You'll discover everything needed to build a flourishing local business community that benefits everyone. Our expert guidance covers attracting customers, forming partnerships, supporting green initiatives, and creating meaningful connections between businesses and residents. Local Business Enterprise is here to help.
Use Community Notice Boards to Promote Local Business
Post your business flyers on community notice boards to reach local customers cheaply and tap into word-of-mouth networks.
Set Up a Local Customer Loyalty Scheme
Team up with local businesses to offer group discounts and keep customers shopping in your neighbourhood instead of going elsewhere.
Business Help with Community Improvements
Improving your neighbourhood attracts more customers and builds loyalty, but councils need help funding projects, here's how to get involved.
My Local Business: Interview with Cafe Owner
Lou opened a Glasgow café-bookshop three years ago and it's become a local destination by offering something simple: a quiet place to read.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Customers and Neighbours?
Test how well you actually know your customers and community with this quick self-assessment quiz.
Publicise Your Business Without Polluting the Environment
Promote your business with recycled paper, eco-friendly items, and sustainable materials instead of wasteful traditional publicity methods.
When a Neighbour's Business Damages Yours
Sort out problems with a neighbouring business before they damage yours or create conflict with customers.
Collaborate with Local Creative Talent to Generate Publicity
Team up with local artists and creators to boost your business visibility and support your community at the same time.
Get Involved in Local Publications to Raise Your Profile
Writing a regular column for local publications keeps your business in readers' minds while building your reputation as a community leader.
How Local Businesses Survive Recession
Small businesses can survive recessions by using local knowledge and outlasting competitors rather than waiting for the economy to turn around.
Your Business and Local Cyclists
Make your business more welcoming to cyclists by providing secure bike parking and pushing for safer local cycling infrastructure.
Business Research Training Partnerships
Partner with local colleges and universities to access student talent, boost research capabilities, and strengthen your business at the same time.
Testing New Technology
See how businesses can test new technology before it hits the market by partnering with colleges and universities.