances.
- Pricing your products or services properly
- Understanding profit, costs, and cash flow
- Basic forecasting
- VAT and tax essentials
Marketing is where most people get lost because there’s too many variables. This focuses on what’s actually useful when you’re starting or trying to grow.
- What marketing is and how it works
- Building a simple marketing plan
- Using social media correctly
- Getting visible without overcomplicating it
Once things are running, the focus shifts to improving and building consistency. This section helps you step back, review, and move forward with more clarity.
- Reviewing what’s working and what’s not
- Making adjustments based on real results
- Building consistency in how you run and grow the business
Get started for FREE
Create a free account and start making sense of what starting a business actually involves.
Designed for people at the beginning of their journey, the free account helps you turn ideas into a clearer plan while building confidence around the basics of starting a business.
Access easy to follow business learning, supportive community and more to help you understand what to focus on next.
1:1 dedicated support
Our HubStart+ programme includes a dedicated mentor to provide you with personalised support while starting or growing your business.
Talk through your business idea, ask questions, get feedback or simply understand what to do next with someone in your corner to reassure you, be there when you need them and keep you on track.
Move forward with more confidence.
Bringing amazing futures to everyday people
Useful knowledge
Learn business planning, finances and marketing through clear, simple lessons.
Weekly support
Ask questions every Thursday at 7pm and get answers from experienced mentors.
Experienced mentors
With HubStart+, talk things through and get clear direction for your next steps.
Supportive community
Connect in our community spaces to share ideas or ask questions.
Handy helpsheets
Download our helpsheets for deeper knowledge and take action faster.
Mentor groups
Get advice from mentors in groups and 1:1 when you upgrade your plan.
Workshops
Learn key business elements and tackle challenges with Hub workshops.